AI Solutions Engineer - JobID-0230

About the role

About The Role:
Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT), a leading defense technology company, is seeking an AI Solutions Developer to be part of our Missile Defense team and based out of our Mount Laurel, NJ, Arlington, VA or San Diego, CA locations.
Clearance & Location Requirements:
All applicants must be able to obtain/maintain an active Secret U.S. Security Clearance.
This is an on-site position. Requiring at least 5 days in office, based out of our Arlington, VA, San Diego, CA or Mt. Laurel, NJ location.

What You Will Do:
Apply AI technologies to improve productivity, decision-making, and automation across engineering and business functions
Research, evaluate, and prototype AI tools, frameworks, and platforms to address internal operational challenges
Implement practical AI-enabled solutions that integrate into existing workflows and systems
Collaborate with internal stakeholders across engineering, security, program management, and business teams to understand problems and deliver impactful solutions
Integrate AI capabilities into existing development and operational processes while ensuring usability, reliability, and maintainability
Support internal adoption of AI technologies by providing guidance, demonstrations, and knowledge sharing
Guide the organization on emerging AI trends, platforms, and best practices
Work closely with security and compliance teams to ensure AI solutions meet relevant policies and regulations, particularly in sensitive and classified environments
Continuously evaluate and refine AI adoption strategies to align with evolving business needs and technology landscapes

Who You Are (Required):
3+ years of professional software or technical experience
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
U.S. citizenship
Ability to travel up to 10% as needed
Strong understanding and experience in applying of modern AI technologies—particularly large language models (LLMs), generative AI tools, and AI-assisted development workflows—and practical approaches for integrating them into real-world systems
Experience designing and implementing technical solutions that leverage AI technologies to improve productivity, automation, or decision-making
Ability to rapidly prototype and evaluate new technologies to determine their potential value to the organization
Understanding of secure software development practices and AI-specific security considerations
Familiarity working within environments that require strong security and compliance controls
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to independently define requirements, scope initiatives, and deliver practical solutions
Strong communication skills, including the ability to explain complex technical concepts to diverse audiences
Demonstrated ability to collaborate across engineering, security, compliance, and business teams
Comfortable balancing innovation with security, compliance, and operational constraints

What Makes You Stand Out:
Knowledge of Naval tactical systems like Aegis, SSDS, SLQ-32, or other similar systems
Familiarity with MLOps practices such as model lifecycle management, monitoring, and CI/CD integration
Experience integrating AI capabilities into DevSecOps or CI/CD pipelines
Hands-on experience deploying AI-enabled tools or applications into production environments
Experience working with generative AI technologies, large language models, or natural language processing tools
Knowledge of NIST 800-53, DISA STIGs and Risk Management Framework processes, or other compliance frameworks specifically on AI systems
Experience working in defense, government, or other mission-critical domains
Experience evaluating emerging technologies and guiding organizational adoption
Understanding of change management strategies for introducing new technologies into established workflows
If you see yourself reflected in this role and are excited about the impact you could make, we encourage you to apply! If you know someone who may be a great fit, please feel free to share this opportunity with your network.
Pay Range*: $90,000 - $150,000 or $114,000 - $184,000 This amount may not be reflective of actual compensation that may be earned as pay is dependent on a candidate’s experience, skills, and education. The posted range does not include bonuses, commissions, tips, or other benefits. IDT is often looking to place multiple candidates at various levels. Therefore, more than one pay range has been included, commensurate with experience.