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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Technology Innovation Specialist - **Company:** Integration Innovation, Inc. - **Location:** Huntsville, AL, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Data Link, Rapid Prototyping Process - **Published:** July 7, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9013628/technology-innovation-specialist ## About the Role * Bachelor's Degree. * Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience. * Army & S&T Acumen: Deep understanding of U.S. Army operations, structure, and general Science & Technology processes. * Tech Passion: Demonstrated knowledge of and passion for emerging technologies, specifically AI and UAS/UAV platforms. * Communication & Trust Building: Exceptional interpersonal skills with a proven ability to build consensus across military and industry organizations. Briefing and report-writing expertise for senior leadership. * Independence: Self-starter capable of prioritizing high-impact tasks and thriving in a fast-paced environment. * Clearance: Active Secret Security Clearance (or ability to obtain and maintain a Clearance). * U.S. Citizenship. Preferred Qualifications: * S&T Network: Familiarity with major defense technology organizations (e.g., DARPA, SCO, CCDC, AFRL, ONR). * Liaison Experience: Prior experience representing a commander or staff officer as a Liaison Officer (LNO). * Acquisition Knowledge: Experience with DoW acquisition, rapid prototyping, and Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) technology integration., * While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. * The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. * Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. * Regular i3 hours are 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday, however, additional hours may be required on occasion. Regular and punctual attendance is required. ## Description i3 is seeking a Technology Innovation Specialist in support of the U.S. Army Launched Effects Product Office in Huntsville, AL at Redstone Arsenal. The Army Launched Effects (LE) Product Office develops and fields cutting-edge LE systems to enhance Soldier lethality, survivability, and situational awareness. You do not need to be a traditional engineer; the ideal candidate deeply understands the U.S. Army, Academia, Industry Innovation and the Department of War Science & Technology (S&T) ecosystem. You must be passionate about leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI), Autonomy, Robotics (UAS/UAVs), and emerging tech for military advantage. You will monitor future technologies, serve as a critical liaison between commands, drive doctrine and track major demonstrations to act as the vital communication link between government offices, centers of excellence, and industry innovators. Responsibilities Futures & Technology Scouting * Industry Scout: Actively evaluate new UAS/UAV and AI technologies, keeping leadership informed of market breakthroughs. * Program Tracking: Manage and report on innovation funding and transition vehicles * Technology Transition: Facilitate tech transition agreements at Technical Interchange Meetings, Home on Homes, and PMRs. * Roadmap Management: Maintain the S&T Need List/Roadmap for the portfolio and manage monthly LE updates. Liaison & Integration * Institutional Alignment: Serve as the primary liaison to Centers of Excellence to institutionalize LE capabilities. * Cross-Organization Integration: Liaise with other Service UAS PMOs, Special Operations Forces (SOF), and embed with forward-leaning Unit Innovation Organizations. * Intent Communication: Represent the commander's interests, facilitate cross-organizational cooperation, and manage Hot Topic Lists and event calendars. Demonstrations & Exercises * Event Tracking & Planning: Identify, plan, and synchronize LE participation in major events * Exercise Documentation: Maintain an Exercise Book for situational awareness detailing milestones, POCs, and Distinguished Visitor (DV) information. * Other duties as assigned. ## Related Videos - [Hiring AI Native Talents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100268-hiring-ai-native-talents) - [Data is Key: Scraping Metadata from Websites](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/708-data-is-key-scraping-metadata-from-websites) - [Edit Your Future: Queerverse Radical AI](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/909-edit-your-future-queerverse-radical-ai) - [The Innovation Formula: Fast Prototyping, Data Analysis, and Real User Insights](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1421-the-innovation-formula-fast-prototyping-data-analysis-and-real-user-insights) - [Building Organizations That Can Actually Adapt](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100316-building-organizations-that-can-actually-adapt) - [Offline first!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/645-offline-first) ## Related Articles - [What Industries Outside of AI Are Hiring The Most AI Experts?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/98-what-industries-outside-of-ai-are-hiring-the-most-ai-experts) - [How to Become an AI Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/331-how-to-become-an-ai-engineer) - [Stephan Gillich - Bringing AI Everywhere](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/489-stephan-gillich-bringing-ai-everywhere) - [Navigating the AI Shift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/629-navigating-the-ai-shift) - [Best US AI Conferences for CTOs in 2026: Build vs. Buy, Vendor Evaluation, and Peer Intelligence](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/736-best-us-ai-conferences-for-ctos-in-2026-build-vs-buy-vendor-evaluation-and-peer-intelligence) - [Coffee with Developers - Maria Apazoglou - Making AI understandable for all in production](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/475-coffee-with-developers-maria-apazoglou-making-ai-understandable-for-all-in-production)