Evaluating models for applicability to mission problems, including speed, accuracy, security, and compliance.
Requirements
Worker Type Regular Job Description AV is seeking a Software Engineer 3 with Machine Learning (ML) & Artificial Intelligence (AI) experience, for our PRIME contract.
The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing and developing robust software solutions that leverage ML and AI techniques to enhance cyber defense and cyber intelligence solutions.
This role requires a deep understanding of both programming languages, as well as
experience in implementing ML/AI algorithms and frameworks.
The team will also address additional challenges related to provisioning of infrastructure and cloud migration within a hybrid, multi-cloud environment (e.g., VMware, AWS & Azure), Cyber Threat Intelligence, DevOps, and Containerization & Orchestration.
experience in both Java and Python, have
experience in ML and AI, and are interested in solving new challenges, we certainly would like to have you as a part of our team. Job
Understanding of standard AI / ML data formats for models, weights, and data interchange.
Optimizing performance and efficiency of ML/AI models through continuous testing and refinement.
Designing and developing ML and AI algorithms and integrate those ML and AI algorithms into systems to solve emerging mission critical problems.
Providing Leadership and support for corporate AI efforts, including the AI Working Group, Innovation Center, and proposal activities.
Conducting research and experiments to identify and evaluate the most suitable ML/AI techniques for specific use cases.
Staying up to date with the latest advancements in ML/AI technologies and best practices.
Analyzing, designing, developing, testing deploying, and maintaining Java & Python based innovative solutions to address emerging mission challenges, using industry best practices and frameworks.
experience as a SWE in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required.
experience on projects with similar software processes may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.
Deep understanding of AI/ML capabilities within client environment.
Strong software development skills with Java, Python, Object Oriented Programming concepts and patterns.
Experience with machine learning libraries and frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn, or similar.
Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and computational complexity.
Ability to work independently as well as collaborate effectively within a team environment.
Experience in the full SDLC (Software Development Life Cycle) that includes
Requirements Analysis, Design, Coding, Testing, Implementation, Maintenance with the Agile Methodology Desired Skills: Good understanding of software project management tools (GitLab, Jenkins, Maven, Jira, Confluence) Previous
experience in developing and deploying ML/AI models in real-world applications.
Knowledge of distributed computing frameworks such as Apache Spark or Hadoop.
Knowledge of data science workflows, ETL, and data lakes.
Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
Familiarity with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
Working in both AWS and Azure environments.
Who We Are Based in California, AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems.
Join us today in developing the next generation of small UAS and tactical missile systems that will deliver more actionable intelligence to our customers so they can proceed with certainty – and succeed.
What We Do Building on a history of technological innovation, AeroVironment designs, develops, produces, and supports an advanced portfolio of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems.
Department of Defense and allied military services use the company’s hand-launched UAS to provide situational awareness to tactical operating units through real-time, airborne reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition.
Benefits
Opportunity for partial telework Salary Range: $150,000.00 - $262,500.00 The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary.
Determination of official compensation or salary relies on several factors including, but not limited to, level of position, job responsibilities, geographic location, scope of relevant work experience, educational background, certifications, contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements, alignment with local internal equity as well as alignment with market data.
Our compensation package also includes components designed to support employees’ total well-being, which should be considered when evaluating our competitive benefits package. These
benefits include health insurance, life insurance, disability, company holiday and paid time off, parental leave, 401(k) company match and contributions, professional development/training reimbursements, and other work/life programs.
benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown.
We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.
Contact
For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits .
We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us. Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.
Additional details
You will be part of a talented software team focused on developing solutions to innovate mission-critical systems and applications.
Those interested in this position should be comfortable with change and learning new technologies, as this opportunity is focused on finding innovative solutions to our customer's toughest challenges.
Applying industry standard techniques for compressing and fine-tuning models to fit target platforms.
This would include CPU-only implementations and edge devices.
Collaborating with cross-functional teams to understand business
requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
Researching new technologies, understanding emerging challenges to mission critical solutions and quick reaction problem identification & resolution.
Documenting experiment results, prototype software solutions and ensuring that all technical documentation (i.e. configuration guides, install guides) meets requirements.
Collaborating with other team members and stakeholders to jointly solve problems and find solutions as a team.
Working collaboratively in an Agile development environment. Position