Senior AI Solutions Engineer - JobID-0287

Innovative Defense Technologies • Full-time • Mount Laurel Township, New Jersey, United States • $135k - $273k / year • 3d ago

Senior AI Solutions Engineer - JobID-0287

Department: Engineering

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Mount Laurel, NJ

Compensation: $135,000 - $273,000 / year

Description

About The Role:

Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT), a leading defense technology company, is seeking a Senior AI Solutions Engineer to be part of our Missile Defense team and based out of our Mount Laurel, NJ, Arlington, VA or San Diego, CA locations.

Clearance & Location Requirements:

All applicants must be able to obtain/maintain an active Secret U.S. Security Clearance.
This is an on-site position. Requiring at least 5 days in office, based out of our Mt. Laurel, NJ location.

Key Responsibilities

What You Will Do:

Apply AI technologies to improve productivity, decision-making, and automation across engineering and business functions
Research, evaluate, and prototype AI tools, frameworks, and platforms to address internal operational challenges
Implement practical AI-enabled solutions that integrate into existing workflows and systems
Collaborate with internal stakeholders across engineering, security, program management, and business teams to understand problems and deliver impactful solutions
Integrate AI capabilities into existing development and operational processes while ensuring usability, reliability, and maintainability
Support internal adoption of AI technologies by providing guidance, demonstrations, and knowledge sharing
Guide the organization on emerging AI trends, platforms, and best practices
Work closely with security and compliance teams to ensure AI solutions meet relevant policies and regulations, particularly in sensitive and classified environments
Continuously evaluate and refine AI adoption strategies to align with evolving business needs and technology landscapes

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

Who You Are (Required):

7+ years of professional software or technical experience
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
U.S. citizenship
Ability to travel up to 10% as needed
Strong understanding and experience in applying of modern AI technologies—particularly large language models (LLMs), generative AI tools, and AI-assisted development workflows—and practical approaches for integrating them into real-world systems
Lead designing and implementing technical solutions that leverage AI technologies to improve productivity, automation, or decision-making
Ability to rapidly prototype and evaluate new technologies to determine their potential value to the organization
Understanding of secure software development practices and AI-specific security considerations
Familiarity working within environments that require strong security and compliance controls
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to independently define requirements, scope initiatives, and deliver practical solutions
Strong communication skills, including the ability to explain complex technical concepts to diverse audiences
Demonstrated ability to collaborate across engineering, security, compliance, and business teams
Comfortable balancing innovation with security, compliance, and operational constraints

What Makes You Stand Out:

Knowledge of Naval tactical systems like Aegis, SSDS, SLQ-32, or other similar systems
Familiarity with MLOps practices such as model lifecycle management, monitoring, and CI/CD integration
Experience integrating AI capabilities into DevSecOps or CI/CD pipelines
Hands-on experience deploying AI-enabled tools or applications into production environments
Experience working with generative AI technologies, large language models, or natural language processing tools
Knowledge of NIST 800-53, DISA STIGs and Risk Management Framework processes, or other compliance frameworks specifically on AI systems
Experience working in defense, government, or other mission-critical domains
Experience evaluating emerging technologies and guiding organizational adoption
Understanding of change management strategies for introducing new technologies into established workflows
Demonstrated ability to mentor and guide junior engineers.

If you see yourself reflected in this role and are excited about the impact you could make, we encourage you to apply! If you know someone who may be a great fit, please feel free to share this opportunity with your network.

Pay Range*: $135,000 - $231,000 or $164,000 - $273,000
*Pursuant to New Jersey Senate Bill 2310 IDT is required to disclose the “pay scale” or “pay range” associated with a job posting. Notably, however, this amount may not be reflective of actual compensation that may be earned as pay is dependent on a candidate’s experience, skills, and education. The posted range does not include bonuses, commissions, tips, or other benefits. Click here for additional information about Senate Bill 2310. IDT is often looking to place multiple candidates at various levels. Therefore, more than one pay range has been included, commensurate with experience.

Job Benefits

Why Work at Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT):

IDT is a growing company with a vibrant, entrepreneurial culture. We are headquartered in Arlington, VA with additional offices in Fall River, MA; Mount Laurel, NJ; and San Diego, CA. At each location, our employees work together in a modern, snack-filled, and social office space, designing innovative solutions for our defense industry customers. We offer employees competitive pay and benefits including:

Generous benefits package
Competitive PTO
Paid holidays
401(k) with immediate vesting and matching
9/80 optional schedule (2nd and 4th Friday off every month)
Tuition Assistance Reimbursement Program
Professional Development Resources
Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits
Organization-Wide Monthly Tech Connect Events
Annual Employee Recognition Awards
Regular Social Events and Catered Lunches

EEO Statement:

IDT is an Equal Opportunity employer.

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