Northrop Grumman

Sr Principal AI Engineer Software

United States-Colorado-Aurora, United States

$154-230k

Full Time

16 minutes ago

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Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

The Payload and Ground Systems organization within the Northrop Grumman Space Systems pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines engineering capabilities, and drives advances in various sciences. Our team is chartered with providing the skills, innovative technologies to develop, design, produce and sustain optimized product lines across the sector while providing a decisive advantage to the warfighter. Come be a part of our mission.

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Defines, develops, and delivers novel mathematical and statistical modeling and algorithm development to tackle the challenges of prediction, optimization, and classification. Applies machine learning algorithms to large sets of structured and unstructured data to solve a broad range of problems that include applications in pattern recognition, target detection and tracking, machine learning and decision systems, and robotic systems. Prototypes advanced artificial intelligence techniques to stretch the capability of autonomous systems research and development programs. Designs, develops, documents, tests and debugs applications software and systems that contain logical and mathematical solutions. Collaborates with cross-functional team to deploy machine learning algorithms to prototype testing and production. Ensures software standards are met. May use system-of-systems and multi-agent approaches to architect and design AI software systems. Works closely with AI Systems Engineers to understand program intent, system capabilities, and output requirements. May design software-systems, applications, and data architectures that directly implement AI techniques to support achieving better reliability, precision, accuracy, and speed to meet performance requirements.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Science with 8+ years of relative experience; Master's degree in Science with 6+ years of relative experience: PhD + 4 years of relative experience; 4 additional years of relative experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
Current Top Secret/SCI security clearance required at the time of application.
3 or more years of experience leading the performance of tasks on schedule, at cost and achieving all requirements.
3 or more years of demonstrated success leading teams/and or organizations to achieve a common goal.
Experience with proposal management and reviews.
Experience presenting complex topics to executives and senior leaders.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
Familiarity with AI technologies and methodologies, including machine learning, deep learning, and natural language processing.

Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain a strategic product roadmap, aligning AI goals with business objectives.
Experience in both Engineering and Project Management, or IPT roles.
Ability to define technical strategy to promote capturing business in new areas.
Cost Account Manager (CAM) certified.
Experience with mission systems including RF and SIGINT domains.

Salary Range: $153,600.00 - $230,400.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.