Jobs · Engineering · Maryland

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Lead

Amentum · Hanover, MD · 3 wk ago
On-siteEngineeringFull-time

Purpose and Impact

Imagine being at the forefront of one of the biggest workplace revolutions in history. We're seeking ambitious, innovative professionals who are excited to put AI into action, transforming ideas into solutions, streamlining complex work, and creating measurable business value. If you're energized by learning new technologies, challenging the status quo, and helping others embrace smarter ways of working, you'll find endless opportunities to grow, lead, and make a difference here. Join us and help define what the AI‑powered workplace looks like tomorrow.

Schedule

8 hours a day / 5 days a week

Essential Responsibilities

  • Individual must be curious, innovative, comfortable trying new solutions and “failing fast”.

Requirements

Knowledge

  • Understanding of generative AI concepts, capabilities, and limitations.
  • Familiarity with AI tools such as Microsoft 365 Copilot, ChatGPT, Gemini, or similar platforms.
  • Knowledge of current business processes and how technology can improve efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Basic understanding of responsible AI principles, including data privacy, security, and ethical use.
  • Awareness of change management fundamentals and technology adoption practices.

Skills

  • Ability to identify business processes that can benefit from AI‑enabled improvements.
  • Strong problem‑solving and critical‑thinking skills.
  • Experience using AI tools to improve productivity, automate tasks, or enhance decision‑making.
  • Ability to write effective prompts and refine AI‑generated outputs.
  • Strong communication skills to explain AI concepts to both technical and non‑technical audiences.
  • Ability to train, coach, or influence others in adopting new technologies.
  • Data analysis and information synthesis skills.

Abilities

  • Translate business challenges into AI‑enabled solutions.
  • Learn and adapt quickly as AI technologies evolve.
  • Evaluate AI outputs for accuracy, quality, and business relevance.
  • Lead organizational change and encourage adoption of new ways of working.
  • Collaborate across functional teams and influence without direct authority.
  • Balance innovation with risk management and governance requirements.

Security Clearance Required: Must possess a TS/SCI w/ POLY.

Minimum Education: Bachelor’s Degree.

Minimum Years of Experience: 5 years.

Other Responsibilities

  • Safety: Enforce a safety culture; complete training, fulfill self‑aid/buddy‑aid responsibilities, participate in emergency response tasks, and serve on safety committees and teams.
  • Quality: Conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and applicable Quality System documents; understand and execute Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.
  • Procedure Compliance: Read, understand, and implement operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements of all relevant plans, procedures, and policies.

Pay

$150,000 – $200,000 (estimate; actual compensation may vary based on responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, collective bargaining agreements, and applicable laws).

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
  • Educational reimbursement
  • Parental leave
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Tax‑saving options
  • Disability and life insurance
  • Pet insurance

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