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AI Machine Learning Engineer

Manassas, Virginia

Manassas, Virginia

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Job ID: 732477BR Date posted: Jun. 17, 2026
Description:WHAT WE’RE DOING

At Lockheed Martin, we're at the forefront of
cutting-edge technology and innovation. Our
campus in Manassas, Virginia is a hub for
engineering excellence, where we tackle some
of the world's most challenging engineering
problems. We pride ourselves on our culture of
creativity, excellence, and product innovation.

WHO WE ARE

In this exciting role, you will have the
opportunity to collaborate with industry-leading
design professionals and contribute to
groundbreaking projects. Be a part of the
Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems (RMS) Artificial Intelligence (AI) team working with the Advanced Development Team on the
Integrated Common Processor (ICP) program.
The ICP program provides a common
Integrated Undersea Surveillance Systems
(IUSS) signal processing and display system
software and hardware suite for the US Navy.
Work with our team as we develop cutting
edge tools for our Navy customer through the integration of Artificial Intelligence and
Machine Learning capabilities into tactical
systems.
In this position you will be responsible for:
• Software development and debugging of an MLOps workflow integrated into a tactical system both in the lab and at customer sites
• Dataset curation, labeling, and training AI/ML models
• Validating and analyzing AI/ML algorithm results, iteratively improving results
• Generating data sets for use by the team in
system testing and algorithm development
• Traveling to the tactical site to exercise the ML lifecycle (up to 25% of the time)


WHO YOU ARE

To excel in this role, you should possess the
following qualifications and attributes:
•An innovative mindset, capable of finding
solutions to complex engineering challenges.
•Commitment to excellence, attention to detail,
and a dedication to delivering high-quality
results.

Why Join Us

Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life
Joining Lockheed Martin means becoming part
of a team that's making a significant impact in
the field of engineering. When you choose to
work with us, you'll enjoy:
•An excellent working environment equipped
with state-of-the-art tools.
•The opportunity to work alongside industry
leaders and top-notch design professionals as
well as Subject Matter Experts in Sonar and
Acoustics.
•A chance to be a part of solving some of the
world's most challenging engineering problems
regarding highly complex and integrated
subsystems.
•A culture that encourages creativity,
excellence, and the development of remarkable
products.
Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor's or Master's Degree is Software Engineering, Computer Science, Machine Learning, or related STEM degree

• Experience in Software development, integration, and test

• Familiarity with Linux

• Active security clearance and willing to work onsite with our team in Manassas, VA in our advanced development lab
Desired Skills:
• Experience with AI/ML disciplines, domain programming languages (e.g. Python, C++, Linux), models, frameworks, and toolsets
• DevOps experience including CI/CD pipelines to build, test, deploy

• Experience with Acoustic Displays – reading Sonar GRAMS
• Experience with IUSS
• Experience with C/C++, CUDA, NVIDIA libraries, cloud, containers & modern AI tools, or have implemented AI inferencing streaming (e.g. Triton, kserve, etc.)
• Experience with production ML and High Performance Compute development systems
• Strong problem solving mindset: ability to develop create solutions to difficult problems often requiring integration of conflicting and, at times, ambiguous or incomplete data on a fast-paced schedule
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate complex design information, technical decision and issues to both highly technical and non-technical peers
• Ability to build and maintain relationships across organizations, collaborate with others, engage in constructive conflict, and manage interpersonal dynamics – not afraid to challenge the existing approach to solutions
• Comfortable working in a fast paced and dynamic multi-disciplinary environment
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: RMS
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Artificial Intelligence
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
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About

At Lockheed Martin, we apply our passion for purposeful innovation to keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges.

Pioneering Defense Technology: From aerospace to outer space to cyber space, you can innovate mission solutions alongside the best minds in the business.

United By Culture: Excellence, integrity, and collaboration define us. We accelerate change and embrace one another’s perspectives to win for our customers.

Real Impact, Real Growth: Grow your career and skills for life. Our wide array of opportunities and technology-driven learning programs enable your development and agility.

Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life: Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits and flexible schedules designed so you thrive — at work and beyond.

Empowered to Be Your Best: Use your strengths to make a difference in the lives of one another, our customers, our communities, and our planet.

Here, the possibilities are endless because we offer:

  • Flexible Schedules, dependent on role
  • Levels: Student, Entry, Mid, Senior, Management
  • Locations: Nationwide & OCONUS Positions

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Qualifications

See what it takes to be a successful Lockheed Martin employee.

  • Collaborative

    There is no innovation without imagination. You bring new, different and exciting ideas to the table every day. You are committed to the success of your team.

  • Curious

    The ability to explore and drive new ideas. You think innovatively to come up with creative solutions to complex challenges.

  • Goal-oriented

    From planning and organizing to decision making, goal orientation produces impactful results. You set goals and strive to make things happen quickly and efficiently.

  • Proactive

    The ability to anticipate, plan and prepare for what lies ahead. You act rather than react to potential situations.

  • Problem Solver

    You work to tackle tough problems with complex solutions.

  • Strategic

    You observe, reflect and analyze processes to make more informed decisions.

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Quote

“Before I came to Lockheed Martin, I never thought I’d get these opportunities. The benefits available and the company’s value culture make it an incredibly supportive place to work, and I’m grateful to work somewhere that wants me to succeed. I hope to have a long career here making an impact, and I know I’ll be supported in doing that every step of the way.”

Ryan J., Enterprise Operations

Benefits

  • Healthcare

    Medical, Dental and Vision coverage is available for employees who opt-in.

  • 401(k)/Retirement Plans

    Our 401(k) plan features generous matching and company contributions.

  • Professional Development

    We support our employees through mentoring, internal & external educational programs, networking, skills enhancement and career-building programs.

  • Maternity and Paternity Leave

    Our generous parental leave policies support your journey into parenthood. When you return to work, our facilities offer mother's rooms to support your transition and work/life balance.

  • Paid Time Off

    We offer PTO, paid holidays and paid time off for jury duty and military obligations.

  • Flex-time

    Depending on the position, we offer flexible work schedules.

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