Senior AI ML Software Engineer TS SCI

Hiring! Senior AI ML Software Engineer TS SCI

Location: Aurora, Colorado

Pay: $95-$105/hour

We are seeking a Senior AI ML Software Engineer with an active TS SCI clearance to support advanced space and defense programs. This role will focus on the development of mission-critical software supporting satellite ground systems, satellite planning and scheduling functions, and next-generation AI and machine learning capabilities.

The ideal candidate will have experience developing software in secure environments, working with modern cloud and containerized architectures, and applying AI ML technologies to complex mission systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead AI and machine learning architecture and implementation efforts
• Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain software supporting satellite ground systems
• Develop applications used for satellite planning and scheduling operations
• Collaborate with software engineers, architects, and technical leaders in an Agile environment
• Build and maintain applications using Java, Python, and JavaScript
• Support microservices and cloud-based architectures
• Work within containerized development environments utilizing Docker, Kubernetes, and Kafka
• Participate throughout the full software development lifecycle

Required Qualifications

• Active TS SCI security clearance
• Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or related field
• 8+ years of relevant software engineering experience
• Experience with agentic AI, multi-agent systems, or other AI ML technologies
• Strong software development experience using Java, Python, and JavaScript
• Experience supporting satellite ground systems or satellite planning and scheduling software
• Experience utilizing Docker, Kubernetes, and Kafka
• U.S. Citizenship required

Preferred Qualifications

• SAFe Agile methodology experience
• DevSecOps experience
• CI CD pipeline experience
• Test automation experience
• Experience with Spring Boot
• Experience with Jenkins
• Experience with Jira and Confluence
• Experience with JUnit
• Experience with Eclipse

Ideal Backgrounds

Candidates coming from aerospace, defense, intelligence, space systems, satellite operations, command and control systems, missile defense, or national security programs are highly desired.

What You'll Gain

• The opportunity to support advanced space and defense missions
• Exposure to cutting-edge AI and ML technologies
• Work within modern cloud and containerized software environments
• Collaboration with highly experienced engineering teams developing next-generation mission systems

This is a Contract position based out of Aurora, CO.

The pay range for this position is $95.00 - $105.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a Contract position based out of Aurora, CO.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 5, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Aurora,CO.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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