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Senior Machine Learning Engineer I

Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company building rockets, spacecraft and components for scientific, commercial and national security missions. The Optical Systems division in Chantilly delivers advanced electro-optical and infrared sensing solutions; they are seeking a Senior Machine Learning Engineer I to develop, validate and deploy ML and computer vision models for real-world ISR and space payload applications.

Skills

  • Proficiency in Python and strong software engineering practices
  • Experience with deep learning frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow)
  • Strong background in classical and deep learning approaches (model selection, training, validation, deployment)
  • Familiarity with computer vision tasks: detection, segmentation, re-identification, tracking, super-resolution
  • Ability to prototype quickly and integrate algorithms into operational systems
  • Active TS/SCI U.S. Government security clearance

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with researchers to design and implement ML, AI, and computer vision algorithms
  • Rapidly prototype and transition models and algorithms into operational systems
  • Develop, test, validate, optimize, and deploy advanced exploitation algorithms
  • Troubleshoot, maintain, and improve existing codebases to ensure stability and robustness
  • Contribute strong programming practices and write production-quality code
  • Support travel or off-site work as required and perform other duties as assigned

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, electrical/computer engineering, physics, or related field (required)
  • Master’s degree or PhD in a relevant discipline (preferred)

Benefits

  • Competitive health, dental, and vision coverage
  • Retirement savings plan (401k) and employer contributions
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Professional development and training opportunities
  • Employee assistance programs and other standard corporate benefits
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DATE POSTED
September 30, 2025
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