Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace company that employs approximately 114,000 people worldwide and is principally engaged in the research, design, development, manufacture, integration and sustainment of advanced technology systems, products and services. Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control (MFC) is one of four Lockheed Martin business areas. MFC is a recognized designer, developer and manufacturer of precision engagement aerospace and defense systems for the U.S. and allied militaries. MFC develops, manufactures and supports advanced products for military customers that include the U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, NASA and dozens of foreign allies. MFC also offers a wide range of products and services for the global civil nuclear power industry and the military’s green power initiatives.

What You Will Be Doing

As a Software Engineer/AI Research Engineer, your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Design, develop, and implement AI/ML algorithms and models to solve complex problems in various domains
• Collaborate with researchers and engineers to identify opportunities for AI/ML applications and develop proof-of-concepts
• Maintain AI/ML systems, including data pipelines, model training, optimization, and deployment
• Conduct research and experiments to evaluate the performance of AI/ML models and identify areas for improvement
• Stay current with the latest advancements in AI/ML, including new algorithms, techniques, and tools
• Communicate research results and findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Participate in the development of research proposals, papers, and presentations
• Collaborate with external partners, including academia and industry, to advance AI/ML research and applications


Why Join Us

Do you want to be part of a company culture that encourages employees to build their career, leverage their knowledge while using cutting edge technology, and achieve challenging goals? We provide the foundation and resources to help you stay motivated, inspired, and productive. If you are driven, dedicated, and enjoy doing what you love, then we want you to join our journey and build a better tomorrow with you.

This position is onsite in Orlando, Florida. We offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.

Further Information About This Opportunity:
This position is in Orlando. Discover more about our Orlando, Florida location.
Basic Qualifications:
• Ability to obtain a secret security clearance. Must be a US Citizen.

• 3+ years of experience in AI/ML research and development, with a strong background in machine learning, deep learning, and natural language processing
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C++, and Java
• Experience with AI/ML frameworks and libraries, including TensorFlow, PyTorch, and scikit-learn
• Excellent software development skills, with experience in version control systems such as Git
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment
Desired Skills:
• Master's or Ph.D. degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
• Familiarity with containerization using Docker and Kubernetes
• Experience with agile development methodologies and version control systems
• Strong publication record in top-tier AI/ML conferences and journals
• Experience with AI/ML ethics, fairness, and transparency
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
Join us at Lockheed Martin, where your mission is ours. Our customers tackle the hardest missions. Those that demand extraordinary amounts of courage, resilience and precision. They’re dangerous. Critical. Sometimes they even provide an opportunity to change the world and save lives. Those are the missions we care about.

As a leading technology innovation company, Lockheed Martin’s vast team works with partners around the world to bring proven performance to our customers’ toughest challenges. Lockheed Martin has employees based in many states throughout the U.S., and Internationally, with business locations in many nations and territories.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Software Engineering
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First