Senior AIML Engineer Lead
Reston, VA - USA
Job Summary
The Opportunity:
CACI is seeking a Senior AI/ML Engineering Lead to guide enterprise-scale artificial intelligence machine learning and mission application delivery for Intelligence Community customers. This role is designed for a cleared technology leader who can manage complex classified programs guide AI/ML-enabled capability development from concept through production and serve as a trusted senior interface to federal mission owners prime contractors and cross-functional delivery teams. The ideal candidate will bring deep experience in IC program execution responsible AI governance Agile delivery RMF/ATO compliance vendor management capture support and executive communications. The role sits at the intersection of program management enterprise technology delivery and mission-focused AI adoption.
Responsibilities:
- Program execution across cost schedule technical performance staffing contract deliverables customer satisfaction and mission value
- Integration of AI/ML cloud enterprise application and data-driven capabilities into secure IC mission workflows
- Governance and compliance oversight for responsible AI information assurance RMF ATO/IATT and classified deployment constraints
- Operational coordination across subcontractors SETA partners vendors product owners engineering leads and federal stakeholders
- Preparation of project plans staffing plans weekly/monthly status reports milestone baselines ROMs LOEs executive briefings and performance dashboards
- Risk issue dependency and opportunity management across multiple customer-facing workstreams.
- Support to capture proposal development solution shaping staffing strategy and customer growth
Qualifications:
- Active TS/SCI clearance
- 15 years of progressive technology delivery software development architecture or program management experience supporting federal defense or intelligence customers
- 8 years leading Agile software application development AI/ML cloud or enterprise technology teams in classified or highly regulated environments
- Demonstrated ability to manage cross-functional teams including engineers architects analysts ISSOs QA system administrators DBAs and vendor/subcontractor partners
- Experience translating complex technical concepts into executive-ready communications decision briefs business cases ROMs LOEs and customer-facing dashboards
- Hands-on familiarity with Agile/Scrum delivery Jira sprint planning backlog management project reporting and performance metrics
- Experience with RMF Xacta ATO/IATT information assurance and secure technology deployment practices
- PMP certification or equivalent senior program leadership experience
- Ability to operate as a senior customer-facing leader in a fast-paced classified mission environment
Desired:
- CI Polygraph strongly preferred for IC customer access
- Prior leadership experience supporting NGA DIA NRO Project Maven geospatial intelligence HUMINT computer vision or related IC mission domains
- Experience establishing AI governance responsible AI controls AI ethics frameworks model lifecycle oversight or ML Ops practices
- Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure in classified secure or multi-fabric environments.
- Experience supporting business development capture proposal development technical volumes staffing solutions and partner strategy
- Certified Scrum Master AI/ML cloud or responsible AI certifications such as AWS AI Practitioner PMI CPMAI or equivalent
- Prior hands-on background in application /C# SQL Server Oracle enterprise architecture or full SDLC documentation
What You Can Expect:
A culture of integrity.
At CACI we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member youll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customers missions and driven by a higher purpose to ensure the safety of our nation.
An environment of trust.
CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. Youll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.
A focus on continuous growth.
Together we will advance our nations most critical missions build on our lengthy track record of business success and find opportunities to break new ground in your career and in our legacy.
Pay Range:
There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including but not limited to geographic location Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates relevant prior work experience specific skills and competencies education and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare wellness financial retirement family support continuing education and time off benefits.
The proposed salary range for this position is:
$131800 - $290000Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
CACI employs a diverse range of talent to create an environment that fuels innovation and fosters continuous improvement and success. At CACI, you will have the opportunity to make an immediate impact by providing information solutions and services in support of national security miss ... View more