Machine Learning Engineer
Date: Apr 23, 2024
Location: Albuquerque, NM, New Mexico, United States
Company: HII's Mission Technologies division
Requisition Number: 18696
Required Travel: 0 - 10%
Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt
Anticipated Salary Range: $92,274.00 - $115,000.00
Security Clearance: TS/SCI
Level of Experience: Senior
Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.
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Job Description
HII is partnering in a critical training initiative within the United States Space Force (USSF) aimed at preparing space units for advanced tactical operations within a contested, degraded, and operationally limited (CDO) environment. This exercise represents a major milestone in the evolution of space as a distinct warfighting domain, reflecting a shift toward recognizing the strategic importance of space for national defense and international security.
In this role you will be the Principal AI/ML Engineer your primary goal will be to advance space simulation and lead AI development for the USSF customer. You will collaborate with a cross-functional data team comprising of AI engineers, modeling and simulation engineers, product owners, and program managers. Your primary responsibility will be to develop artificial intelligence models that are integral to a larger pipeline and deliver value to our end customer The job is primarily to develop advance AI to support superior space, multi-domain, joint service, operations. These simulations will support force structure planning, Joint Combatant Command analysis and operations support, Space Force testing and training, and research and development of space systems.
The majority of work will be on-site in-side of JWICS terminals for classified information exchange, Kirtland AFB for team meetings, and travel to support various customers across the continental U.S.
Essential Job Responsibilities
Designs, develops, documents, tests and debugs applications software and systems that contain logical and mathematical solutions. Conducts multidisciplinary research and collaborates with equipment designers and/or hardware engineers in the planning, design, development, and utilization of electronic data processing systems for product and commercial software. Determines computer user needs; analyzes system capabilities to resolve problems on program intent, output requirements, input data acquisition, programming techniques and controls; prepares operating instructions; designs and develops compilers and assemblers, utility programs, and operating systems. Ensures software standards are met.
Minimum Qualifications
5 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 0 years experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience.
- Proficient in Python, C++, .Net
- 5+ years of relevant hands-on experience.
- Practical experience in Machine Learning models and Software Engineering.
- Experience building and maintaining machine learning platforms and pipelines.
- Experience in building machine learning models, and in using data processing frameworks.
- Proven experience with modern software development and engineering practices including scrum/agile, Git, and DevOps.
- Active TS/SCI clearance.
Preferred Requirements
- Experience in US and Allied space enterprise position, knowledge and/or experience creating models that simulate natural phenomena for of space, orbital dynamics, sensors, communication nodes, cyber, and simulation.
- Ability research and deliver new technology that improves simulations computational performance.
- Understanding of DSP/GPU/SIMD programming.
- Knowledge of massively parallel, distributed, message-based programming.
Physical Requirements
Adequate visual acuity and manual dexterity for developing software on normal IT systems.
HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships.
Why HII
We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.
Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.
Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
Today’s challenges are bigger than ever, and the nation needs the best of us. It’s why we’re focused on hiring, developing and nurturing our diversity. We believe that diversity among our workforce strengthens the organization, stimulates creativity, promotes the exchange of ideas and enriches the work lives of all our employees.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
Do You Need Assistance?
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.