Senior AI and Decision Engineer

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Why choose between doing meaningful work and having a fulfilling life? At MITRE, you can have both. MITRE people are committed to tackling the nation’s toughest challenges. We operate as a not‑for‑profit corporation, focusing on public interest and eliminating commercial conflicts. Our R&D centers impact cybersecurity, healthcare, aviation, defense, and enterprise transformation. We offer competitive benefits, exceptional professional development, and a culture of innovation that embraces adaptability, collaboration, technical excellence, and partnership.

Our AI‑enhanced Discovery and Decisions department needs an Artificial Intelligence and Decision Engineer passionate about AI, algorithms, and decision-making. The ideal candidate has expertise in machine learning—including deep learning and reinforcement learning—and one or more of: large language models (LLM), generative and agentic AI, decision science, human‑machine teaming, cognitive science, AI testing and evaluation, multi‑agent systems, knowledge‑based reasoning, automated planning, semantics, and ontologies.

• Work in cross‑functional teams to develop and implement AI‑enhanced decision systems that leverage large language model technology.
• Apply modern AI and engineering techniques to develop decision‑support software prototypes, based on workflow and operational needs.
• Propose and execute novel, cutting‑edge research in AI‑enhanced decision systems.
• Evaluate AI solutions against sponsor requirements and produce actionable recommendations.
• Lead projects or small teams to solve complex decision problems for our sponsors.

• Minimum 5 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related engineering discipline, or 3 years and a Master’s degree, or a PhD with relevant experience.
• Hands‑on experience with machine learning (deep learning and reinforcement learning) and one or more of: large language models (LLM), generative and agentic AI, decision science, human‑machine teaming, cognitive science, AI testing and evaluation, multi‑agent systems, knowledge‑based reasoning, automated planning, semantics, and ontologies.
• Ability to articulate challenges in high‑stakes decision making with AI and identify gaps.
• Ability to learn new technologies, techniques, processes, languages, platforms, and systems independently.
• Experience working as a member of cross‑functional teams.
• Programming experience in C++ and Python.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. government DoD Secret clearance.
• Position requires a minimum of 50% hybrid on‑site.

• Demonstrated recent experience with large language models.
• Experience with testing and evaluation of AI systems, explainable AI, or strategic AI adoption.
• Hands‑on experience with development and deployment of AI‑enhanced decision system prototypes.
• Keen interest in rapidly responding to new problems across diverse domains.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to articulate technical concepts to lay and expert audiences.
• Active DoD Secret clearance.

Minimum required:
DoD Secret (within one year of hire).

$143,600 – $179,500 – $215,400 annual.

Hybrid.

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