Senior AI Engineer

ECS Federal LLC

DC

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Artificial Intelligence (AI), Automation, Benchmarking, Continuous Improvement, Conversation Engine, Customer Support/Service, Elasticsearch, Financial Operations, Government Standards, Internet Security, Machine Learning, Metrics, Modeling Languages, Natural Language Processing (NLP), Operational Audit, Operational Support, Process Improvement, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Reporting Dashboards, Service Level Agreement (SLA), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Team Player, Top Secret Clearance, User Interface/Experience (UI/UX)
LOCATION
DC
POSTED
30+ days ago

Everforth ECS is seeking a Senior AI Engineer to work in the National Capital Region covering the Pentagon, Falls Church, and Fairfax. Please Note: This position is contingent upon contract award.

The War Data Platform (WDP) is a key initiative within the U.S. Department of War's (DoW) AI-First strategy introduced in early 2026. The WDP separates business and financial data from operational warfighting data, aiming to accelerate the deployment of artificial intelligence (AI) on the battlefield. The WDP extends to Unclassified, Secret, and Top Secret environments, and supports collaboration between Combatant Commands, Joint Staff directorates, Senior Executive Service leaders, and operational analysts.

The Senior AI Engineer serves as a senior-level AI architect and practitioner responsible for designing, building, and deploying advanced artificial intelligence capabilities that modernize WDP Core Integration's operational support functions across all classification tiers. This role leverages machine learning, natural language processing, and retrieval-augmented generation techniques to automate mission-critical workflows, accelerate request resolution, and strengthen WDP's AI-enabled user experience from the Pentagon to the tactical edge.

  • Designs and implements advanced artificial intelligence capabilities supporting War Data Platform (WDP) Core Integration modernization objectives by developing automated mechanisms that accelerate request intake, categorization, triage, and routing across Tier 0 through Tier 3 support channels for customers across NIPRNet, SIPRNet, and JWICS enclaves.
  • Builds and deploys machine learning classification pipelines, natural language processing models, and retrieval-augmented generation components using platforms such as Python, PyTorch, TensorFlow, SageMaker, Amazon Comprehend, and Elasticsearch to identify intent, assign routing paths, and detect anomalous patterns within high-volume operational data streams.
  • Integrates AI-driven chatbots, recommender engines, and knowledge discovery modules into the WDP Core Integration user experience to provide instant guidance, dynamic knowledge article suggestions, and automated resolution workflows aligned to Government-approved Standard Operating Procedures and mission readiness objectives.
  • Conducts model evaluation using precision, recall, F1 scores, latency thresholds, and throughput benchmarks to validate operational suitability for Combatant Command, Service Headquarters, Joint Staff, and Senior Executive Service mission users.
  • Produces deliverables including automation roadmaps, machine learning architecture diagrams, system interface specifications, AI-enabled workflow designs, performance dashboards, and modernization impact reports.
  • Collaborates with platform engineers, cybersecurity teams, and mission leads to integrate AI enhancements into enterprise pipelines while reducing ticket resolution times, eliminating bottlenecks, and driving continuous improvement in user sentiment metrics, SLA compliance, and cross-enclave operational efficiency.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

About the Company

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ECS Federal LLC

ECS was founded in 2001 by experienced IT professionals with a commitment to quality processes, people and performance. Led by our Chairman, Roy Kapani, and an experienced executive leadership team, ECS provides our customers with solutions and services that support their critical needs and further mission objectives. This commitment has paved the way for expansive growth, year over year.

ECS gained market share in 2011 in the Department of Defense and Federal spaces through both organic and acquisition growth. In May, ECS completed its first strategic acquisition with the purchase of OAK Management, Inc., a leading provider of marine environmental services, ship systems engineering, maritime consulting and platform acquisition management. The OAK acquisition kicked off ECS’ intention to add tactical acquisitions as a part of its long term strategy to supplement and expand upon organic growth and to build enterprise value. ECS closed out 2011 with the acquisition of Paradigm Technologies, Inc. The Paradigm transaction added approximately 200 employees to ECS’ existing 900+ employees. Paradigm also added new Defense clients for ECS, including the Missile Defense Agency, the Navy’s Program Executive Officer for Integrated Warfare Systems, the United States Marine Corps, and the U.S. Marshals Service.

In 2012, ECS completed the acquisition of iLuMinA Solutions, Inc. iLuMinA brings large-scale Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software implementation and infrastructure design and development to ECS’ expanding capabilities.

ECS will continue to invest in corporate infrastructure and quality processes as we grow and enhance our ability to offer professional excellence to both our customers and our employees.

COMPANY SIZE
50 to 99 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
2000
WEBSITE
http://www.ecs-federal.com/