Innovation Engineer

About the role

The Innovation Engineer will serve as the WDP's technology scout and lead integrator, responsible for identifying, evaluating, and infusing cutting-edge capabilities into the platform. This person will build and foster strategic relationships with industry partners, academia, and the open-source community to continuously analyze the latest advances in data, analytic, and AI technologies. They will be responsible for the hands-on technical work of preparing, securing, and integrating selected third-party tools and services into the WDP ecosystem. The Innovation Engineer will also act as a technical liaison, assisting and guiding vendor engineers to ensure their products meet the WDP's rigorous technical and security standards. The primary objective of this role is to accelerate the delivery of best-in-class capabilities to the warfighter by ensuring the WDP remains at the forefront of technology.

Requirements

• Security Clearance: SECRET clearance required
• Multiple experience levels considered:
  • Junior: 0–3 years of experience + Bachelor's Degree
  • Journeyman: 4–7 years of experience + Bachelor's Degree
  • Senior: 8+ years of experience + Bachelor's Degree
• Good communication skills and a self-starter mindset
• Professional proficiency in English
• Demonstrated proficiency in using all Microsoft Office applications
• Must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis (no visa sponsorship available)

Work Environment

• Moderate noise (e.g., business office with computers, phone, and printers) and/or occasional loud noise (e.g., airfield, large equipment)
• Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period

Physical Demands

• Sitting, standing, talking, and hearing
• Frequent use of hands and fingers to operate a computer
• Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions

Travel

• Up to 10% with occasional travel

Benefits

• Employer contributions to health care plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement plan (401k, IRA) with generous matching program
• Life insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid time off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short-term & long-term disability coverage
• Training & development opportunities
• Employee assistance program

Pay

Salary is determined by factors including location, education, knowledge, skills, competencies, experience, contract-specific affordability, and organizational requirements. Estimated range: $107,000 – $220,000.