Awetomaton is seeking a Senior AI / ML Engineer to support existing customers at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Dayton, Ohio. In this role you will use your OPIR domain expertise to identify salient features for development of new AI/ML models. You will use Python and appropriate AI/ML libraries (PyTorch, TensorFlow, etc.) to develop and mature R&D exploitation capabilities. The ideal candidate will possess a MS degree or higher in AI / ML field with 10-15 years of experience. This position will largely be performed from WPAFB. Active Top Secret security clearance required.
Criteria for success
- Communicate effectively in both written and verbal form with peers & decision makers
- Demonstrate initiative when faced with limited guidance or ambiguous requirements
- AI/ML expertise in Python
- Expertise in OPIR image processing and data exploitation
Required Experience and Skills
- Master of Science in AI/ML scientific discipline
- Ten (10) years of minimum experience developing AI/ML algorithms for object identification / classification
- Ten (10) years of experience creating AI/ML solutions in Python (e.g. PyTorch, Tensor Flow)
- Five (5) years of minimum experience in OPIR among of a mix of processing, exploitation, and analysis algorithm development
- Five (5) years of minimum experience with Container Technology (Docker / podman / etc.)
- Mastery of software configuration management using Git.
Desired Education and Experience
- Doctor of Philosophy in AI/ML scientific discipline
- Eight (8) years of experience in OPIR among of a mix of processing, exploitation, and analysis algorithm development
- Five (5) years of PyTorch expertise
- Expertise developing modular, reusable software via strong Object-Oriented Software development practices
- Experience following GitFlow and GitOps workflows using team repository (GitHub / Gitlab / etc.)
About Awetomaton
We build software that enables humans to make informed decisions from raw intel data, with a specialization in satellite collection. We are a Dayton-based defense startup that believes there is a critical skill & culture gap - one we are filling with high-output, mission focused engineering talent. Results matter to our customers. We've never lost a customer because we deliver what they need. Awetomaton is where you do work that matters with a passionate team in an environment that inspires your creativity.
Benefits
We provide industry leading benefits that balance your health & wellbeing today, as well as lay a solid financial future into retirement. Highlights of our benefit plan include:
- Flexible time off totaling 36 days / year. No approvals required.
- 100% 401k company match up to IRS annual limits. This is a benefit of up to $23,500 for 2025.
- Health plan through Blue Cross Blue Shield with Health Savings Account (HSA). We pay 95% of employee premiums including family plans.
- Employee favorite: Tech and Wellness reimbursement of $3000 / year. Treat yourself with the newest gadgets or athletic gear. No approvals required.
- Annual profit sharing as 401k contribution. No set percent and dependent on annual company performance. Benefit is above and beyond 401k match.
- Windows or MacBook laptop and well-equipped office spaces for optimal productivity in office and on-the-go.
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