Many engineers claim they want to build systems that matter. This is your opportunity to demonstrate it: continuous delivery, rigorous assessment, and operational AI that directly influences how the United States government functions. No résumé posturing. No academic abstractions. Only production work every week, delivered under pressure.
Gauntlet for America is a fully funded, competitive 10-week fellowship built to develop AI-native engineering capacity for the U.S. government. It serves as a high-stakes proving environment for experienced engineers seeking to show they can construct and maintain production-grade AI systems where reliability, security, and tangible impact are paramount.
Fellows deliver weekly, undergo rigorous evaluation, and train with other top-tier engineers. After successful completion, participants transition into federal GS-12 engineering positions (~$150K + comprehensive federal benefits), working on systems that directly affect government operations.
The program spans 10 weeks: 3 weeks conducted remotely, then 7 weeks onsite in Austin, Texas. Fellows should anticipate a demanding schedule (80–100 hours/week) structured to accelerate learning velocity, performance signal, and career trajectory.
Outcomes:
- 10+ production-ready AI systems delivered throughout the fellowship
- Direct transition into a federal engineering position (GS-12 equivalent, ~$160K–$200K+ based on experience + full benefits)
- Contribution to high-impact systems defining how the U.S. government develops and operates technology
- Entry into a network of AI-native engineers working at the forefront of public sector innovation
If you are prepared to be assessed on what you deliver — not your academic background — apply now.
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