cleared AI Engineer

Noblis is seeking cleared AI Engineer to support our customer in Bethesda, Maryland, on a SETA contract.

This role is critical to developing, deploying, and maintaining advanced AI/ML models that support the IC community. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in machine learning, generative AI, and emerging Agentic AI technologies, while operating with strict governance frameworks and security requirements., * Provide subject matter expertise related to data governance and AI capabilities.

• Ensure projects comply with AK standards and governance (ICD 505 - Artificial Intelligence).
• Draft, edit, and coordinate AI-related policies and procedures.
• Make Agile teams aware of AI-related standards.
• Support Enterprise Data Architecture integrated with the IC enterprise architectures.

• Active Top Secret/SCI clearance with Polygraph.
• ship is required.
• Experience developing, deploying, and maintaining AI and machine learning models using given datasets and customer requirements.
• Experience with right-sizing AI solutions to meet customer requirements from traditional machine learning solutions through to Agentic Al workstreams.
• Experience leveraging Model Context Protocols to enable standardized interactions with Generative Al capabilities.
• Experience monitoring model performance in production environments to ensure reliable, efficient, scalable AI systems.
• Experience with frontier models and deep knowledge on when to fine-tune models for increased perfonnance.
• Experience developing and implementing artificial intelligence (Al) and machine learning (ML) solutions using emerging technologies such as deep learning, natural language processing, generative AI, and Agentic Al.
• Experience analyzing complex data sets to identify patterns and trends, and designs and develops Al/ML models to solve business problems.
• Understands model differences and applicability across different use cases to advise appropriate solutioning for a variety of functions.
• Ability to identify potential data security and integrity issues ahead of implementation.
• Direct IC experience.

Entry Level:

• Bachelor's degree in B-STEM with 3 years of experience OR Master's Degree in B-STEM with 0 years of experience OR associate's degree with 6 years of experience OR High-School/High School equivalency diploma with 9 years of experience.

• Compensation: $109,800 - $171,525

Journeyman Level:

• Bachelor's degree in B-STEM with 6 years of experience OR Master's Degree in B-STEM with 4 years of experience OR associate's degree with 8 years of experience OR High-School/High School equivalency diploma with 11 years of experience.

• Compensation: 132,900 - $207,750

Senior Level:

• Bachelor's degree in B-STEM with 8 years of experience OR Master's Degree in B-STEM with 6 years of experience OR associate's degree with 12 years of experience OR High-School/High School equivalency diploma with 14 years of experience.

• Compensation: $160,800 - $251,325, Compensation at Noblis is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the combination of education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, internal and external equity, location, clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. The projected compensation range for this position is based on full time status. For part time or on-call staff, compensation is proportionately adjusted based on hours worked. While monetary compensation is important, it's just one component of Noblis' total compensation package.

At Noblis we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Benefits page on our Careers site.

Noblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI and Noblis MSD, take on some of the nation's toughest challenges, delivering advanced solutions to our customers' most critical missions. We bring together leading scientific, engineering, and management expertise in a culture grounded in objectivity and collaboration, ensuring our work creates lasting impact across federal missions. We work with a broad range of government agencies in the defense, intelligence, and federal civilian sectors. Learn more and find opportunities at careers.noblis.org Why Work at Noblis At Noblis, we share a passion for excellence and innovation, and we create an environment where people can do meaningful work while maintaining the balance that keeps them energized and fulfilled. We seek out individuals with a natural curiosity and desire to collaborate and learn. We believe our people are our greatest strength, and we consistently seek exceptionally skilled, mission-driven professionals who care deeply about doing work that enriches lives and makes our nation safer. Noblis has earned numerous workplace awards for our culture, our commitment to employee well-being, and our dedication to meaningful, impactful work. We also maintain a drug-free workplace. Remote/hybrid status is subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements.