Job Description
Shape tomorrow's innovations today as our Senior Futurist Strategist at Horizon Dynamics Inc. We're seeking a visionary thinker to decode emerging trends and architect transformative strategies for 2026 and beyond. Join our elite team of innovation architects in Austin's thriving tech ecosystem, where you'll leverage cutting-edge foresight methodologies to guide billion-dollar decisions. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to influence global trajectories while working alongside industry pioneers in our state-of-the-art innovation hub.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement strategic foresight frameworks to identify disruptive technologies and market shifts through 2030
- Lead scenario planning initiatives for Fortune 500 clients navigating post-2025 digital transformations
- Produce trend analysis reports on quantum computing, AI ethics, and sustainable tech adoption curves
- Design immersive futures forecasting workshops for C-suite executives across aerospace and biotech sectors
- Establish cross-industry innovation partnerships with MIT Media Lab, NASA, and Singularity University
- Quantify long-term ROI for emerging tech investments using predictive modeling tools
- Mentor junior futurists while maintaining thought leadership through TEDx talks and industry whitepapers
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futuristics, Strategic Foresight, or Innovation Management (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years experience in strategic planning with Fortune 100 tech or aerospace firms
- Proven expertise in horizon scanning, Delphi methodology, and causal layered analysis
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., from University of Houston or MFMP)
- Published thought leadership on 4IR technologies or climate adaptation strategies
- Proficiency in AI-driven trend analysis tools (e.g., Trendalyzer, Glimpse)
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ multi-year strategic foresight implementations
- Experience securing $1M+ innovation budgets for future-oriented initiatives