Systems /ML

Position Overview

The AI/ML Systems Engineer role at woodcons.com is based in Linthicum, Maryland, USA. This is a full‑time, day shift position with no telework available. Compensation: $120,000 to $205,000 per year (starting salary is based on minimum education and years of experience, with increases based on further education and/or experience). Interested candidates should submit their resume detailing their qualifications and experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Engineer solutions across systems‑of‑systems, collaborating with government and technical stakeholders to translate CONOPS and high‑level architectures into actionable requirements and designs.
• Build document parsing and data processing pipelines for unstructured/semi‑structured sources using tools such as Apache Tika and PDFMiner.
• Develop and evaluate NLP/ML models (using TensorFlow or PyTorch) in Python/R, delivering both qualitative and quantitative analytics with clear data visualizations.
• Create and maintain technical documentation (architecture/design documents, interface controls), and support integration and test planning.
• Communicate findings and trade‑offs to program personnel, government overseers, and senior executives.

Required Qualifications

• Systems Engineer Level 1: Bachelor’s degree in System Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or a related discipline, plus 7 years of experience in programs of similar scope.
• Systems Engineer Level 2: Bachelor’s degree as noted above with 14 years of relevant experience.
• Systems Engineer Level 3: Bachelor’s degree as noted above with 20 years of relevant experience.
• Note: Five (5) years of additional Systems Engineering experience may substitute for a bachelor's degree.
• Proficiency in Python and/or R, with hands‑on experience using TensorFlow or PyTorch.
• Experience with data extraction tools such as Apache Tika and PDFMiner.
• Background in requirements analysis, architecture/design, interface definition, and the use of verification methods in a complex systems‑of‑systems context.
• Strong qualitative/quantitative analytics skills, with the ability to effectively communicate results through dashboards and visualizations.
• Security Clearance: Must be a U.S. Citizen with an active TS/SCI Security Clearance and Polygraph.

Benefits & Perks

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) with company match.
• Paid Time Off: Generous PTO policy including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for training, certifications, and career advancement.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible work schedules and remote work options.
• Wellness Programs: Employee assistance programs, wellness initiatives, and gym membership discounts.