SciTec - Senior Staff / Senior Machine Learning Engineer

AI Engineer is needed in Boulder, United States.

Client: SciTec

Location: Boulder, CO

Contract: undefined

Job Description

SciTec, a subsidiary of Firefly Aerospace, is a non-traditional defense contractor focusing on advanced technologies to support U.S. National Security and Defense. They have an immediate opening for a Machine Learning & AI Engineer to contribute to Next-Generation Missile Warning software projects. The selected candidate will work in a fast-paced environment developing machine learning and analytics pipelines for Overhead Persistent InfraRed (OPIR) sensor data related to Missile Warning, Missile Defense, Battlespace Awareness, and Technical Intelligence.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in physical sciences, mathematics, engineering, computer science, or a related field (additional education years may substitute for professional experience)
• At least five years of professional experience in machine learning, AI engineering, or applied algorithm development
• At least three years of experience working in Linux environments
• Proficiency with Python and common ML frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow, scikit-learn)
• Strong understanding of data structures, numerical methods, and algorithm design
• Experience optimizing models and pipelines for high-data-throughput processing
• Familiarity with feature engineering and statistical tests, such as Mutual Information and Shapley Analysis
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work full-time in-person at the Boulder, CO office location
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with GPU programming and acceleration (CUDA, cuDNN, TensorRT, ROCm, etc.)
• Direct experience in applying ML/AI techniques to OPIR, E/O, SAR, Spectral, RF, or other remotely sensed data
• Strong understanding of modern software engineering principles, including object-oriented design and SOLID principles
• Experience with production deployment of ML models, MLOps pipelines, or real-time inference systems
• Familiarity with C++17/20/23, especially for model integration or high-performance compute components
• Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in physical sciences, mathematics, engineering, computer science, or a related discipline
• Professional fluency in one or more additional languages: Python, Rust, or C++
• Prior experience in Agile software development environments
• A current active DoD SECRET clearance or higher

Additional Information

Important Notice: SciTec exclusively works on U.S. government contracts requiring U.S. citizenship for all employees. They cannot sponsor employee work visas, and applicants not meeting these requirements will not be considered.

Benefits: SciTec offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

• 4% Safe Harbor 401(k) match
• 100% company paid HSA Medical insurance with two buy-up options
• 80% company paid Dental insurance
• 100% company paid Vision insurance
• 100% company paid Life insurance
• 100% company paid Long-term Disability insurance
• 100% company paid Hospital Indemnity insurance
• Voluntary Accident and Critical Illness insurance
• Short-term Disability insurance
• Annual Profit-Sharing Plan
• Discretionary Performance Bonus
• Paid Parental Leave
• Generous Paid Time Off, including Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Pay
• Flexible Work Hours

The pay range for this position is $127,000 - $193,000 per year, subject to various factors including role responsibilities, experience, education/training, and skills.

SciTec is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. VET/Disabled.

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