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AI Data Engineering Manager

General Dynamics

Falls Church, VA
Full Time
Director
146k-198k
15 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

Join GDIT and be part of the Unified Claims Acceleration Platform (UCAP) solution, where your work accelerates claims processing for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), our Veteran-first vision to transform the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) into a paperless, AI-enabled organization. Together, we're building a future of fast, transparent claims, empowered teams, and a zero backlog, directly supporting Veterans and making a real impact on the lives of those who served. As an AI Data Engineering Manager, you will lead the AI and Agentic AI solution for UCAP, defining data design patterns for building and maturing large language models (LLMs), working closely with Business Analysts and Solution Architects to implement and calibrate AI solutions, and supporting the establishment of AI performance baselines to improve accuracy.

Key Responsibilities

  • Leads a team of Data Scientists to implement AI and Agentic AI to achieve desired business outcomes through UCAP.
  • Utilizes machine learning based tools to monitor and analyze model performance.
  • Utilizes advanced tools and computational skills to interpret, connect, predict, and make discoveries in complex data and deliver recommendations for business and analytic decisions.
  • Evaluates the effectiveness and accuracy of new data sources and gathering techniques.
  • Develops data-driven solutions for difficult business challenges.
  • Collaborates with all Scrum Teams to integrate AI and Agentic AI into the workflow functionality for UCAP.
  • Reviews test results for compliance against desired VBA outcomes.
  • Uses professional judgment, critical thinking skills, and research to improve processes and resolve issues affecting program performance.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in business related field, engineering, or a related scientific or technical discipline with at least 10+ years of experience.
  • Must have 5+ years of experience performing statistical analysis, including predictive analytics and broader data science tools to include AI.
  • Must have 4+ years of data modeling support.
  • Must have 2+ years of leading a team in data analytics.
  • Programming skills in R, Python, Java, or Scala.
  • Understanding and experience with Agile & Lean principles & methodologies for incremental development and deployment.
  • Must be able to obtain a Position of Trust and successfully pass a thorough Government background screening process requiring detailed forms and fingerprinting.

Nice to Have

  • Strong knowledge of AI and Agentic AI.
  • Attributes for success include critical thinking skills to resolve operational issues, identify risks and mitigation, and outstanding written and verbal communication skills.

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of related experience.
  • Experience with statistical analysis, predictive analytics, and data science tools.
  • Experience supporting data modeling.
  • Experience leading a team in data analytics.
  • Programming skills in R, Python, Java, or Scala.

Benefits & Perks

  • Medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts.
  • Dental and vision plan options.
  • 401(k) plan with company match.
  • Paid time off including vacation, sick, personal days, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement, and jury duty leave.
  • Disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness, and business travel and accident insurance.
  • Flexible work weeks where possible.

Working at General Dynamics

We are GDIT, a global technology and professional services company delivering consulting, technology, and mission services to major U.S. government agencies, defense, and intelligence communities. Our 30,000 experts leverage technology to create value and deliver innovative solutions across 50 countries, focusing on digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber, and application development. We strive to create a safer, smarter world through deep expertise and advanced technology.

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Job Details

Posted AtJul 11, 2025
Job CategoryData Engineering
Salary146k-198k
Job TypeFull Time
Work ModeRemote
ExperienceDirector

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About General Dynamics

Website

gd.com

Location

Falls Church, VA

Industry

Aircraft Manufacturing

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