• Standard Job Description
• We are seeking an emerging A/AI Research Engineer who will join a highly skilled team of systems engineering technologists and algorithm developers supporting various contracts and IRADs within Missiles and Fire Control.

The engineer focuses on research & development of technologies that enable and advance semi and fully autonomous systems for both defense and commercial customers. Serves as the algorithm expert with up-to-date knowledge on modern AI research and may be involved in the inception of ideas and drive the development cycles from research to test of prototypes for a major project or component of a major project. Researches and discovers improvements to machine learning and robotic algorithms; Drives advancements in techniques used in signal processing, computer vision (CV), and control systems; Develops AI algorithms for mission systems; Applies latest research on AI algorithms and trains machine learning / deep learning models to solve a variety of problems; Investigates and applies the latest machine learning and deep learning techniques; Optimizes the performance of AI algorithms, applications, and platforms; Develops and documents algorithm and implementation requirements; Develops prototypes that will enable autonomous functionality in LM products and platforms; Interfaces with other teams involved the development lifecycle for perception, mission and motion planning, simulation and modeling, testing, etc. The typical Assc.

AI-ML Engineer should show:

+ KNOWLEDGE - Demonstrates basic understanding and applies fundamental concepts within area of specialization. + COMPLEXITY - Exercises judgement and problem-solving skills to independently complete assignments. + IMPACT - Completes assignments requiring judgment and discretion.

Typical tasks may include:

+ Implement and test deep learning object detection and classification solutions and image processing and augmentation methods for missile and fire control products + Validate and test complex models and simulations that utilize convolutional neural networks, transformers, generative AI, and other such techniques to detect and classify objects of interest. + Deploy AI/ML algorithms to CPUs, GPUs or edge devices + Evaluate system performance in complex scenarios and environments and verify system and subsystem level requirements + Perform test activities that support ground and flight test efforts including Hardware-In-The-Loop (HWIL) activities + Support program reviews and technical interchange meetings with internal leadership and/or external customers

• Basic Qualifications
• + BS in electrical engineering, computer engineering, physics, computer science, applied mathematics, or similar STEM degree.

+ Interim Clearance is needed to start, therefore you must be a US Citizen. + Should be proficient in one or more of the following languages: + MATLAB, python, C++ Should demonstrate the ability to perform one or more of the following Image Processing (IP) assignments based on completed course work or professional experience: + Train and inference on modern deep learning neural networks for object detection, classification, and be able to analyze and interpret results. + Should demonstrate strong math skills in the areas of: + Linear algebra, matrix math, statistics, trigonometry, and convolution transformations

• Desired Skills
• + Active Secret Clearance + Experience developing and analyzing algorithms related to computer vision + Experience designing and analyzing object detection and classification networks and applying image augmentation and explainable AI + Demonstrated skills in probability, statistics, and Design of Experiments (DOE) + Experience deploying algorithms that satisfy real-time performance requirement to various hardware platforms + Experience in validating C++ algorithm simulations and hardware models with real-time data collections + Have been exposed to implementing and debugging AI_ML algorithms running in a real-time processing environments + Ability to perform preflight system performance assessment and post flight verification analyses •Pay Information•

Full-Time Salary Range:

$67000.00 - $124400.00 At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally. The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.

• Benefits offered:
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.

g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability. + Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics. + For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.