AI Architecture SME

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Program Summary

KBR’s Missile, Aviation, and Ground Systems (MAGS) division delivers mission engineering solutions for critical U.S. Army programs, specializing in aviation and ground systems, integrated air and missile defense, and threat and target systems. As a trusted partner of the U.S. Department of Defense, MAGS provides innovative, technology-driven solutions to enhance national security. With a global presence and a strong ethical framework, KBR ensures secure, effective, and mission-ready capabilities worldwide.

Job Summary

KBR is seeking an expert in the Digital Fields of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning, Cloud Computing and Data Analytics. The role will assist KBR in maturing and deploying our suite of Digital Accelerators both internally and externally to transform decision making in a Digital Environment. This role will assist KBR in developing and deploying innovative AI solutions and guiding customers across governments, industries and geographies with AI enabled solutions. This role is ideal for someone passionate about applying artificial intelligence to solve real-world problems, optimize systems, and create intelligent applications. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to design, build, and deploy AI models and systems that drive business value.

Roles and Responsibilities

This role will be responsible for the following:

• Collaborate with software engineers, data scientists, and product managers to integrate AI solutions into scalable products.
• Evaluate and select appropriate AI frameworks, tools, and technologies.
• Conduct research and stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in AI and machine learning.
• Optimize model performance and ensure robustness, scalability, and ethical use of AI.
• Document processes, models, and workflows for internal and external stakeholders.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Mathematics, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in AI/ML development, including hands-on experience with model training, evaluation, and deployment.
• Proven track record of delivering AI-powered products or solutions
• Proficiency in Python and relevant libraries (TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn, etc.).
• Strong understanding of machine learning algorithms, deep learning architectures, and statistical modeling.
• Experience with data preprocessing, feature engineering, and model tuning.
• Knowledge of software engineering best practices, version control (Git), and CI/CD workflows.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s or Ph.D. in AI, Machine Learning, or a closely related discipline is highly preferred.
• Experience working with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and MLOps pipelines is a plus.
• Familiar with DoD Digital Engineering goals and expectations Experience or familiar working in product development based teams
• Experience or familiarity with web based API development
• Experience incorporating AI/ML in languages other than Python (C#, Java, MATLAB etc.)

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture.  These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company.  That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together. 

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.