Machine Learning Engineer

The Machine Learning Engineer will help build computer vision capabilities and image/video analytics for defense and commercial use within AV’s Learning and Active Perception (LEAP) group.

Responsibilities

• Develop computer vision and ML algorithms for object detection, classification, localization, and tracking from stationary and mobile sensor platforms, targeting real-time automated target recognition (ATR)
• Apply visual imagery data science to support data collection, data labeling, and data selection for training deep computer vision models
• Train algorithms with selected data and validate data selection and algorithm design using purpose-designed experiments
• Analyze ML approaches to solve defined problems and rank algorithms by success probability on new data
• Define objectives, develop models to meet them, and establish metrics to track progress
• Select appropriate datasets and data representations
• Evaluate errors across data, model, and design strategies and iterate to overcome them
• Write and test software to support integration of ML algorithms into aircraft systems (including autopilots, payloads, or other functional components) or other systems
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• BS in Computer Science/Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related Science or Engineering discipline
• 2+ years of relevant experience in machine learning and/or computer vision
• 2 to 5 years of relevant computer vision experience
• Familiarity with Python and C/C++ required
• Proficiency with a deep learning framework, preferably PyTorch
• Proficiency with ML libraries including Open-CV, scikit-learn, and pandas
• Familiarity with Linux
• Familiarity with Nvidia Tools (CUDA, JetPack, TensorRT) and the deployment process to Nvidia GPUs
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex systems and perform algorithmic optimization
• Ability to perform exploratory data analysis, including visualizing and manipulating large datasets
• U.S. Citizenship required (to qualify for this role)
• Active Secret (or higher) DoD security clearance
• Willingness and ability to travel CONUS and OCONUS (Occasionally, up to 25%)
• Location: Centreville, VA or Minneapolis, MN

Technologies

• Python
• C/C++
• PyTorch
• Open-CV
• scikit-learn
• pandas
• Linux
• Nvidia Tools: CUDA, JetPack, TensorRT
• Nvidia GPUs

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision
• 401K with company matching
• 9/80 work schedule
• Paid holiday shutdown

Other Qualifications and Desired Competencies

• Familiarity with office software and computer-based productivity tools
• Ability to work within defined requirements under moderate supervision
• Team-oriented and able to collaborate effectively
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with small teams and varied duties
• Strong initiative and drive to meet goals and company objectives
• Own current and past work products; share results and provide feedback
• Committed to learning from mistakes and improving performance

Physical Demands

• Ability to work in an office environment (Constant)
• Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard (Frequent)

Clearance and ITAR

• Clearance level: No Clearance
• ITAR/EAR requirement: position requires access to information subject to ITAR and/or EAR
• Applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under ITAR/EAR or be eligible for an export license approval
• Offers requiring export license approval may be conditional on the company’s ability to obtain the license within required timelines
• U.S. person per ITAR includes U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, and protected individuals (22 CFR § 120.15)
• U.S. Citizenship required; Secret or Top Secret clearance (or ability to obtain) desired

Location: Centreville, VA (Onsite)
Salary: USD 102,000 - 155,500 per year
Minimum experience: 2 years
Travel: Occasional, up to 25%