Senior Technologist

i3 is seeking a Senior Technologist to provide deep subject matter expertise in Army Aviation systems integration, Modular Open Systems Approaches (MOSA), and avionics architecture. This role requires strategic foresight, technical depth, and exceptional stakeholder engagement across military, academic, and industry partners. The successful candidate will act as a senior technology advisor shaping organizational growth, cross-domain innovation, and advanced integration strategies.

• Lead and mentor a diverse team of technical professionals in delivering complex aviation integration efforts.
• Serve as the organization’s MOSA Subject Matter Expert (SME), guiding open systems implementation across multiple DoD stakeholders.
• Provide strategic input on partnerships, lab development, and program alignment.
• Develops performance objectives and determines acceptable performance levels.
• Provide technical oversight of system-level avionics architectures and model-based systems engineering (MBSE) strategies.
• Monitor ever-changing technological landscape of current customer markets and target customer markets and provide strategic guidance.
• Represent i3 in engagements with ASA(ALT), PM offices, and industry consortia.
• Work with i3 leadership for development of growth strategies through technological expertise over a span of DoD disciplines.
• Develop and implement technological advancement plans for i3 Team Members.
• Guide proposal development using firsthand experience in digital backbones, ATO-accredited labs, and software integration platforms.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering required.
• Minimum of 30 years of relevant DoD experience required.
• Active DoD security clearance and the ability to maintain a clearance required.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.

Knowledge/Skills

• Extensive leadership experience in establishing and scaling aviation laboratories.
• Proven success in MOSA implementation, enterprise architecture development, and cross-organizational collaboration.
• Strong business development and technical proposal skills.
• Effective ability to communicate across senior leadership, technical teams, and industry forums.
• Proficient in project management, acquisition strategy, and digital engineering principles.
• Demonstrated ability to foster innovation through partnerships and strategic technology insertion.
• Exceptional judgment capabilities and relationship management skills.
• Ability to work well both independently and in a team environment.
• Be energized by a fast-paced work environment.
• Analyze information and respond appropriately.
• Manage time wisely and prioritize tasks.
• Provide superior customer service. 
• Multi-task in a pleasant manner.
• Work well under pressure. 

Physical Demands

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• 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.

i3 is a technically diverse, 100% team member owned business, headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama specializing in missile and aviation systems engineering and logistic services, electronic warfare and electromagnetic effects analysis, UAS system integration and flight operations, full lifecycle C5ISR engineering services, cybersecurity and IT/IA innovative solutions and virtual training, simulation & serious game development and implementation. We have established a broad offering of products and capabilities collectively providing decades of experience supporting the full complement of DoD military services, Missile Defense Agency, National Aeronautics and Space Administration, and a variety of other Government organizations and private industry customers.  

Perks of being a team member owner include:

• Long-term financial security
• Higher job satisfaction
• Greater job security
• Personal and professional growth
• Great company culture

Other outstanding benefits:

• Excellent insurance coverage
• 401(k) match
• Generous PTO
• Health and wellness incentives
• Tuition and certification reimbursement
• Countless opportunities to give back to the community through i3 Cares

We work hard. We compete hard. We play hard. Apply now to join us!