{"id":2375358,"url":"https://alion.io/job/thorsolutions-aiml-software-engineer-iii-thor-solutions-llc","title":"AI/ML Software Engineer III - THOR Solutions, LLC","company":{"id":4391544,"name":"THOR Solutions","domain":"thorsolutions.us","url":"https://alion.io/company/thorsolutions-2","size_band":"51-200","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"JazzHR","truth_index":null},"role":"AI/ML","role_family":"AI/ML","seniority":"middle","employment_type":null,"work_mode":"hybrid","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Virginia Beach, United States"],"countries":["US"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":{"min":38,"max":45,"currency":"USD","period":"hour","gross":null,"usd_annual":90000},"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":5,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[{"name":"Agile","optional":false},{"name":"Computer Vision","optional":false},{"name":"Machine Learning","optional":false},{"name":"Microsoft Office","optional":false},{"name":"Scrum","optional":false}],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-10-12T18:28:38Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-10-12","last_verified_at":"2026-10-13T16:15:45Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":1,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":1},"description":"THOR Solutions is actively seeking a Software Engineer III with a focus on AI and Machine Learning (ML) to support a contract developing an AI tool to automate the comparison process for U.S. Navy engineering drawings or “Damage Control Plates” in Virginia Beach, VA. The software engineer will be part of a team building a computer vision-based image processing pipeline that ingests two versions of the DC plates and identifies differences, and a locally deployed language model that takes output from the first component and generates draft comparison reports.\nThis position is a short-term position, anticipated to last approximately though the end of December, 2026, with possibility of further work.\nTypical Responsibilities:\nDesign, develop, and integrate a computer vision pipeline capable of ingesting, aligning, and automatically detecting differences between two versions of an engineering drawing.\nDevelop and deploy a locally hosted language model to interpret comparison output and generate structured, human-readable draft reports for engineer review.\nBuild and maintain a secure, engineer-facing web interface that allows users to review AI-generated findings, annotate results, and approve or correct comparison reports.\nImplement drawing ingestion and normalization routines supporting multiple file formats including PDF, TIFF, CGM, DXF, and JPEG.\nEnsure all software components are deployable on existing on-premise hardware with no cloud infrastructure dependency.\nProduce and maintain technical documentation including design documents, API references, and user guides.\nLocation: Hybrid work schedule. Three days/week onsite at THOR’s Virginia Beach, VA office location, and the remainder may be performed remotely/work from home.\nTravel: Up to 10% travel anticipated to sites in San Diego, CA and Philadelphia, PA.\nTypical Physical Activity: Desk/computer work in an office environment. May involve: repetitive motion.\nTypical Pay Range: The anticipated pay range for this position in the identified location(s) is $38.46 - 45.67/hour. Actual compensation offered will be based upon individual factors including education, qualifications, and experience.\nExisting SECRET Security Clearance Required: This position requires an existing active or interim Secret security clearance prior to hire. Only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance; therefore, only current U.S. citizens will be considered for this position.\nRequired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:\nBachelor’s or Master’s degree in a quantitative field of study such as engineering or mathematics (e.g., software engineering, computer engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, information technology, or information systems) from an accredited institution.In lieu of a relevant degree, other qualifications such as additional years of highly-relevant experience and/or professional certifications may be considered.\n\nCybersecurity certification such as CompTIA Security+ or similar.\nAt least five (5) years of professional experience in software engineering, including recent experience with AI/ML concepts and development.\nExperience with applying programming concepts in a professional or academic setting.\nExperience with applying modern software development methodologies (e.g. agile, DevOps/DevSecOps) in a professional or academic setting.\nProficiency with common productivity software including the Microsoft Office suite.\nExcellent communication skills.\nExperience deploying and optimizing large language models for CPU-based inference in resource-constrained environments.\nAdditional Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:\nFamiliarity with DoD or Navy IT environments, network security requirements, or working with government-managed infrastructure.\nAgile Developer certification or Certified Scrum Developer certification.\nBenefit Offerings: Along with competitive pay, THOR offers a comprehensive benefits package including:\nPaid Time Off (accrued)\nPaid Holidays\n401(k) with employer match and Traditional/Roth options\nMedical Insurance (3 plan options)\nTRICARE Supplemental Coverage for TRICARE-eligible individuals\nDental Insurance (2 plan options)\nVision Insurance Plan (2 plan options)\nHealthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)\nCommuter/Transit Benefits\nBasic Life/AD&D Insurance for employee\nAdditional Life Insurance options for employee + family\nShort-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance\nPet Benefits\nLegal Plan\nID Theft Protection Plan\nEmployee Assistant Plan and Work-Life Program\nVoluntary Leave Transfer Program\nTuition Reimbursement Program\nEmployee Referral Program\nPlease be aware that many of our positions require an existing security clearance or the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. Applicants to cleared positions who lack clearance eligibility will not be considered.\nFounded in 2009, THOR Solutions, LLC (THOR) is a rapidly growing Center for Veteran’s Excellence (CVE) verified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) providing mission critical support across the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, federal civilian agencies and commercial maritime industry, worldwide. THOR provides innovative and tailored expertise in multidisciplinary engineering, project and program management, business and financial management, technical support, integrated logistics support, training support, fleet support, corporate operations support, assessments and studies. THOR is privileged to deliver service solutions to the nation’s most complex military, public sector and industry challenges.\nTHOR is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. THOR considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. 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