Emerging Technology Researcher

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Analyze industry, commercial, and Department of Defense (DoD) innovation trends to pinpoint relevant emerging technologies.

• Perform structured evaluations of vendors, assess product capabilities, and conduct technology comparisons.

• Assist in rapid prototyping and early-stage pilot initiatives, documenting feasibility and suitability for mission objectives.

• Prepare comprehensive written technology briefs, market surveys, capability summaries, and analyses of innovation.

• Assess trends in artificial intelligence/machine learning (AI/ML), automation, data analytics, cloud tools, cybersecurity technologies, and digital experience platforms.

• Collaborate with the Project Management Office (PMO) and technical stakeholders to ensure alignment of technology assessments with program requirements.

• Create technology scoring models to aid in prioritization and selection processes.

• Monitor emerging standards, best practices, and guidance on government modernization.

• Engage in demonstrations, workshops, and vendor interactions to gather evaluation data.

• Assist in planning for the integration of technologies identified as suitable for mission application.

• Maintain a repository of research materials, evaluation templates, and reference documents on innovation.

• Collaborate closely with the Innovation Center of Excellence (COE), PMO, Operations & Engineering, cybersecurity, and application development teams.

⛳️ Requirements

• The candidate must have a Tier 2 Moderate Risk Public Trust clearance (from any federal agency) or a valid Secret clearance or higher.

• A Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business, Design, Engineering, or a related discipline is required.

• At least 5 years of experience in technology research, analysis, or support for innovation is necessary.

• Experience in conducting market research, technology evaluations, or vendor/platform analysis is essential.

• Proven experience in supporting pilots, prototypes, or early-stage technology testing is required.

• Background in federal, DoD, or enterprise IT environments is preferred.

• Familiarity with innovation trends in AI/ML, automation, analytics, cloud platforms, and cybersecurity is expected.

• Understanding of technology assessment frameworks and evaluation techniques is necessary.

• Experience in analyzing product capabilities, architectures, and integration needs is required.

• Strong analytical and research skills are essential.

• Excellent written communication skills and the ability to succinctly summarize findings are required.

• Ability to translate market trends into actionable insights is essential.

• Strong skills in presentation and stakeholder engagement are necessary.

• Capability to assess complex technologies and articulate key differentiators clearly is required.

• A sense of curiosity, creativity, and a passion for innovation are highly valued.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

• Collaborative work environment with a focus on innovation.

• Access to cutting-edge technology and resources.