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Description:

You will be the AI Research Engineering- Operations (Level 2) for the AI Solutions Engineering Team. Our team is responsible for designing, developing, and deploying AI‑driven solutions that accelerate Lockheed Martin programs.

What You Will Be Doing

As the AI Research Engineering- Operations (Level 2) you will be responsible for delivering production‑grade agentic AI tools and LLM‑powered pipelines that solve real operational challenges.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Design, develop, and deploy agentic AI pipelines and LLM‑powered tools that automate complex analytical and decision‑support tasks.
• Engage directly with program and operations teams to identify pain points and define AI solution requirements.
• Participate in all phases of the system development lifecycle-from requirements generation to integration and deployment.
• Integrate LLM frameworks (e.g., LangChain, Langflow, HuggingFace, OpenAI API) with internal data sources, systems, and enterprise APIs.
• Build and maintain RESTful API services to expose AI capabilities as reusable tools across teams and programs.

Why Join Us

The ideal candidate is a collaborative problem‑solver who thrives in fast‑paced, mission‑critical environments. You will work alongside world‑class engineers, have direct impact on high‑visibility programs, and enjoy the autonomy to innovate while receiving strong support for professional growth.

We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin's comprehensive benefits package here.

Further Information About This Opportunity

This position is in Dallas. Discover more about our Dallas, Texas location.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must be able to obtain a Secret clearance.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, or other related discipline
• Proficiency in Python, including experience with ML and data libraries (e.g., Pandas, NumPy, Scikitlearn, TensorFlow OR PyTorch)
• Demonstrated experience building LLM-integrated applications or agentic AI pipelines (e.g.,

LangChain, Langflow, HuggingFace Transformers OR OpenAI API)

• Experience designing and consuming RESTful APIs
• Strong analytical and communication skills; ability to translate ambiguous operational problems into

structured technical requirements

Desired Skills:

• Master's Degree in a related discipline (e.g., Information & Data Science, Computer Science,

Systems Engineering)

• Experience working within defense manufacturing, supply chain, or quality operations
• Experience in applied research and presenting research findings to diverse audiences
• Experience with rapid prototyping and iterative development in ambiguous, fast-moving

environments

• Experience leading or mentoring small technical teams or cross-functional working groups
• Lean Six Sigma certification or equivalent process improvement background
• Active Secret clearance or higher

Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.

Clearance Level: Secret

Other Important Information You Should Know

Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.

Ability to Work Remotely: Full-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work remotely full time at a location other than a Lockheed Martin designated office/job site. Employees may travel to a Lockheed Martin office for periodic meetings.

Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.

Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week

Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $102,700 - $177,905. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.

This position is incentive plan eligible.

Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $89,300 - $157,435. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.

(Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.

This position is incentive plan eligible.

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.

The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.

At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you're invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.

Experience Level: Experienced Professional

Business Unit: MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL

Relocation Available: Possible

Career Area: Artificial Intelligence

Type: Full-Time

Shift: First