AI/ML Research Engineer Sr - Orlando, FL

Basic Qualifications

Candidate must have a Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, applied mathematics, or related field
2+ years of experience in embedded systems, edge computing, or AI deployment
Strong proficiency in deep learning frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow, ONNX)
Experience deploying neural networks on embedded/edge devices
Must have the ability to obtain a DoD Secret Security Clearance, therefore must be a U.S Citizen.

Job Description

You will be the AI/ML Research Engineer Sr for the Autonomy & Artificial Intelligence (A/AI) team. Our team creates cutting‑edge machine‑learning and computer‑vision solutions that enable safe, mission‑critical capabilities for Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control.

• Design, implement, and test deep‑learning object‑detection and classification pipelines, including image‑processing and data‑augmentation techniques for missile and fire‑control products.
• Develop, verify, and validate complex models and simulations that leverage convolutional neural networks, transformers, generative AI, and related techniques.
• Deploy and integrate AI/ML algorithms to CPUs, GPUs, and edge devices, ensuring performance meets system‑level requirements.
• Evaluate system performance in realistic scenarios, conduct HWIL (Hardware‑In‑The‑Loop) testing, and support ground‑and flight‑test activities.
• Support program reviews, technical‑interchange meetings, and customer engagements by presenting results and recommending mitigations.

Why Join Us

We are looking for a collaborative, purpose‑driven professional who thrives on turning research into operational capability. This role offers high visibility, direct impact on mission‑critical systems, and a clear path for career growth within a world‑class aerospace organization. We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible 4‑day × 10‑hour schedules.

Further Information About This Opportunity

This position is in Orlando. Discover more about our Orlando, Florida location.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN – This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must be able to obtain a secret clearance. A company‑sponsored interim secret clearance is required to start.

Desired Skills

• Familiarity with at least one of the target platforms (NVIDIA Jetson, AMD Versal, Intel edge AI)
• Proficiency in Python and C++ for model deployment and optimization
• Understanding of neural network architectures and their computational requirements
• Knowledge of model optimization techniques (quantization, pruning, knowledge distillation)
• Knowledge of hardware acceleration techniques (CUDA, OpenCL, Vulkan)
• Familiarity with AMD Xilinx tools (Vitis AI) and FPGA programming
• Experience with TensorRT, OpenVINO, or other inference optimization frameworks
• Background in computer vision, signal processing, or other application domains
• Experience with containerization and edge deployment workflows (Docker, edge orchestration)
• Understanding of power and thermal management in edge devices
• Problem-solving mindset with attention to real-world deployment challenges
• Self-motivated with ability to work independently and collaboratively

Other Important Information

By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.

Ability to work remotely

Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.