Lead Machine Learning Engineer

Job overview

Lead Machine Learning Engineer is an onsite role in Centreville, VA. The stated annual salary range is $158,000–$241,000. The role is a technical leadership position in the Learning and Active Perception group within AV’s MacCready Works division, developing computer-vision and analytics solutions for defense and commercial applications. The lead engineer directs algorithm design and development, mentors engineers, and coordinates work across teams and development stages. The role helps deliver tested and validated machine-learning capabilities while managing technical resources and project deadlines.

What you'll do

• Lead design and development of computer-vision and machine-learning algorithms
• monitor relevant research, products, and open-source projects
• advise on software infrastructure and DevOps for machine-learning needs
• implement algorithms and validate them through experiments
• analyze model errors and develop strategies to address them
• select datasets and representations and supervise data acquisition when needed
• manage hardware, data, personnel, deadlines, and coordination across teams.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

lead machine learning engineer

computer vision

machine learning

technical leadership

mentoring

deep learning

opencv

pytorch

devops

centreville va

aerovironment

u.s. citizenship required

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) with company matching
• 9/80 work schedule
• paid holiday shutdown.

Why this role

U.S. citizenship is required. The posting states frequent travel up to 40% and ability to obtain at least a Secret-level DoD clearance.

About the employer

AeroVironment is hiring for this role. Industry: Engineering Services. Sector: 54.