We are seeking an experienced Software Engineer with professional or personal project experience in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or Generative AI for a 12-month contract position in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. You will join the Applied Research and Technology (ART) Aerospace Technologies Team, which is part of a Development Sandbox chartered with defining disruptive process improvements for aerospace business capabilities—enabling faster cycle times, lower total lifecycle costs, reduced technical debt, and greater reusability in next-generation avionics systems. Responsibilities Develop, design, and conduct experiments to accelerate business capabilities in Generative AI for safety-critical development Approach everyday problems with passion, curiosity, and innovative thinking Thrive in a collaborative environment, communicate clearly, and provide technical guidance, mentoring, and support to multiple sub-projects Take strong ownership and initiative while empowering others to do the same Prioritize positive impact and data-driven decision-making Work transparently, promote trust, and make decisions based on evidence and science Take calculated risks and rapidly iterate to find optimal solutions Qualifications Required Experience deploying Generative AI powered applications Experience with Large Language Model (LLM) development frameworks (e.g., LangChain, Haystack)