AI Machine Learning Engineer Staff

Description

Job ID: 727711BR | Date posted: May 11, 2026

Location: Puerto Rico

Join Lockheed Martin’s digital transformation journey as we accelerate the OneLM Mission Driven Transformation through the 1LMX program. This strategic priority reshapes operations and business processes to better serve our customers in terms of cost, quality, and capabilities, while delivering the speed, agility, and insights needed to stay ahead of rapidly evolving threats.

The Advanced Solutions team within the 1LMX data workstream is hiring an AI and GenAI Machine Learning Engineer at Staff level to help develop our Generative AI products. The SEMPL solution is a groundbreaking effort to revolutionize Lockheed Martin's Software Engineering and Management Process (SEMP) and Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC) using Generative AI and Data Science with application to the 1LMX deliverables. We are committed to fostering a culture of innovation and seeking a candidate who shares a passion for using technology to drive positive change and acceleration.

What You Will Be Doing

You will play a pivotal role in transforming how Lockheed Martin employees work by infusing AI solutions into existing business processes.

You will contribute to the development of the 1LMX AI Acceleration Products that drive acceleration, inform data-driven decision making, and help the organization stay ahead of the curve. Projects include working on ABAP coding agents for ERP. This role offers opportunities to learn and grow while mentoring and leading others in this dynamic space, making meaningful contributions to the team. You will participate in the adoption process and iterate with ongoing development, incorporating user feedback quickly and delivering within the fast-paced 1LMX scope.

Who You Are

You are a motivated engineer or full-stack developer with a solid foundation in software engineering, systems development, ABAP/UI5 and AI technologies. With a startup mindset and a growth orientation, you thrive in fast-paced environments, navigate ambiguity with ease, and are self-motivated to work independently.

Further Information About This Opportunity

This role is fully remote but will require travel approximately two times per quarter. US citizenship is required due to system access.

Basic Qualifications

• Experience in software development with a focus on full-stack engineering
• Proficiency in Python or Node.js development
• Experience with Large Language Models (LLMs) and/or Generative AI (GenAI)
• Understanding of the Software Development Lifecycle
• Experience with creating stories and working in Jira
• US Citizenship is required due to program requirements and system access

Desired Skills

• Experience developing in the SAP ecosystem (UI5, ABAP, BTP)
• Experience with Agile and utilizing Jira for PI planning, Sprints, stories etc.
• Experience developing with GenAI Coding Assistants (Spec driven development) & MCP
• Proven experience designing, developing, and integrating RESTFUL APIs with FastAPI and Pydantic data modeling
• Hands-on experience with eFOSS system
• Experience with the OData standard
• Working knowledge with Temporal workflow orchestration
• Working knowledge of OpenSearch or Elasticsearch (index management, query DSLs, hybrid search)
• Proficiency in asynchronous Python (asyncio, async/await patterns)
• Demonstrated experience building or leveraging knowledge graph based solutions (e.g., graph databases, ontologies, SPARQL)
• Experience with cloud-based platforms and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Experience with GitLab pipelines, OpenShift, and related technologies
• Proficiency in additional programming languages, such as Java, C++, Rust, Go
• Comfort with version control systems (GitHub and Gitlab, SAP CTS)
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, AI/ML or related field

Clearance Level

None

Other Important Information You Should Know

Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should a match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.

Ability to Work Remotely

Full-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work remotely full time at a location other than a Lockheed Martin designated office or job site. Employees may travel to a Lockheed Martin office for periodic meetings.

Work Schedules

Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.

Schedule for this Position

4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week

Pay Rate

The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $152,900 - $264,960. 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 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
• Holidays

This position is incentive plan eligible.

Pay Rate (Non-major metro areas)

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 $132,900 - $234,370. 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 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
• Holidays

This position is incentive plan eligible.

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.

The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.