About the Role:
Make an Impact in Federal AI — Without a Full-Time Commitment
DKC Group is seeking a seasoned AI SME / AI Systems Engineer to support federal clients as they evaluate, design, and implement practical AI solutions in mission environments. This role is ideal for an experienced AI professional who wants to apply deep technical and federal market expertise in a flexible, half-time role with an expected commitment of 40 hours or less per month. If you understand how to translate mission needs into AI use cases, technical approaches, and implementation strategies and you are comfortable advising in federal environments-- we would like to hear from you.
Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and deploy machine learning models and AI-powered applications
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and implement AI/ML solutions for client needs
- Build and maintain data pipelines, model training workflows, and inference systems
- Evaluate and integrate large language models (LLMs), generative AI tools, and emerging AI frameworks
- Monitor model performance, conduct testing, and iterate on improvements
- Document technical architectures, methodologies, and best practices
- Stay current with AI/ML research and translate advancements into practical applications
Requirements:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, AI, or a related field
- Proven experience in machine learning, deep learning, or AI engineering
- Proficiency in Python and ML frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or scikit-learn
- Experience with NLP, LLMs, or generative AI tools (e.g., OpenAI, Hugging Face)
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and MLOps practices
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills and ability to present technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
Preferred
- Master’s degree in a related field
- Federal AI strategy, digital transformation, or data modernization experience
- Familiarity with Responsible AI and AI governance
- Consulting experience supporting government clients
Why This Role
- Flexible part-time commitment
- High-impact federal mission work
- Opportunity to apply senior AI expertise in a strategic advisory capacity
- Work with a women-owned small business supporting complex government environments
Apply Today
Please submit your resume and a brief summary of your relevant federal AI experience.
About Us:
DKC Group, is a Maryland based consulting firm dedicated to delivering innovative, technology-driven solutions to our clients. We pride ourselves on a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and excellence that keeps both our clients and our team members coming back. At D. Kent Consulting Group, you'll find a dynamic environment where your ideas are valued, and your career can truly thrive.
Flexible work from home options available.
Our Story
D. Kent Consulting Group, LLC (DKC Group), established in 2016, is a mission solutions engineering firm specializing in designing, integrating, and optimizing complex organizational and technical systems. Our focus is on enabling agile, resilient, and high‑performing mission environments across federal enterprises.
DKC Group brings deep technical and operational expertise in mission engineering, enterprise architecture, and large‑scale program modernization. Following a distinguished public-sector career, DKC Group was founded in the Washington, D.C. region to continue advancing mission readiness and technical excellence within government and industry.
We engineer mission-aligned capabilities that improve performance, strengthen decision-making, and accelerate delivery of services to the American public. DKC Group supports organizations of all sizes by shaping technical strategies, optimizing system architectures, and driving solution execution for mission‑critical programs. Our approach ensures measurable outcomes, operational efficiency, and strong return on investment.
Why Work With Us?
Joining DKC Group means contributing to the engineering and integration of capabilities that directly support national missions. We seek professionals skilled in systems engineering, architecture, data-driven design, and complex problem-solving. If you are passionate about enabling mission success through advanced engineering and strategic technical design, you will find a highly impactful and rewarding environment with us.
