AI and ML Engineer

Booz Allen Hamilton

. Build agentic systems . Fine tune models . Build reinforcement learning environments . Apply best-fit AI models and technologies to mission-critical solutions . Contribute to the direction of mission-critical solutions

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeMcLean • Virginia • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $55,200 - $126,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in building and fine-tuning generative AI systems and reinforcement learning environments, with a strong ability to apply AI models to solve complex problems for the intelligence community. Proficient in communicating technical solutions to diverse stakeholders and navigating security requirements for government systems.

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Experience With LLMsGenerative AI SystemsDeep Learning FrameworksTS/SCI ClearanceCloud Certifications

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Hard Skills

PythonReinforcement LearningAI FrameworksModel Fine-TuningGenerative AI TrainingProduction DeploymentAI Strategy DevelopmentProblem MappingSecurity Requirements KnowledgeDesign Patterns

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunication

Tools & Technologies

LangGraphMCPA2APyTorchKeras

Certifications & Qualifications

TS/SCI ClearanceAWS Certified AI Practitioner Certification

Industry Keywords

Intelligence CommunityMission-Critical SolutionsCustomer-Focused SolutionsGovernment Systems

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSCloudKerasPythonPyTorchSpringTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build agentic systems
Fine tune models
Build reinforcement learning environments
Apply best-fit AI models and technologies to mission-critical solutions
Contribute to the direction of mission-critical solutions
Collaborate with product teams, data engineers, and government stakeholders
Help clients navigate AI algorithms, tools, and frameworks
Solve real-world challenges and define AI strategy for the intelligence community
Deliver customer-focused solutions for the federal government

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience working with LLMs, generative AI systems, or agentic frameworks
Knowledge of AI frameworks, supporting tools, and design patterns such as LangGraph, MCP, or A2A
Ability to map AI solutions onto customer problems
TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph required
Scheduled to obtain a Bachelor's degree by Spring 2027
Experience training generative AI systems
Experience communicating technical solutions to non-technical stakeholders
Experience deploying generative AI systems into production environments
Experience working in the Intelligence Community
Experience with a deep learning framework such as PyTorch or Keras
Knowledge of Python
Knowledge of security requirements for production code in government systems
Ability to translate general user requirements into actionable tasks
Master's degree in a Technology field preferred
Doctorate degree in a Technology field a plus
Cloud Certifications such as AWS Certified AI Practitioner Certification

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health benefits
Life insurance
Disability benefits
Financial benefits
Retirement benefits
Paid leave
Professional development
Tuition assistance
Work-life programs
Dependent care
Recognition awards program for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of company values
Identity verification process with advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence
Full-time employees and part-time employees working at least 20 hours per week are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs