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AI Infrastructure Architect
United States
$148,000 – $263,000/yr
May 22, 2026
Job description
MANTECH is seeking an AI Infrastructure Architect to support the development of advanced AI systems for the Air Force Civil Engineer Center (AFCEC).
This fully remote role focuses on building secure Agentic AI and Human-AI Teaming systems capable of:
- Reasoning
- Planning
- Autonomous task execution
- Multi-step workflow orchestration
The position centers on developing predictive, agent-driven AI capabilities that replace manual and high-variability processes within government and defense environments.
This is listed as a future opportunity.
Key Responsibilities
Lead teams of developers and data engineers building agentic AI frameworks using tools such as:
- LangGraph
- LangChain
- CrewAI
Design AI systems capable of:
- Iterative reasoning
- Planning
- Autonomous execution
- Tool usage
- API integrations
- Feedback-loop optimization
Architect Human-AI Teaming capabilities for the AFCEC Cost Estimation project
Develop predictive AI systems that improve workflow efficiency and operational decision-making
Architect and deploy:
- Secure AI systems
- Scalable AI infrastructure
- Government-compliant AI solutions
Support enterprise AI initiatives involving:
- Data platforms
- Machine learning systems
- LLM integrations
- Autonomous computing workflows
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in:
- Computer Science
- Data Science
- Statistics
- Mathematics
or equivalent practical experience.
Minimum 12 years of professional experience
Experience with:
- Government-standard AI/data platforms
- Enterprise BI systems
- Federal technology environments
Proven expertise designing and deploying:
- AI architectures
- Machine learning systems
- LLM-powered applications
Strong proficiency in:
- Python
- AI/ML frameworks such as PyTorch or TensorFlow
Experience integrating:
- Large Language Models (LLMs)
- LangChain
- Agentic AI frameworks
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree
Prior experience supporting:
- Department of Defense (DoD)
- Air Force projects
- Cost estimation systems
- Civil engineering initiatives
Expertise in:
- Agentic AI
- Autonomous computing
- Human-AI teaming
Experience with:
- Secure AI deployments
- Federal compliance requirements
- Government security standards
Clearance Requirements
- U.S. Citizenship required
- Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance
Compensation & Benefits
- Compensation range: $148,200 – $263,000 annually
- Salary may vary based on:
- Experience
- Skills
- Certifications
- Location
- Federal labor categories
Benefits may include:
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Holiday pay
- Disability coverage
- Retirement plans
- Learning and development programs
- Wellness programs
About MANTECH
MANTECH is a technology and defense contractor delivering solutions in:
- Digital transformation
- Cybersecurity
- IT
- Data analytics
- Software development
The company supports government intelligence, Department of Defense, and federal civilian sectors through advanced technology and mission-critical systems.
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