AI Engineer, Senior

Job Number: R0222690

AI Engineer, Senior

The Opportunity:

Are you ready to lead the design and deployment of cutting-edge AI solutions where they matter most? As an experienced AI Engineer, you'll join a mission-driven team that is pushing the boundaries of AI to support the operational needs of the U.S. Air Force.

In this role, you won't just contribute-you'll take ownership. You'll architect and implement scalable machine learning systems, guide technical decision-making, and mentor junior team members. You'll collaborate closely with data scientists, M&S experts, and software engineers to translate high-impact operational challenges into deployable AI solutions. Whether it's building custom models, fine-tuning LLMs, or integrating AI into complex, real-time environments, your work will directly enhance warfighter decision-making and readiness.

We're looking for engineers who not only understand state-of-the-art ML but are passionate about delivering usable, robust, and responsible AI in high-stakes environments. You'll bring your experience from tech, academia, or industry to help us accelerate innovation inside the Department of the Air Force.

If you're driven by impact, thrive in ambiguity, and want to apply your AI expertise to problems that truly matter-this is the place for you.

Join us. The world can't wait.

You Have:

• 5+ years of experience designing, training, and deploying machine learning or deep learning models in production environments
• Experience in Python and modern ML frameworks, such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, or scikit-learn
• Experience with full-cycle ML engineering, such as data preprocessing, model development, evaluation, deployment, and monitoring
• Knowledge of scalable ML systems and tooling, such as MLflow, Docker, Kubernetes, Ray, FastAPI, or Airflow
• Ability to work in cross-functional teams, lead technical efforts, and drive results in ambiguous, fast-moving environments
• Ability to clearly communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Ability to obtain a Secret clearance
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or Applied Mathematics

Nice If You Have:

• Experience applying or fine-tuning foundational models or large language models (LLMs) in mission-critical settings
• Knowledge of responsible AI principles, model interpretability techniques, and ethical deployment considerations
• Knowledge of MLOps best practices and CI/CD for ML workflows
• Secret clearance
• AWS Certified Machine Learning Specialty including, CompTIA Security+, or equivalent certifications

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen's benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $99,000.00 to $225,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen's total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

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Work Model

Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.

• If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you'll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
• If this position is listed as onsite, you'll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.