2024-01-T AI/ML Engineer

1st Edge is a growing business seeking top performers to join in our mission of developing Artificial Intelligence solutions for our Government customers. We offer technically advanced, challenging work in an employee-centered environment driven by the desire to contribute to a meaningful purpose. Our employees work closely with Space and Missile Defense Command (SMDC), Missile Defense Agency (MDA), and The U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM).

We believe in a balanced, quid pro quo relationship between the company and its employees, providing all benefits at no cost plus generous time off.  This balanced culture allows employees to do their best work and contributes to our extraordinary success rate.  From an excellent benefits package to job autonomy with challenging work, 1st Edge cultivates an innovative and collaborative environment with meaningful work.

1^st Edge is seeking a skilled AI Engineer to join our team. In this position, you will play a vital role in developing and integrating cutting-edge solutions using AI/ML technologies for use in a virtual test-bed environment. You will be instrumental in creating solutions for a 1^st Edge in support of our prime contractor working a Department of Defense Operational Test & Evaluation program. This position is on-site at 1^st Edge LLC, located in Huntsville, AL.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following tasks:

• Participate in small, fast-paced group using Agile processes in DevSecOps environment
• Develop AI based solutions for use in a modular framework that supports multiple cognitive algorithms and logic flows
• Collaborate with data scientists, software engineers, and integrated product team stakeholders to integrate AI solutions into virtual test and evaluation environment
• Follow best practices to architect and integrate solutions in framework developed across our team of industry, government and university partners
• Assist with development of a cognitive framework that is scalable to support future enhancements
• Provide reports and briefings on AI/ML model performance to industry and government partners

Essential job skills include:

• Ability to apply AI techniques in a simulated virtual test bed environment
• Knowledge of RF frequency analysis, signals and signal modulations
• Experience working with MLOps for experiment tracking and model deployment
• Strong proficiency in Python and associated packages such as Pytorch
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Prepare presentations and reports to communicate complex technical concepts to a broad audience

Desired qualifications:

• Experience with identifying and developing cognitive models representing system behavior for electronic warfare (EW) / Signals Intelligence (SIGINT) systems
• Experience with AI techniques for Reinforcement Learning
• Experience with RF signals and signal processing techniques
• Experience with AI based cyber tools for use in SIGINT environment
• Experience conducting test and evaluation activities using simulation-based test-bed
• Knowledge of Git/Gitlab and virtualization technologies such as Docker

Required qualifications:

• 3-10 years of related experience
• You must be a U.S. Citizen and have, or be able to obtain, a secret security clearance.

Education Requirements:

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  • Bachelor of Science/Engineering degree in computer science, computer engineering, software engineering, mathematics, or related discipline (Master’s Degree or Ph.D. preferred)