Tech Scouting Lead: AI/ML, Microelectronics & Forensics

Apogee Engineering, LLC; Bath Township (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Apogee Engineering, LLC seeks a Tools & Techniques Architecture Exploration Lead / Market Researcher to lead technology scouting and market research, translating mission challenges into structured problem statements. This contingent role focuses on AI/ML, microelectronics, and digital forensics, coordinating industry engagements and vendor interactions.

The role requires US citizenship, TS/SCI clearance, and a strong ability to develop Mission Model Canvases andOpportunity Documents for

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in science or engineering.
• 8 years experience with DoW or similar programs.
• Strong analytic and communication skills.
• Experience with innovation pipelines or technology scouting programs.
• Background in AI/ML, microelectronics, or digital forensics.

Responsibilities

• Conduct technology scouting and market research in AI/ML, microelectronics, and digital forensics.
• Translate challenges into Mission Model Canvases (MMCs) and Opportunity Documents.
• Facilitate industry engagements, assess technical proposals, and evaluate partner alignment with mission priorities.
• Provide analytical and advisory support to prioritize initiatives and feed the innovation pipeline.
• Support refinement of problems and creation of MMCs, MMCs, and problem rubrics; validate needs and impact metrics.
• Conduct market research in academic and commercial sectors to identify potential solution providers.
• Conduct Partner Alignment Assessments to review technical alignment and facilitate validation.
• Engage with vendors on project proposals ensuring alignment with user needs; maintain project artifacts.
• Act as primary point of contact and Virtual Team Session Lead for engagements and discovery calls.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Technology scouting

AI/ML background

DoD program experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in science or engineering

Job description

Apogee Engineering, LLC seeks a Tools & Techniques Architecture Exploration Lead / Market Researcher to lead technology scouting and market research, translating mission challenges into structured problem statements. This contingent role focuses on AI/ML, microelectronics, and digital forensics, coordinating industry engagements and vendor interactions.

The role requires US citizenship, TS/SCI clearance, and a strong ability to develop Mission Model Canvases andOpportunity Documents for