Forge AI​/Machine Learning Engineer Senior - Dallas, Tx

Overview

Description: You will be the A/AI Machine Learning Engineer Sr for The Forge team. Our team delivers end-to-end AI/ML solutions that transform raw data into actionable insights for Lockheed Martin Missiles & Fire Control programs.

What You Will Be Doing

As the A/AI Machine Learning Engineer Sr you will be responsible for leading technical execution of high-visibility AI projects and delivering measurable value to customers.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Design, develop, and deploy AI/ML pipelines that address engineering, manufacturing, and business-operations challenges (e.g., test-point reduction, automated calibration, AI-enhanced document search, computer-vision inspection).
• Build and implement edge-deployed AI/ML solutions for classified, air-gapped environments.
• Lead cross-functional solution teams using a consulting-style project framework, coordinating engineering design, production, and business operations.
• Partner directly with program customers to define value-driven outcomes and deliver measurable results (cost, labor, yield, schedule).
• Own the full Dev Ops lifecycle—CI/CD, containerization, model monitoring, and governance—for secure, high-assurance AI in defense systems.

Why Join Us

We are looking for a collaborative, purpose-driven professional who thrives on turning complex data into high-impact solutions that keep the warfighter safe and advance aerospace innovation. This role offers high visibility, direct influence on mission-critical programs, and a clear path for career growth within a world-class aerospace organization.

We are committed to supporting your work-life balance and overall well-being, offering flexible 4-day×10-hour schedules. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.

Further Information About This Opportunity

This position is in Dallas. Discover more about our Dallas, Texas location.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN–This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must be able to obtain a secret clearance. A company-sponsored interim secret clearance is required to start.

Basic Qualifications:

• Master's or Ph.D. degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Data Science, Applied Mathematics, Engineering, Physics or a related field
• Must be a US Citizen and have the ability to obtain a Department of Defense Secret Clearance
• AI/ML research and development, with a strong background in machine learning, deep learning, and generative AI such as LLMs
• Proficiency with Python and agentic IDEs
• Experience with AI/ML frameworks and libraries, including Tensor Flow, PyTorch, and MCPs
• Must have the ability to lay out technical roadmaps and communicate those plans and solutions to both highly technical and non-technical stakeholders

Desired

Skills:

• Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to build effective working relationships
• Strong problem-solving mindset with the ability to create solutions to difficult problems often requiring integration of conflicting and, at times, ambiguous or incomplete data on a rapid schedule
• Excellent technical and executive communication skills
• Experience with AI/ML ethics, fairness, and transparency
• Strong understanding of statistical modeling, machine learning techniques, agentic systems and LLMs
• Experience in full AI System solutioning including but not limited to, MLOps, retrieval systems, security, frontend UX/UI design, reliability, evaluation and verification

Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.

Clearance Level: Secret

Other Important Information You Should Know

Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.

Ability to Work Remotely: Part-time Remote Telework:
The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.…