ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE TECHNICIAN PROGRAM

The Army Artificial Intelligence Technician Program is an immersive 36-month development pathway designed to build the Army’s next generation of AI-enabled talent. The program begins with 32 weeks of academic instruction at Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) in Pittsburgh, PA, where participants complete Artificial Intelligence Cloud Administration, Programming with Python, Data Engineering, and other industry-recognized certifications.

After completing CMU coursework, candidates transition into 20 weeks of applied learning at the AI Incubator, where they engage in hands-on practice, emerging technology exploration, and real-world problem solving. The final phase includes 24 months of project-based experience with the Artificial Intelligence Integration Center (AI2C), applying AI-enabled capabilities directly to Army missions and modernization efforts.

The program seeks Soldiers with exceptional promotion potential and a strong desire to lead the integration of AI across the operational force. Commissioned officers, warrant officers, and noncommissioned officers who want to be at the forefront of Army digital transformation are encouraged to apply.

INFORMATION FOR AI TECHNICIAN
APPLICATIONS

Application Portal Closed: 01 May 2025

Next Application window: TBD

Eligible Ranks: SGT-SFC, CW2, CW3, and 1LT-MAJ

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE TECHNICIAN PROGRAM COURSE OVERVIEW

Students in the AI Technician Program develop the technical expertise needed to deploy, manage, and sustain AI/ML capabilities in operational environments through a combination of academic instruction, applied learning, and project-based experience.

Training includes:

Cloud Administration: Configuring and maintaining secure, scalable cloud environments that support AI/ML applications.

Programming with Python: Developing, troubleshooting, and optimizing software solutions that enable AI and data-driven decision-making.

Data Engineering: Building and managing data pipelines to ensure reliable ingestion, processing, and structuring of data for AI/ML performance.

Cloud DevOps: Implementing automation, monitoring, and deployment strategies to sustain AI capabilities in dynamic operational settings.

By completion, AI Technicians are prepared to operationalize AI/ML technologies and support the successful deployment, sustainment, and integration of AI-enabled solutions across Army missions and modernization efforts.

APPLICATION PORTAL

The portal can be accessed here (CAC Required)

The portal is currently closed and will re-open: TBD