AI Machine Learning Engineer

AI Machine Learning Engineer

Full-Time On-Site or Hybrid (No Remote)

• Location: Huntsville AL; Foothill Ranch CA; Arlington VA; Colorado Springs CO
• Citizenship: United States citizenship required
• Security Clearance: An existing Secret security clearance is a preferred but not required; all offers are contingent upon the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance

ABOUT EXOANALYTIC SOLUTIONS

ExoAnalytic Solutions is a defense technology company developing cutting-edge sensor signal processing algorithms modeling simulation and analytics tools to support mission-critical defense and space systems. Our software and sensor technologies enhance the missile and space defense domains and enable faster data-driven decision-making for national defense.

As an employee-owned company we combine deep technical expertise with a culture of innovation autonomy and shared success. Our engineers work at solving problems of global importance.

ABOUT THE ROLE

ExoAnalytic Solutions develops advanced algorithms AI/ML solutions and software tools for modeling simulation sensing and decision support across space and missile defense systems. We are a recognized leader in algorithm development and applied artificial intelligence delivering technically rigorous solutions to problems of national importance.

ExoAnalytic Solutions is seeking an AI Machine Learing Engineer Space & Missile Defense to join a multidisciplinary team developing advanced machine learningdriven capabilities for sensing tracking decision-making and battle management. This role focuses on the design development integration and evaluation of AI/ML algorithms within modeling simulation and operational decision-support environments. The ideal candidate is comfortable working at the intersection of AI/ML algorithms and complex physical systems and enjoys translating operational challenges into deployable AI-enabled solutions.

This position is well suited for engineers who want to apply modern AI/ML techniquessuch as deep learning reinforcement learning probabilistic reasoning and multi-agent systemsto real-world aerospace and defense problems while collaborating closely with systems engineers analysts and domain experts.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design develop and evaluate AI/ML algorithms for space and missile defense applications including sensing tracking classification prediction and decision-making
• Implement machine learning solutions within modeling and simulation environments analytical tools and prototype operational systems
• Develop and train models using supervised unsupervised and reinforcement learning techniques
• Integrate AI/ML components with physics-based models simulations and system-level architectures
• Analyze AI/ML performance limitations uncertainty and robustness in operationally relevant scenarios
• Collaborate with systems engineers analysts and domain experts to translate mission needs into AI/ML-driven solutions
• Support experimentation test campaigns and algorithm trade studies using simulated and real-world data
• Document algorithms assumptions data requirements and performance results for technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Contribute to technical planning architecture decisions and proposal development as needed
• Manage individual tasks and deliverables while contributing to team-level technical decision-making

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong foundation in machine learning and artificial intelligence concepts including model development training validation and evaluation
• Proficiency inPython for AI/ML development; experience with C or similar languages is a plus
• Experience with modern ML frameworks (e.g. PyTorch TensorFlow JAX or similar)
• Demonstrated experience developing implementing or integrating AI/ML algorithms into software systems or simulations
• Understanding of data preprocessing feature engineering model evaluation and performance metrics
• Experience using version control systems (e.g. Git) in a collaborative development environment
• Ability to reason about algorithm tradeoffs assumptions uncertainty and failure modes
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Eligibility to obtain aSecret clearance
• Excellent written oral and interpersonal communication skills
• Working proficiency in verbal and written English

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Active Secret or Top-Secret clearance
• Advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in Computer Science Artificial Intelligence Machine Learning Engineering Physics Mathematics or a related field
• Experience in aerospace defense missile defense space systems or national security applications
• Experience with reinforcement learning multi-agent systems or decision-theoretic methods
• Experience integrating AI/ML with modeling & simulation digital twins or physics-based environments
• Familiarity with sensor-related AI/ML applications (e.g. EO/IR or RF detection tracking fusion and classification)
• Experience with uncertainty quantification probabilistic modeling or statistical inference
• Experience with high-performance computing GPU acceleration or large-scale training workflows
• Familiarity with containerization reproducible ML pipelines or MLOps concepts
• Experience supporting algorithm-heavy systems such as battle management autonomy decision aids or command-and-control tools

SALARY RANGE

$115000 - $190000 annually.

Actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills education and years of experience. The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details associated with this role during the hiring process.

BENEFITS AND CULTURE

ExoAnalytic Solutions is a technology and innovation leader providing world-class products and services to the U.S. federal government and commercial customers worldwide. As an employee-owned company a competitive salary is only one part of your total rewards package.

Our comprehensive benefits include:

• Company-paid medical vision and dental coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with a 6% company contribution (no employee match required)
• Ample paid personal time off including holidays
• Short- and long-term disability insurance and life insurance
• Additional discounts and perks to support your well-being
• Flexible scheduling and structured freedom that empower innovation and work-life balance

Apply today to become an ExoNaut today!

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

ExoAnalytic Solutions provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training.