Lockheed Martin · 15 hours ago
AI Research Engineering Sr Manager
Possible
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$212K/yr - $367K/yr
10+ years expLockheed Martin is a pioneer in space technology, seeking an AI Research Engineering Sr Manager to lead a diverse team of scientists and engineers. This role involves planning and executing R&D to transition disruptive technology to customers, while developing a workforce to tackle AI and Autonomy challenges in critical missions.
AerospaceCyber SecurityMachinery ManufacturingMilitaryNational SecurityRemote SensingSecurity
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead a diverse team of scientists and engineers to accelerate the timeline from discovery to the transition of disruptive technology to our internal and external customers
Plan and execute the department R&D, including building the roadmap that provides clarity to executives and customers around the timing and business/mission impact of that R&D
Interface and partner with universities and small businesses to ensure Lockheed Martin is leveraging the bleeding edge of technology in its mission to deliver 100% mission success to our customers
Develop a world-class workforce that addresses unsolved problems in AI and Autonomy applied to Deep Space, Earth and Solar Science, Department of War, and Intelligence Community critical missions
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, engineering, mathematics, physics, or related field
10+ years experience in AI/ML, either as a developer or a technical leader of a team
5+ years experience in a functional management role
Demonstrated experience delivering AI solutions beyond R&D and into operational systems
Strong understanding of AI/ML frameworks (e.g. TensorFlow) and modern AI architectures
US Citizenship is required. Ability to work in a classified environment
Preferred
PhD in AI, Machine Learning, or related field
Background in real-time, embedded implementations of AI/ML, including continuous model updates and validation in the field
Demonstrated success delivering AI/ML solutions to government customers through SBIR, OT, or other contractual means
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
401(k) match
Flexible Spending Accounts
EAP
Education Assistance
Parental Leave
Paid time off
Holidays
Company
Lockheed Martin
Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace company that specializes in advanced technology systems, products, and services. It is a sub-organization of Lockheed Martin.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$6.06BKey Investors
Air Force Research Laboratory
2025-12-05Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2025-08-28Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2023-11-13Grant· $33.7M
Leadership Team
Jim Taiclet
Chairman, President & CEO
Craig Martell
Chief Technology Officer
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