AI Utilization Program Analyst

Location: Hālawa Heights

** Description*
* SAIC is seeking a  
** AI Utilization Program Analyst
** located at  
** Camp Smith in Hawaii
** to support  
** USPACOM
* * to accelerate the adoption of modern AI platforms and automation tools across exercise planning and divisional management, to include, understanding high-level pain points, and translate emerging AI and automation capabilities into practical, day-to-day workflow improvements to create faster, smarter exercise planning and more efficient division management through responsible, hands-on AI adoption.

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* JOB DESCRIPTION:

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* + Serve as the division's primary advisor and enabler for AI platform adoption, translating complex operational needs into practical, AI-supported workflows.

+ Identify high-value opportunities where Generative AI, large language models, and automation tools can reduce manual effort in exercise planning, scenario development, documentation, and data gathering.

+ Evaluate, pilot, and recommend commercial and government AI platforms and automation tools, assessing fit, security posture, and ease of adoption for non-technical users.

+ Build and deliver hands-on training, demonstrations, and reference materials that help planners and division staff confidently use AI tools in their daily work.

+ Develop lightweight automations, prompt workflows, and integrations that connect existing data sources and tools to streamline planning and reporting.

+ Partner with stakeholders at all levels to gather requirements, manage change, and drive measurable adoption across the division.

+ Establish best practices and guardrails for responsible, secure AI use, ensuring alignment with organizational and cybersecurity policies.

+ Track and report adoption metrics and efficiency gains to division leadership to inform continued investment.

** Qualifications*
* ** REQUIRED

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

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* + Bachelor's and six (6)+ years of experience; additional four (4) years of experience considered in lieu of degree.

+ Demonstrated, hands-on experience applying modern AI platforms to real-world operational problems.

+ Working knowledge of data handling, workflow automation, and integrating tools and data sources.

+ Proven ability to translate complex technical capabilities into clear, actionable workflows for non-technical audiences.

+ Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a track record of working directly with stakeholders and leadership to drive adoption.

+ Familiarity with secure computing environments and adherence to cybersecurity compliance requirements.

+ Self-directed problem solver comfortable operating across both technical and operational domains.

** DESIRED

QUALIFICATIONS:

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* + Advanced degree in a technical, scientific, or quantitative field. (Use w/e degree level you'd like).

+ Experience implementing AI/ML or GenAI solutions in defense, intelligence, or other mission-focused environments.

+ Familiarity with AI orchestration and automation frameworks (e.g., agent-based workflows, Lang Chain/Lang Graph, Model Context Protocol), vector databases, and RAG systems.

+ Experience standing up or supporting MLOps/automation platforms and CI/CD-style processes.

+ Prior experience leading adoption, training, or change-management efforts for new technology in an organization.

+ Background supporting exercise planning, wargaming, or operational planning activities.

** REQUIRED CLEARANCE:*
* + Must have an active Secret clearance with ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance.

+ Must be a current US Citizen.

Target salary range: $80,001 - $120,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

REQNUMBER: 2613943

SAIC is a premier technology integrator, solving our nation's most complex modernization and systems engineering challenges across the defense, space, federal civilian, and intelligence markets. Our robust portfolio of offerings includes high-end solutions in systems engineering and integration; enterprise IT, including cloud services; cyber; software; advanced analytics and simulation; and training. We are a team of 23,000 strong driven by mission, united purpose, and inspired by opportunity.

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