A. AR 350-100 (Officer Active-Duty Service Obligations), 21 July 2023.
B. AR 600-8-11 (Reassignment), 1 May 2007 (Rapid Action Revision (RAR) 18 October 2012).
C. AR 600-8-105 (Military Orders), 20 December 2022.
D. AR 601-280 (Army Retention Program), 14 April 2023.
E. AR 614-100 (Officer Assignment Policies, Details, and Transfers), 8 May 2024.
F. AR 614-200 (Enlisted Assignments and Utilization Management), 27 Jun 2025.
G. AR 635-200 (Active Duty Enlisted Administrative Separations), 30 Jun 2025.
H. DA PAM 600-8-105 (Military Orders), 20 December 2022.
I. DA PAM 601-280 (Army Retention Programs Procedures), 18 December 2023.
J. DA PAM 611-21 (Military Occupational Classification and Structure), 20 December 2022.
K. Director of Military Personnel Management Memorandum, Subject: “Update to Exception to Policy to AR 614-200, paragraph 4-6 and Table 4-1, for Changes to Service Remaining Requirements for Training in Fiscal Year 24 Army Futures Command Emerging Technology Opportunities”, 7 August 2023.
L. MILPER Message 25-077, 07 March 2025, Subject: Exception to Policy (ETP) to AR 614-200, Paragraph 4-6 and Table 4-1, for Changes to Enlisted Service Remaining Requirements (SRR) for Specific Training Opportunities
1. This MILPER message will expire no later than (NLT) 1 July 2027.
2. The U.S. Futures and Concepts Command (FCC) Emerging Technology Opportunities, Army Artificial Intelligence Integration Center (AI2C) is accepting applications to attend the Army Artificial Intelligence Technician Program (AI Technician Program), for Academic Year 2027-2028.
3. We are seeking Soldiers who possess knowledge, skills, and behaviors, or a strong interest in cloud development operations and engineering, data engineering, and python coding to support delivering AI solutions at speed in support of Army missions. The AI Technician Program application deadline is 31 August 2026 for Cohort 27.
4. The Army AI Technician Program is an immersive 36-month program that combines a 32-week Artificial Intelligence Cloud Administration, Programming with Python, Data Engineering, and other certifications at Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh, PA, combined with 20-weeks applied study at the AI Applications Group, followed by 12-month hands on experience and utilization with AI2C, and a 12-month operational assignment as directed by the FCC Commander or their designee. The program seeks service members who have demonstrated outstanding promotion potential. Officers (commissioned / warrant) and noncommissioned officers striving to be front-runners in preparing the operational force for AI-enabled capabilities are encouraged to apply for the AI Technician Program. Commanders and supervisors are also encouraged to submit their best candidates for this opportunity based on the outstanding potential and aptitude for service in the emerging technology environment. Soldiers completing all AI Technician Program requirements are awarded an Additional Skill Identifier (ASI) 2V – AI Technician, upon completion of their utilization at AI2C.
| Program | Application Suspense Date | Course Start Date | Assignment Length |
| Cohort 27 | 31-Aug-26 | Aug 2027 | 36 Months (24 months in Pittsburgh and 12 months in an ODT location at the needs of the Army) |
5. Application Link (accessible from US government systems only). The application link will be available 1 July – 31 August 2026. In addition to the questions in the online application, applicants are also required to upload copies of the following documents at the end of the online application:
Soldier Talent Profile
Academic Transcripts
GRE within the last 5 years (if available, not mandatory)
Certification and Skill Documents
Most Recent AFT (within the last 6 months)
Most recent DA5500/5501 (as required, within the last 6 months)
2 Letters of Recommendation from CO/BN/BDE CDR, Command Warrant, or Senior Enlisted Advisor
2x Most Recent Evaluations
AI Technician Application URL: https://forms.osi.apps.mil/r/uxPk0cx79L
6. In accordance with (IAW) reference L, Enlisted Soldiers attending the AI Technicians Program at AI2C incur a 36-month service-remaining requirement (SRR) that begins on graduation from the education program on or about 10 July 2028 (SRR ends on 09 July 2031). Enlisted Soldiers must reenlist or extend prior to PCS to meet SRR obligation. Indefinite Soldiers will not be afforded voluntary retirement until their service obligation is complete. Officers incur a three-for-one (3:1) active-duty service obligation (ADSO) computed in days, for each day in the education program. IAW reference A, the ADSO equals three times the length of schooling, computed in days starting on the last day of the education program, on or about 10 July 2028. Both Enlisted and Officer Personnel must complete educational program requirements and obtain their certifications in order to be awarded the 2V ASI. Failure to adequately progress in training or utilization may result in release to the needs of the Army.
7. The Army AI Technician Program is designed and intended for Compo 1, Active-Duty participants. Highly qualified Reserve component Soldiers may apply and may be considered on a case-by-case basis at the discretion of the AI2C Director.
8. Applications will not be considered for personnel that have complete 15 years of Active Federal Service as of 10 July 2026.
9. If you have questions regarding this MILPER message, please email usarmy.pittsburgh-pa.afc-ai2c.mbx.workforce-development@army.mil