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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Associate AI Software Engineer/ AI Software Engineer - **Company:** Northrop Grumman - **Location:** Dayton, OH, United States - **Salary:** $83,800.0 - $125,800.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Computing Platforms, Computer Vision, Data Cleansing, Data Fusion, Software Debugging, Decision Support Systems, Linux, DevOps, Graph Database, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Pattern Recognition, Tensorflow, Robotic Automation Software, Sensor Fusion, Signal Processing, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, Unstructured Data, Pytorch, Large Language Models, Prompt Engineering, Deep Learning, Model Validation, Keras, SC Clearance, Containerization, Scikit Learn, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Modeling and Simulation, Machine Learning Operations, Natural Language Understanding, Software Version Control, Devsecops, Natural Language Generation, Microservices - **Published:** September 27, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3400543247&tx=KR3131FFP&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54 ## About the Role * Associate AI Software Engineer (Level 1): Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related STEM field with 0 years of relevant experience; an additional 4 years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. * AI Software Engineer (Level 2): Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related STEM field with 2 years of relevant experience, or master's degree in Computer Science or a related STEM field with 0 years of relevant experience; an additional 4 years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. * Experience implementing AI/ML models or algorithms (e.g., deep learning, transformer models, or LLMs). * Experience with at least one major AI/ML framework, such as PyTorch , TensorFlow , Keras , or Scikit-learn . * Experience working with data for ML , including data preparation , training , and model evaluation . * Software development experience in Python or a similar language, including use of source control. * Experience building or integrating AI/ML functionality into applications or services * Must have an active Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI security clearance with CI Poly, * Active TS/SCI clearance with CI Poly * Experience with AWS or other commercial cloud computing platforms. * Experience with microservice architectures and related practices, including containerization and container orchestration technologies. * Familiarity with explainable AI, adversarial AI, active learning, and third-wave AI approaches. * Familiarity with DevOps, DevSecOps, and/or MLOps concepts and workflows. * Familiarity with Linux-based operating systems. * Experience working independently to plan and execute technical tasks. * Hands-on experience with LLMs (e.g., prompt design/engineering, use of LLM development frameworks, fine-tuning, or model quantization). * Experience with modeling and simulation. * Experience using vector databases and/or graph databases. ## Description The Northrop Grumman C2 & Weapons Integration (CWI) Artificial Intelligence (AI) Center of Excellence in Beavercreek, Ohio is seeking an AI Software Engineer. This role supports research and development in areas including Large Language Models (LLMs), natural language processing (NLP), natural language understanding (NLU), natural language generation (NLG), AI-based decision-making, sensor fusion, data fusion, computer vision, and image processing, with a focus on responsible and explainable AI., * Define, develop, and deliver mathematical and statistical models and algorithms to address prediction, optimization, and classification problems. * Apply machine learning algorithms to large structured and unstructured datasets for use cases such as autonomy, pattern recognition, target detection and tracking, recommendation and decision support systems, signals processing, and robotic systems. * Design, develop, document, test, debug, and deploy AI/ML applications. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deploy AI/ML solutions in development and production environments. * Prepare and present technical progress and results to internal and external stakeholders. ## Related Videos - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [Machine learning in the browser with TensorFlowjs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/155-machine-learning-in-the-browser-with-tensorflowjs) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [The Software Engineer 2030: From Coder To AI Orchestrator? - Patrick Schnell](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1825-the-software-engineer-2030-from-coder-to-ai-orchestrator-patrick-schnell) - [#90DaysOfDevOps - The DevOps Learning Journey](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/548-90daysofdevops-the-devops-learning-journey) - [DevOps Maturity Check – a way to balance autonomy and alignment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/58-devops-maturity-check-a-way-to-balance-autonomy-and-alignment) ## Related Articles - [How to Become an AI Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/331-how-to-become-an-ai-engineer) - [MLOps And AI Driven Development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/82-mlops-and-ai-driven-development) - [What Are Large Language Models?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/304-what-are-large-language-models) - [Got AI ideas but no money? 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