Kavaliro

Ai Systems Engineer

Kavaliro • $120K — $145K *
Springfield, VA 22153In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
  • 6+ years of experience in the DoD and/or Intelligence Community.
  • 12+ years in government or industry supporting DoD/IC Acquisition Process and Systems engineering.
  • Strong understanding of the systems engineering lifecycle and SAFe development.
  • 6+ years of experience with DoDAF standards.

Responsibilities

  • Lead requirements engineering and systems integration across various agencies.
  • Provide technical planning and reliability analysis for enterprise AI solutions.
  • Support workflow optimization and cloud service capabilities analysis.
  • Advise on design modifications based on mission and technology changes.
  • Conduct Analysis of Alternatives and Trade Studies.
  • Oversee risk management and interface design during technical planning.
  • Lead integration of DoD AI/ML programs with national intelligence organizations.

Benefits

  • Promotes equal employment opportunities without discrimination.
  • Accommodation provided for individuals with disabilities during the application process.
Full Job Description
Job Description

The DoD AI Program Office leads the integration of AI capabilities into the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) and the National System for Geospatial-Intelligence (NSG). This role ensures the end-to-end engineering and integration of AI-driven solutions, overseeing the development of systems infrastructure, including hardware and software implementation.

Responsibilities:
  • Lead requirements engineering, solutions development, and systems integration across NSG, ASG, and Federal Agencies.
  • Provide technical planning, scheduling, reliability, and resiliency analysis for enterprise AI solutions.
  • Support requirements traceability, architecture analysis, and workflow optimization, including cloud service capabilities.
  • Advise on solution design modifications based on evolving mission requirements and technology advancements.
  • Conduct Analysis of Alternatives (AoAs), Course of Action (CoA) assessments, Trade Studies, and Engineering Assessments.
  • Oversee operational technical planning, project management, performance engineering, risk management, and interface design.
  • Lead the integration of a DoD AI/ML program across NGA, Defense Intelligence Enterprise (DIE), and the Intelligence Community (IC).
  • Provide technical oversight to Mid- and Junior-level contractor Systems Engineers.
  • Demonstrate deep understanding of DIE, NSG, ASG, and NRO enterprises.
Required:
  • Education & Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related discipline.
  • 6+ years of experience in the DoD and/or Intelligence Community.
  • 12+ years of experience in government or industry supporting: § DoD/IC Acquisition Process, Requirements Process, PPBE Process, or § Systems engineering for large, complex System of Systems or Service-Oriented Architecture/Cloud environments.
  • Technical Expertise:
  • Strong understanding of the systems engineering lifecycle and SAFe development.
  • 6+ years of experience working with Department of Defense Architectural Framework (DoDAF) standards.
  • Experience working with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE).
  • Proficiency in systems engineering tools and methodologies. Desired:
    • Advanced Education & Certifications:
    • Master's degree in Systems Engineering or a related STEM field.
    • Software Development Framework certification.
  • Technical Expertise & Tools:
  • Knowledge of Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), tools, and languages.
  • Experience engineering solutions with: § Cloud-based technologies § Big Data (structured/unstructured) § Automation, Augmentation, and Artificial Intelligence
  • Expertise in geospatial intelligence and related disciplines. Location:
    • Springfield, VA
    • This position is on site and there is no remote availability
    Clearance Requirement:
    • Active TS/SCI and CI Polygraph
    • Applicant MUST hold a permanent U.S. citizenship for this position in accordance with government contract requirements.

    • About Kavaliro

    Kavaliro is a staffing and recruiting firm that specializes in providing professional services to businesses across a variety of industries. The company was founded in 2010 and is headquartered in Orlando, Florida. Kavaliro offers a range of staffing solutions, including contract, contract-to-hire, and direct placement services. The company has a team of experienced recruiters who work closely with clients to understand their needs and find the right candidates for their open positions. Kavaliro is committed to providing exceptional service to its clients and creating value for its stakeholders.
    Learn more about Kavaliro
    Size
    100 employees
    Industry
    Staffing
    Net Income
    $1 million
    Founded
    2010
    5 Year Trend
    +10%
    Revenue
    $10 million
    * Ladders Estimates

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