AI/ML Engineer

About the role

Torch Technologies is seeking a highly analytical and mathematically minded Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML) Engineer to join our AI/ML team. The candidate will support the Missile Defense Agency’s (MDA) Ground Test scenario design team.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy machine learning models to support mission-critical objectives.
• Analyze and optimize model performance, identify areas for improvement, and implement data-driven solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate machine learning solutions into existing systems and workflows.
• Develop and maintain scalable, high-quality code using Python and related technologies.
• Research and apply emerging AI/ML technologies, frameworks, and methodologies to drive innovation.
• Critically evaluate machine learning systems, including model assumptions, explainability, and potential biases.
• Contribute to best practices, technical standards, and methodologies for AI/ML development and deployment.
• Support technical documentation, reporting, and presentation of findings to internal and external stakeholders.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship.
• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Mathematics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Physics, Data Science, or related STEM field.
• 5+ years of relevant experience developing AI/ML models and machine learning solutions.
• Active Secret security clearance required (must be able to maintain).
• Experience with machine learning frameworks such as PyTorch and advanced modeling strategies.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly.
• Experience supporting defense, engineering, scientific computing, or technical mission environments.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting DoD or Federal programs.
• Familiarity with structured data analysis, simulations, or scientific computing environments.
• Experience applying AI/ML solutions to complex real-world problems.
• Interest or experience in explainable AI, interpretable modeling, or advanced AI techniques.
• Experience working with cross-functional engineering and technical teams.
• Strong technical documentation, briefing, and reporting experience.
• Strong self-directed learning skills with the ability to independently research and synthesize advanced technical concepts.
• Experience with state-of-the-art agentic coding architectures and tools.

Skills

• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with machine learning frameworks such as PyTorch and advanced modeling strategies.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly.
• Experience supporting defense, engineering, scientific computing, or technical mission environments.
• Experience applying AI/ML solutions to complex real-world problems.
• Experience working with cross-functional engineering and technical teams.
• Strong technical documentation, briefing, and reporting experience.
• Strong self-directed learning skills with the ability to independently research and synthesize advanced technical concepts.
• Experience with state-of-the-art agentic coding architectures and tools.

Benefits

• ESOP participation.
• 401(k) match and safe-harbor contribution.
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability.
• Flexible spending accounts, Health Savings Accounts and Health Reimbursement Accounts.
• EAP.
• Education assistance.
• Paid time off, and holidays.