Full Job Description
As the THAAD Futures AI Systems Engineering lead, you will be responsible for developing and implementing the AI strategy for the THAAD program and future derivative Upper Tier IAMD systems. In this role you will
• Lead development and demonstration of prototype AI-based solutions for THAAD system fire control and missile guidance algorithms that improve performance against current and emerging threats
• Work with program and E&T leads to develop and execute an AI roadmap for Integrated systems architectures that use THAAD components
• Through IRAD projects, pilot the use of AI tools and techniques to accelerate the velocity of software development for the THAAD system of systems
• Work closely with the customer and program team to successfully transition AI solutions into production environments and fielded equipment
Basic Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education
• Demonstrated professional background in applied AI, AI research, and data pipelines, with proven experience in machine learning and neural networks
• Experience with developing weapon system algorithms
• Proven record of transitioning AI solutions into production environments or fielded systems
• Proficiency using AI tools to aid software development
• Primary authorship of publications or open source code repositories related to AI
• Secret clearance is required prior to start.
Desired skills
• Experienced in software architecture
• Ability to communicate and work with a diverse group of stakeholders to build consensus around a technical vision
• Technical or program leadership experience
• Ability to create a compelling technical vision
• Demonstrated technical presentation skills
• Working knowledge of DoW systems and networks
• Experience with iterative development processes
• Experience with THAAD weapon system
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $139,600 - $246,100. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
(Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $160,500 - $278,300. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
