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Associate Research Director - Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning

Two Six Technologies

$174,200 - $261,300
Sep 22, 2025
Arlington County, VA, US
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Two Six Technologies is seeking an AI/ML Associate Research Director to grow its sponsored research portfolio with DARPA and other DOD/IC research organizations and work with technical leaders to set the strategic direction for its AI/ML project portfolio in support of National Security objectives.

Requirements

  • Past performance as a Principal Investigator on fast-paced, innovation-driven, advanced technology R&D projects for Government clients, especially DARPA
  • Proven track record of capturing Government R&D contracts/programs
  • DoD and/or IC domain experience and knowledge
  • Academic and/or industry publications in relevant fields
  • Experience as a Principal Investigator for a DARPA program
  • Experience developing AI/ML solutions and products as well as software development & deployment
  • Proven experience leading rapidly growing teams

Responsibilities

  • Working with technical leaders to set strategic direction for AI/ML R&D project portfolio
  • Cultivating relationships with DARPA Program Managers and other customers
  • Identifying new R&D opportunities and overseeing capture
  • Cultivating our AI/ML/Data Science talent team in collaboration with other team leaders, identifying/hiring new team members and line management of key contributors
  • Technical marketing of Two Six Technologies’ AI/ML/Data Science services and capabilities to new and existing Government clients

Other

  • A four-year degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, or related technical domain
  • Ten or more years of professional experience in R&D Leadership
  • An advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) in Mathematics, Computer Science, or related technical domain
  • Experience collaborating across teams of specialists to produce innovative new scientific or technological capabilities
  • Experience with the full research lifecycle (proposal to publication/transition) and software development lifecycle (from concept to prototype and production)
  • Active TS clearance with SCI eligibility