Principal Systems Engineer (Computer Network Support - AI/ML)

We solve difficult business, IT, and analytic problems by addressing the whole problem – not just the symptoms – using interdisciplinary approaches that are both practical and innovative. We provide fresh alternatives to ordinary, mainstream consulting firms through small, highly skilled, and hand-picked teams that can meet clients' needs in any industry. Our broad interdisciplinary understanding allows us to provide the right solution, even if it is from outside the industry or traditionally defined problem space. We bring Public and Private, Civilian and Military expertise to every case.

We are hiring a Principal Systems Engineer (Computer Network Support - AI/ML) to work in Fort Meade, MD. Position location is subject to change based on central MD client's needs.

Required: TS/SCI with a Polygraph

As a Computer Network Support Systems Engineer you will support a customer computer network operations organization by providing systems engineering and project management expertise to assist with the following activities:

• Perform analysis and provide recommendations pertaining to proposed AI/ML architecture designs and proposals
• Work with organizations to coordinate and help shape interactions on AI/ML deployments with the customer’s enterprise
• Coordinate activities to assess program management planning, execution, and reporting processes for various projects that include software, sustainment, and advanced technology initiatives
• Assist with operating in an agile development process including maintaining agile development tools such as Jira and Confluence
• Develop new processes, as needed, and ensure that the processes are reliable, repeatable, and sustainable
• Assist in defining process improvement strategies and lessons learned
• Document existing processes

Individual Capabilities/Experience Required:

• Bachelor’s degree or advanced degree in computer science, information systems, engineering or other related discipline plus at least 15 years of systems engineering experience. A Master’s degree or PhD may be substituted for two years of experience. A high school diploma or GED plus 19 years of systems engineering experience would also be acceptable
• AI/ML experience, especially relating to LLM-based systems
• Systems Engineering, process engineering, and project management experience
• Familiarity with working in an agile development environment
• Familiarity with Jira and Confluence agile development tools
• Position requires TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.

Individual Capabilities/Experience Desired:

• Excellent interpersonal skills and diplomacy
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work in fast paced environment

We have all the PERKS!
You are our most valuable resource — your ambition, your knowledge, your creativity. We offer an industry-leading set of benefits to supplement your normal salary compensation. We have you covered with flexible ways to balance work and home life, full health benefit premium coverage, and generous contributions toward your retirement.

• Competitive health, dental, and vision plans with 100% paid premiums.
• 401k: We contribute 6% even if you don't!
• Time Off: 11 standard holidays, and 25 days of PTO
• Career Development: Get career counseling and individualized career development plans, including education and training.
• Employee referral bonuses for successful hires

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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