Senior AI​/ML Engineer

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, Tensor Flow, 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.

• Communicate effectively in both written and verbal form with peers & decision makers
• Demonstrate initiative when faced with limited guidance or ambiguous req uirements
• AI/ML expertise in Python
• Expertise in OPIR image processing and data exploitation

• 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.

• Doctor of Philosophy in AI/ML scientific discipline
• Eight (8) years of 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 Git Flow and Git Ops workflows using team repository (Git Hub / Gitlab / etc.)

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.

• Flexible time off totaling 36 days / year. No approvals required.
• 100% 401(k) 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 $3,000 / year. Treat yourself with the newest gadgets or athletic gear. No approvals required.
• Annual profit sharing as 401(k) contribution. No set percent and dependent on annual company performance. Benefit is above and beyond 401(k) match.
• Windows or Mac Book laptop and well-equipped office spaces for optimal productivity in office and on-the-go.