Worker Type
Regular
Job Description
AV is looking for a highly talented Digital Artificial Intelligence (AI) Development Engineer to join our team! In this role you will be part of our team providing Systems Engineering Technical Assistance to the Ground-based Midcourse Dense (GMD) Product Office under the Teams-Next Missile Defense Systems Engineering (TN-MDSE) contract managed by the Missile Defense Agency (MDA).
Job Description:
Design and implement AI pipelines for data ingestion, processing, and model deployment using frameworks like LangChain and Open WebUI
Develop and manage embeddings databases to support semantic search, recommendation systems, and other AI-driven applications
Integrate AI solutions with cloud platforms such as Azure Foundry to ensure scalability, reliability, and security
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify requirements and deliver AI solutions tailored to business needs
Optimize AI workflows for performance and efficiency, ensuring seamless integration with existing systems
Stay updated on the latest advancements in AI tools, frameworks, and methodologies to continuously improve pipeline performance
Document processes, workflows, and best practices for AI pipeline development and maintenance
Required:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) field
3+ years of related work experience
Working understanding of AI pipelines, including data processing, model deployment, and integration
Active Secret Clearance
Understanding of frameworks such as LangChain, Open WebUI, and embeddings databases
Strong programming skills in Python or similar languages, with a focus on AI and data processing libraries
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with team members.
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Desired:
Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Bedrock, SageMaker, or Azure Foundry for AI solution deployment
Familiarity with semantic search and recommendation systems
Knowledge of distributed systems and scalable architectures for AI pipelines
Experience with containerization tools like Docker and orchestration platforms like Kubernetes
Understanding of MLOps practices for continuous integration and deployment of AI models
Strong written and verbal communication skills to document and present technical solutions
Solid understanding of full-stack development principles, including front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, Angular, or Vue.js) and back-end technologies (Python, Node.js, Java, Go) with relevant frameworks (Django, Express.js, Spring Boot, Gin)
Experience in designing, implementing, and managing relational (MySQL, PostgreSQL) or NoSQL (Mongo DB) databases
Experience developing and consuming RESTful APIs
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jemkins, GitLab CI, CircleCI, or similar, and integrating Terraform and Ansible for automated deployments
Experience with cloud monitoring and logging tools (such as Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack, CloudWatch, Azure Monitor, Google Cloud Logging)
Understanding of software architecture patterns, design principles, and security best practices for cloud environments and web applications
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills across the entire technology stack
Experience working in an Agile development environment and collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams
Ability to clearly and concisely document infrastructure, configurations, and deployment processes
Experience with Linux and/or Windows system administration
Motivated and customer oriented
Clearance Level
Secret
ITAR Requirement:
T_ _his position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations ("ITAR") and/or the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR"). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment's determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment's business requirements. A "U.S. person" according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.
Benefits : AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits .
We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.
Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.
Who We Are
Based in California, AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Founded in 1971 by celebrated physicist and engineer, Dr. Paul MacCready, we've been at the leading edge of technical innovation for more than 45 years. Be a part of the team that developed the world's most widely used military drones and created the first submarine-launched reconnaissance drone, and has seven innovative vehicles that are part of the Smithsonian Institution's permanent collection in Washington, DC.
Join us today in developing the next generation of small UAS and tactical missile systems that will deliver more actionable intelligence to our customers so they can proceed with certainty - and succeed.
What We Do
Building on a history of technological innovation, AeroVironment designs, develops, produces, and supports an advanced portfolio of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense and allied military services use the company's hand-launched UAS to provide situational awareness to tactical operating units through real-time, airborne reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition.
We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.
ITAR
About AV:
AV isn't for everyone. We hire the curious, the relentless, the mission-obsessed. The best of the best.
We don't just build defense technology-we redefine what's possible. As the premier autonomous systems company in the U.S., AV delivers breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber. From AI-powered drones and loitering munitions to integrated autonomy and space resilience, our technologies shape the future of warfare and protect those who serve.
Founded by legendary innovator Dr. Paul MacCready, AV has spent over 50 years pushing the boundaries of what unmanned systems can do. Our heritage includes seven platforms in the Smithsonian-but we're not building history, we're building what's next.
If you're ready to build technology that matters-with speed, scale, and purpose-there's no better place to do it than AV.
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