THAAD Futures AI Systems Engineering Lead

Lockheed Martin; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 148,000 - 276,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Flexible work arrangements

401(k) match

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Space in Huntsville, AL, is seeking a THAAD Futures AI Systems Engineering lead to develop and implement the AI strategy for THAAD and future IAMD systems. You will lead prototype AI solutions for fire control and missile guidance, collaborating with program and E&T leads to define an AI roadmap and ensure seamless production readiness.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field, a strong background in applied AI, and a track record of transitioning AI into

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• Proven background in applied AI, AI research, and data pipelines, with machine learning and neural networks.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and demonstration of prototype AI-based solutions for THAAD fire control and missile guidance algorithms.
• Develop and execute an AI roadmap for integrated THAAD architectures.
• Pilot AI tools to accelerate software development for the THAAD system of systems.
• Coordinate with customer and program teams to transition AI solutions into production environments.

Skills

AI systems engineering

AI/ML

Weapon system algorithms

Production deployment

Technical leadership

Publications/Open source

Secret clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related discipline

Job description

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As the THAAD Futures AI Systems Engineering lead, you will be responsible for developing and implementing the AI strategy for the THAAD program and future derivative Upper Tier IAMD systems. In this role you will

• Lead development and demonstration of prototype AI-based solutions for THAAD system fire control and missile guidance algorithms that improve performance against current and emerging threats
• Work with program and E&T leads to develop and execute an AI roadmap for Integrated systems architectures that use THAAD components
• Through IRAD projects, pilot the use of AI tools and techniques to accelerate the velocity of software development for the THAAD system of systems
• Work closely with the customer and program team to successfully transition AI solutions into production environments and fielded equipment

Responsible for autonomy hardware and software system integration and testing including verification and validation. Translates customer requirements into product and systems specifications while addressing technical, schedule, and cost considerations; Establishes functional and technical specifications and standards for autonomous systems; Determines sensing hardware components; Recommends and selects appropriate control systems; Integrates and optimizes the autonomous compute and sensing hardware and software; Solves hardware/software interface problems; Develops plan(s) to integrate autonomous functionality into product(s) and platform(s) and other system(s); Develops test plans for validation and verification and procedures for test and evaluation requirements in collaboration with designers and developers; Performs integration testing and coordinates subsystem and/or system testing activities for autonomous programs; Documents and conducts analysis of test results and recommends fixes to software, hardware components, subsystems and systems; Interfaces with other teams involved the development lifecycle for perception

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education
• Demonstrated professional background in applied AI, AI research, and data pipelines, with proven experience in machine learning and neural networks
• Experience with developing weapon system algorithms
• Proven record of transitioning AI solutions into production environments or fielded systems
• Proficiency using AI tools to aid software development
• Primary authorship of publications or open source code repositories related to AI
• Secret clearance is required prior to start.

Desired Skills

• Experienced in software architecture
• Ability to communicate and work with a diverse group of stakeholders to build consensus around a technical vision
• Technical or program leadership experience
• Ability to create a compelling technical vision
• Demonstrated technical presentation skills
• Working knowledge of DoW systems and networks
• Experience with iterative development processes
• Experience with THAAD weapon system

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $148300.00 - $275500.00

Benefits offered

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
• For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.