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USAJOBS · 2 months ago

INTERDISCIPLINARY ENGINEER/COMPUTER SCIENTIST

Patuxent River, Maryland, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$201K/yr - $208K/yr

USAJOBS is seeking a Distinguished Scientist or Distinguished Engineer in the Software Engineering Department of NAVAIRWARCENAC DIV. The role involves providing senior technical leadership in the development and implementation of AI and ML algorithms, as well as leading innovative engineering solutions for air warfare capabilities.

ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

You will be recognized as an expert in the fields of AI, DL, ML, and CA

You will provide senior technical engineering leadership for acquisition and research, development, test and evaluation (RDTE) of AI and ML algorithms and Cyber controls to program offices and platforms

You will lead the development and implementation of innovative technical engineering solutions for complex air warfare capabilities to address gaps on manned and unmanned strike and assault air platforms

You will provide assessment and evaluation of new AI technology and techniques for adaption for Naval Software Enterprises

You will provide technical development leadership with a focus on the integration of emerging AI technologies into new and existing designs and applicable T/M/S of aircraft

You will provide overall technical and organizational leadership to assess the soundness of systems engineering approaches, objectives, progress, and risks to ensure technical requirements are achieved

You will provide senior technical advice and expertise to OPNAV, NAVAIR, PEOs, Navy Fleet Readiness Centers, DOD, ONR, OSD, industry and academia in the field of AI

You will establish and maintain senior level relationships with internal and external industry partners to assure optimal leveraging and collaboration of AI techniques and technology

You will provide expert advice and consultation to leadership while also being, responsible for day-to-day execution of AI mission technical workload, and of both junior and senior technical workforce performing acquisition and RDTE work efforts

You will provide expert judgment in leading and transitioning AI technology, products, and multi-disciplinary projects that provide a solid foundation for future advanced naval aviation warfighting capabilities

Qualification

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Machine Learning (ML)Software EngineeringComputer Science DegreeEngineering DegreeTechnical ExpertiseLeadershipCollaborationCommunication

Required

Must be a US Citizen

Must be determined suitable for federal employment

Must participate in the direct deposit pay program

New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check

Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326

Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service

You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty

This position is covered under the Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA). Certification in the Acquisition Functional Area and category assigned to the position is required within established category timeframes

This is a Cyberspace Workforce position, work role code of 902 proficiency level Intermediate the incumbent is required to obtain and maintain qualifications in DoDM 8140.03 Cyber Workforce Qualification and Department of Navy policies

Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test (including marijuana) is required

This position may require travel from normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS and may include remote or isolated sites

This position is a designated Critical Acquisition Position (CAP). You must sign a three-year tenure agreement prior to assuming the position unless a tenure waiver is approved

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution

Your resume must show that you possess the Technical Qualifications (TQ) related to this position - NOT TO EXCEED 2 PAGES

MTQ #1: Ability to provide leadership to within the Software Engineering Department with the future direction of Artificial Intelligence (AI) research and development for computing infrastructure applicable to all Naval air platforms, weapons systems, and related planning systems

MTQ #2: Subject Matter Expert (SME) in new and varied principles and practices of Artificial Intelligence (AI) development, design, integration, and analysis

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications