AI Engineer - Intermediate - Team Lead

ASRC Federal is a leading government contractor furthering missions in space, public health and defense. As an Alaska Native owned corporation, our work helps secure an enduring future for our shareholders. Join our team and discover why we are a top veteran employer and Certified Great Place to Work™


JOB DESCRIPTION
ASRC Federal is looking for an experienced AI Engineer – Intermediate to support their work with the U.S. Army Contracting Command (ACC) Chief Information Officer (CIO) G6 at Redstone Arsenal, AL. The AI Engineer will lead a small, focused team consisting of an AI engineer and a Data Architect supporting the development and implementation of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) tools across ACC. These tools will enhance decision-making, optimize workflows, improve communication, and automate key project management functions.
The engineer will lead cross-functional collaboration efforts with data scientists, cybersecurity experts, and subject matter experts. The candidate will also support the Program Manager in task execution oversight, ensuring deliverables are timely, accurate, and aligned with the contract’s performance standards. Solutions will leverage AI technologies such as Palantir Foundry, Microsoft Copilot, and other enterprise AI platforms.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Lead an AI/ML team supporting enterprise-wide automation, analytics, and insight initiatives
• Support the Program Manager in performance monitoring, compliance with training requirements, and team task tracking
• Coordinate technical delivery of AI solutions aligned to mission-specific use cases
• Design, develop, train, and optimize machine learning models for real-world application
• Evaluate model performance and implement improvements based on user and system feedback
• Analyze and preprocess large datasets for use in AI/ML pipelines
• Deploy AI/ML models in secure, on-premises environments, ensuring performance and scalability
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define project requirements and refine solutions for maximum impact
• Use platforms such as Palantir Foundry and Microsoft Copilot to create actionable insights and automation tools
• Draft documentation and provide guidance on AI usage to non-technical users
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Minimum of 3 years of experience working in AI/ML.
• Minimum 1 year experience leading teams in technical or engineering environments.
• Experience with:
◦ Microsoft Office Suite
◦ AI/ML platforms such as Palantir Foundry, Microsoft Copilot, or similar enterprise tools
◦ Model development, training, optimization, and deployment
◦ Preprocessing and analyzing large data sets
• Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to manage and guide technical teams
• Ability to define and document AI/ML use cases in coordination with stakeholders
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Experience leading AI/ML initiatives within DoD or federal government environments
• Familiarity with Agile development and MLOps practices
• Exposure to Python-based ML libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, scikit-learn, PyTorch)
• Experience integrating AI models into enterprise software systems

CLEARANCE LEVEL
• SECRET Clearance

EDUCATION REQUIRMENTS
• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Information Systems, or Computer Science from an ABET-accredited or CAE-designated institution
CERTIFICATION
• Security+ Required
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
• This role is 100% on-site at Redstone Arsenal, AL.


We invest in the lives of our employees, both in and out of the workplace, by providing competitive pay and benefits packages. Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law.

EEO Statement
ASRC Federal and its Subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, color, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, religion, marital status, ancestry, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.