Senior AI Engineer (Camgian Labs)

Camgian Corporation • Huntsville, AL

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About The Position

Camgian Labs, Camgian’s advanced R&D and rapid prototyping team, is seeking a Senior AI Engineer to support space and missile defense initiatives. The role leads the design, development, and testing of AI/ML-powered prototypes and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative solutions. The engineer works directly with customers and stakeholders to translate mission requirements and concepts into impactful technologies, addresses complex technical challenges, mentors junior engineers, and contributes to thought leadership and proposal development.

Camgian’s mission is to deliver advanced AI/ML solutions that accelerate decision-making in high-stakes environments. This position supports mission-critical work with national security impact and offers collaboration with experts in AI, engineering, and data science, within a team culture focused on learning and experimentation. The role also provides opportunities for professional growth and technical leadership.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, computer engineering, statistics, applied mathematics, or a related field.
• 5+ years of professional experience in AI/ML model validation and deployment.
• Demonstrated proficiency in algorithm development and implementation using Python or similar programming languages.
• Strong mathematical background and knowledge of AI, ML, and deep learning concepts.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience interfacing with customers and stakeholders in technical environments.
• Proficiency with revision control systems such as Git, including branching, merging, and managing code repositories in a team setting.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Experience collaborating effectively as a member of remote or hybrid project teams.
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time within the United States to support customer engagements and technical exchanges.
• Eligibility to obtain or maintain a U.S. Government Security Clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s or PhD in aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, computer engineering, statistics, applied mathematics, or a related field.
• Experience with AI frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn, or OpenCV.
• Familiarity with tools such as NumPy, SciPy, Pandas, and Matplotlib.
• Experience deploying AI models in cloud environments such as AWS or Azure.
• Strong analytical skills and creative problem-solving ability.
• Understanding of Agile development methodology.
• Experience with space domain awareness, satellite operations, or space operations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and development of novel AI/ML concepts, algorithms, and techniques to advance space and missile defense capabilities.
• Lead the design, development, and testing of scalable AI/ML software prototypes for space and missile defense using large-scale datasets.
• Interface with customers and stakeholders to gather mission requirements, present technical solutions, and ensure project alignment.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and collaboration.
• Track project milestones and budgets, ensuring timely and quality outcomes.
• Support proposal-writing activities and thought leadership opportunities.
• Engage in continuous learning and professional development to stay current with AI/ML advancements, space domain technologies, and emerging R&D trends.

Benefits

• Opportunities for professional growth and technical leadership.
• Collaborate with leading experts in AI, engineering, and data science.
• Dynamic, innovative, and inclusive team culture focused on continuous learning and experimentation.
• Work on mission-critical projects that directly impact national security.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior