The Defense Innovation Unit (DIU), along with members from SERDP & ESTCP and the local community, were in Pennsylvania this week to observe cutting-edge prototype technologies working to concentrate and remediate The demonstration was held on the site of the former NAS JRB Willow Grove and current Biddle ANG base. Live field demonstrations were provided by ALLONIA, Cyclopure and ECT2 - three of ten DIU contract awardees on the PFAS project. PFAS, or per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, are very stable in the environment due to their unique chemical structure, and are relatively resistant to natural breakdown processes. Among their many uses, PFAS are contained in aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF), a substance that for many decades was used to suppress fires. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eZeJu_7R
Defense Innovation Unit (DIU)
Armed Forces
Mountain View, California 76,241 followers
Accelerating commercial technology for national security.
About us
ACCELERATING COMMERCIAL TECHNOLOGY FOR NATIONAL SECURITY We're a fast-moving Department of Defense organization that contracts with commercial companies to solve national security problems. Like or retweet does not mean endorsement.
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https://www.diu.mil
External link for Defense Innovation Unit (DIU)
- Industry
- Armed Forces
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Mountain View, California
- Type
- Government Agency
- Founded
- 2015
- Specialties
- Innovation, Problem Solving, Partnership, Problem Solving, Creativity, Entreprenuership, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Autonomy, Human Systems, IT, Space, Defense, and Energy
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Employees at Defense Innovation Unit (DIU)
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Scott Sumner
Defense Innovation Unit | AI/ML | A.T. Kearney
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Lara Azzam
Defense Innovation Unit, Energy Sector
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Jeff Klugman
Portfolio Director - Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning at Defense Innovation Unit (DIU)
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Mike Callahan
Sr. Energy Advisor and Energy Program Manager at the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) and Island Energy Initiatives Leader at the National Renewable…
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Meet DIU-Defense Acquisition University Immersive Commercial Acquisition Program (ICAP) FY2024 Fellow Ralph Barnes! As an ICAP fellow, Ralph gained experience in commercial markets. “DIU’s commercial engagement approach helps program managers locate and engage with companies that work within the industries covered by the DIU portfolios. I believe this is the success factor for how DIU better understands the art of the possible in these industries.” Ralph is a Contracting and Agreements Officer team lead at the U.S. Army Contracting Command Orlando Office (AACC-O) where he supports the U.S. Army PEO STRI in developing the Army’s next generation of key simulation systems. These training systems enable PEO STRI programs to develop, deploy and operate training capabilities in a secure, flexible and interoperable manner. Interested in becoming an ICAP Fellow? Today is the last day to apply! https://lnkd.in/gGMbmjSA
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New position posting for our National Defense Innovation OnRamp Director. Oversee Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) regional network of physical and virtual spaces, and regional representatives connecting DoD innovation organizations with the broader defense ecosystem.
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Meet DIU-Defense Acquisition University Immersive Commercial Acquisition Program (ICAP) FY2024 Fellow Brittany Harris! As an ICAP fellow Brittany primarily supports DIU’s Space portfolio and is learning about effectively acquiring innovative commercial technologies through flexible acquisition authorities. “The process doesn’t have to be complicated to prudently spend taxpayer dollars to get after the nation’s most difficult problem. These [“flexible” acquisition] authorities allow procurement professionals to move fast while still following the same key principles: Deliver on a timely basis the best value product or service to the customer while maintaining the public’s trust and fulfilling public policy objectives.” Brittany is a Senior Procurement Analyst and an unlimited warrant Contracting Officer for the Air Force Installation Contracting Center – Operating Location Space in Colorado. Brittany conducts policy reviews and inspections for six contracting units supporting various space missions and base operations. She also advises the Senior Contracting Official and guides Squadron leadership, Contracting Officers, and Program Managers to develop sound business solutions. Interested in becoming the next ICAP fellow? Applications are open until August 30, 2024. Apply today! https://lnkd.in/gGMbmjSA
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Amazing meetings this week in Chile discussing how Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) can help our United States Southern Command partners accelerate commercial technology for strategic impact. Ha sido un placer! #CCMDs #partnership
Strengthening partnerships in South America: Doug Beck, the Director, Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) and Senior Advisor to the Secretary of Defense, engaged with defense leaders from regional partner nations during this week's South American Defense Conference #SOUTHDEC24 in Chile. SOUTHDEC's theme was “Leveraging New Technologies for the Common Defense of Hemispheric Sovereignty” and leaders discussed ways to work together to leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning to strategic effect, while strengthening collaboration in space, to confront unfolding threats in South America and the Western Hemisphere.
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Join our team! At the intersection of commercial technology and national security, you will find Defense Innovation Unit (DIU). And we have two new positions that we are hiring for. -Lead IT Specialist: https://lnkd.in/eus5TE-t -Facility Operations Specialist: https://lnkd.in/exg38NVs Accelerating commercial technology into the United States Department of Defense.
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Meet DIU-Defense Acquisition University Immersive Commercial Acquisition Program (ICAP) FY2024 Fellow Tianna Seaman! As an ICAP fellow Tianna supports DIU’s Energy portfolio and shares a personal highlight from the program. “A professional highlight for me will be working with DIU during a departmental first, with a DIU contract becoming the first to obligate Military Construction (MILCON) funds using an OTA under the FY 2023 NDAA pilot. I’ve been able to witness firsthand how DOD is able to apply new authorities, create the process in which best to apply the authority, and contract with vendors.” Tianna is a contracting officer at the Naval Information Warfare Center Atlantic contracting competency at @Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina where she supports the Expeditionary Enterprise Systems and Services Division. In addition to her role as a contracting officer, Tianna serves on the employee council where she collaborates with contracting peers across the command on new and innovative ideas. Interested in becoming the next ICAP fellow? Applications are open until August 30, 2024. Apply today! https://lnkd.in/gGMbmjSA
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Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) is seeking a Contracting Officer’s Representative to provide technical oversight on assigned Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) contracts. This role will support DIU Acquisition leadership on FAR contract requirements ensuring that contracting activities are planned, managed, resourced and executed to effectively meet mission requirements. Applications are open now through August 28. Learn more and apply here: https://lnkd.in/ewM-aav3 For more information on what a federal resume should include visit: https://lnkd.in/gGNxeHt
Contracting Officer Representative
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Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) Generative AI for Joint Planning (Thunderforge) Solicitation just posted! The joint planning process is complex, time-consuming, and resource-intensive. Planners and other staff members must synthesize large amounts of information from diverse sources, consider multiple courses of action (COA), and produce detailed operational plans and orders - often under significant time pressure. #GenerativeAI has the potential to augment human planners and command staff by rapidly processing information, producing draft planning products, and ultimately aiding in generating options. The United States Department of Defense is looking for solutions with some or all of the following: -Information synthesis and analysis -Plan and order development -Course of action development and wargaming -Operational security and information assurance -User interface -Experience delivering complex capabilities Full details here: https://lnkd.in/eMDTFD8A Responses requested by 9/6/2024.
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Meet DIU-Defense Acquisition University Immersive Commercial Acquisition Program (ICAP) FY2024 Fellow Christine Docker! As an ICAP fellow Christine supports DIU’s Human Systems portfolio and is learning about commercial markets and what motivates organizations. “DIU is constantly engaged across the full spectrum of defense-critical technology ecosystems and is an essential piece of how the organization serves as the bridge between the notable “valleys of death.” This proactive engagement approach with companies helps to shape the initial phase of the CSO [Commercial Solutions Opening] problem statement process and provides valuable insights into how projects are scoped.” Christine is Contracting Officer and Agreements Officer at the Seymour Johnson Air Force Base in North Carolina. She is responsible for providing base operations contract support for the 4th Fighter Wing and the 916th Air Refueling Wing supporting the multi-role all weather F-15E Strike Eagles and Air Force Reserve KC-46s. Interested in becoming the next ICAP fellow? Applications are open until August 30, 2024. Apply today! https://lnkd.in/gGMbmjSA