1st Edge is a growing business seeking top performers to join in our mission of developing Artificial Intelligence solutions for our government customers. We offer technically advanced, challenging work in an employee-centered environment driven by the desire to contribute to a meaningful purpose. Our employees work closely with Space and Missile Defense Command (SMDC), Missile Defense Agency (MDA), and the US Army Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM).
We believe in a balanced, quid pro quo relationship between the company and its employees, providing all benefits at no cost, plus generous time off. This balanced culture allows employees to do their best work and contributes to our extraordinary success rate. From an excellent benefits package to job autonomy with challenging work, 1st Edge cultivates an innovative and collaborative environment with meaningful work.
1st Edge is seeking a skilled Artificial Intelligence Engineer to join our team. In this position, you will play a vital role in developing and maintaining software for the Missile Defense Agency. You will develop complex software applications requiring Artificial Intelligence (AI) based solutions, including supervised and unsupervised learning techniques, expert systems, rule-based assessments, and optimization tools.
This position is on-site at 1st Edge LLC or customer location in Huntsville, AL.
This position is contingent upon contract award.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following tasks:
- Developing robust optimization engines and deploying them as part of large scale data solutions
- Developing applications required to resolve resource conflicts and optimize scheduling of resources in a very dynamic operating environment
- Providing expertise in creating software solutions that leverage Artificial Intelligence (AI) and machine learning based tools for multiple MDA stakeholders
- Developing AI based tools for the organization and processing of large volumes of complex data
- Prepare presentations and reports to communicate complex technical concepts to a broad audience
Desired job skills include:
- Experience and skills for the development of business rule driven applications
- Ability to collaborate with data scientists, software engineers, and weapon system program stakeholders to develop requirements and integrate software in MDA development environment
- Familiarity with Software Engineering Institute/Capability Maturity Model Integration (SEI/CMMI) Level 3 requirements and processes
- Expertise in mathematical optimization, artificial intelligence, and advanced computing techniques required to streamline data collection, storage, access and distribution processes
- Knowledge of missile defense simulations, test scenarios, trajectory analysis, weapon systems, sensors and command and control systems
Required qualifications:
- 4 + years of related experience
- You must be a U.S. Citizen and be able to maintain a secret security clearance
- Bachelor of Science/Engineering degree in computer science, computer engineering, software engineering, mathematics, or related discipline