Procurement AI Engineer

Description:Lockheed Martin's Supply Chain Analytics and Affordability (SCAA) Team is looking for a experienced AI Engineer to support Corporate Procurement Operations. The individual must have a desire to work in a fast-paced environment, tackling both technical and business challenges in collaboration with cross-functional counterparts across the Enterprise. This person will work closely with the LM Data and AI offices to explore and develop AI capabilities specific to Supply Chain needs.

This person will:
- Be involved in the inception of ideas and drive the development cycles from prototype through production ready AI technology to advanced Supply Chain capabilities
- Serve as the algorithm expert with up-to-date knowledge on modern AI research
- Implements GenAI solutions to increase efficiency of Procurement and Sourcing processes
- Applies latest research on AI algorithms and trains machine learning / deep learning models to solve a variety of problems
- Optimizes the performance of AI algorithms, applications, and platforms
- Creates production grade AI applications to enable and enhance Procurement processes
- Develops and documents algorithm and implementation requirements
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, or related field
- Proficient in programming languages such as Python or R
- Experience with machine learning algorithms and deep learning frameworks such as TensorFlow and PyTorch
- Strong understanding of neural networks, computer vision, natural language processing, and/or reinforcement learning
- Experience in LLMs, RAG architecture, and GenAI
- Ability to design, develop, and deploy AI and machine learning solutions.
- Proficiency in data processing and analysis using tools such as SQL, R, and/or Pandas.
- US Citizenship
Desired Skills:
- Experience transitioning modern AI solutions from prototype to production, particularly GenAI solutions
- Knowledge of LM supply chain processes and data
- Knowledge of SAP ERP Systems, Applications and Processes and data constructs
- Ability to coordinate efforts across multiple technical teams
Clearance Level: None
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 $152,900 - $264,960. 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 $132,900 - $234,370. 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: ENTERPRISE BUSINESS SERVICES
Relocation Available: No
Career Area: Information Technology
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First