Innovation Lead

Job description

Job Title: Innovation Lead Job Category: Science Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25% Type of Travel: Local * * * The Opportunity: Join a team dedicated to advancing national security through innovative irregular warfare and operations expertise. CACI is looking for individuals to join a program that delivers mission-critical advisory, training, and operational support services that help mission partners stay ahead of rapidly evolving global threats. Working across geographic and functional combatant commands, these professionals play a vital role in developing, integrating, and sustaining mission-ready task forces that enhance joint force effectiveness and operational success. This is an opportunity to contribute to high-impact missions, collaborate with experienced professionals, and support strategic operations that strengthen our nation's defense capabilities around the world. Candidates who thrive in dynamic environments, embrace complex challenges, and are committed to mission excellence will find meaningful opportunities for growth and impact within CACI and on this team. Responsibilities: Provide subject matter expertise of DoW-funded RDT&E programs. Write white papers (with peer teams), submit concept proposals, and form partnerships through funding and research and development groups with similar technical interests. Research scientific concepts, technology projects, and innovative ideas in line with Command priorities. Identify emerging and future technologies that fill gaps in Command requirements. Engage Government entities, federally funded research development centers, university-affiliated research centers, academia, and industry to find R&D projects to support Command technology and innovation initiatives. Conduct analysis of alternatives for strategic development and operational planning, as well as in response to evolving Federal and DoD security standards. Assist in the design and implementation of new technology to support the Command’s information objectives. Supervise personnel and provides technical/management leadership on major tasks or technology assignments including receiving and scoping Command requirements. Travel, and when directed, represent mission demands at relevant military, academic and industry conferences to identify emerging technology for consideration. Provide detailed analysis, evaluation, and recommendations for improvements, optimization development, and/or maintenance efforts for mission-critical challenges/issues. Work with customer to coordinate, schedule, and prioritize technology and innovation initiatives and their outputs. Analyze, assess and report outcomes from technology and innovation initiatives. Qualifications: Required TS Clearance w/SCI eligibility Master's degree in relevant technical field (Bachelor’s acceptable with 10 years experience) 7 years experience in defense technology or related field with focus on identification and integration of existing or emerging technology into experimentation, exercises, and operational use Familiarity with processes and practices for integration of FFRDC, UARCs, and broader academia with DoW Desired Qualifications Strong analytical and problem solving skills Experience with exercise and experimentation development Excellent oral and written communication abilities Experience working at CCMD, Service Component, Joint Task Force or similar level integrating existing and/or emerging technology into command exercises, experimentation and operational use Expertise in AI, Machine Learning, Autonomous Systems and/or Human-Machine Teaming Proficiency in data analytics and visualization tools - What You Can Expect: A culture of integrity. At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation. An environment of trust. CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality. A focus on continuous growth. Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy. Pay Range : There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. The proposed salary range for this position is: $99,800 - $219,600 CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.