The Targeting Analyst will conduct GEOINT analysis and reporting, requiring expertise in remote sensing and intelligence analysis, while supporting targeting operations.
Job Description
BAE Systems, Inc. has a contingent opening for an Expert-level Targeting Analyst supporting US Army INSCOM primarily on Ft. Gordon, GA. The candidate's role will be to perform GEOINT exploitation, analysis and reporting of all Advanced GEOINT and Full Spectrum GEOINT (FSG) related disciplines, tradecraft, and products produced by INSCOM MIB-Theater Integrated GEOINT Divisions (IGD). Sub-disciplines include but are not limited to Synthetic Aperture RADAR (SAR), Electro-Optical (EO), Moving Target Indicator (MTI), Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR), Overhead Persistent Infrared (OPIR), Geospatial Information and Services (GI&S), Wide Area Persistent Surveillance (WAPS), geospatial data processing, and general intelligence analysis. The candidate must possess extensive knowledge and experience in Targeting operations and be considered an expert in the field.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
MA/MS degree in Remote Sensing, Cartography, Geography, or related field AND 10 years CURRENT Intelligence Analysis experience;
OR
BA/BS degree in Remote Sensing, Cartography, Geography, or related field AND 15 years of CURRENT Intelligence Analysis experience;
OR
HS diploma/GED AND Specialized Training with 20 years of Intelligence Analysis experience.
Relevant experience should be in the field of remote sensing, geospatial analysis, and/or all-source analysis, and include at least 5 years supporting the Joint Targeting Cycle.
Strong understanding of the Intelligence Cycle, Collection Management Cycle, Targeting Cycle, and supporting intelligence analytic techniques, as well as an understanding of Intelligence Support in the MDMP.
Expert-level research and writing skills; expert knowledge of GEOINT software including RemoteView, SOCET GXP, DIEE, and/or ArcGIS.
Experience with photogrammetric principles, techniques, and overseeing/executing target development standard as defined in JP 3-60 and CJCSI 3370.01D.
Training and expert knowledge in basic, intermediate, and advanced target development.
Ability to work non-traditional hours or days if mission requirements emerge.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
GPC-II Imagery Certification
Experience with commercial visualization software, MS Office suite of tools, and/or presenting at community forums and symposiums.
Completion of related Army (or service equivalent) 35/350G, 12Y/125D, or 35F/350F military occupational specialty school.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $107359 - $182510
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
BAE Systems, Inc. has a contingent opening for an Expert-level Targeting Analyst supporting US Army INSCOM primarily on Ft. Gordon, GA. The candidate's role will be to perform GEOINT exploitation, analysis and reporting of all Advanced GEOINT and Full Spectrum GEOINT (FSG) related disciplines, tradecraft, and products produced by INSCOM MIB-Theater Integrated GEOINT Divisions (IGD). Sub-disciplines include but are not limited to Synthetic Aperture RADAR (SAR), Electro-Optical (EO), Moving Target Indicator (MTI), Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR), Overhead Persistent Infrared (OPIR), Geospatial Information and Services (GI&S), Wide Area Persistent Surveillance (WAPS), geospatial data processing, and general intelligence analysis. The candidate must possess extensive knowledge and experience in Targeting operations and be considered an expert in the field.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
MA/MS degree in Remote Sensing, Cartography, Geography, or related field AND 10 years CURRENT Intelligence Analysis experience;
OR
BA/BS degree in Remote Sensing, Cartography, Geography, or related field AND 15 years of CURRENT Intelligence Analysis experience;
OR
HS diploma/GED AND Specialized Training with 20 years of Intelligence Analysis experience.
Relevant experience should be in the field of remote sensing, geospatial analysis, and/or all-source analysis, and include at least 5 years supporting the Joint Targeting Cycle.
Strong understanding of the Intelligence Cycle, Collection Management Cycle, Targeting Cycle, and supporting intelligence analytic techniques, as well as an understanding of Intelligence Support in the MDMP.
Expert-level research and writing skills; expert knowledge of GEOINT software including RemoteView, SOCET GXP, DIEE, and/or ArcGIS.
Experience with photogrammetric principles, techniques, and overseeing/executing target development standard as defined in JP 3-60 and CJCSI 3370.01D.
Training and expert knowledge in basic, intermediate, and advanced target development.
Ability to work non-traditional hours or days if mission requirements emerge.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
GPC-II Imagery Certification
Experience with commercial visualization software, MS Office suite of tools, and/or presenting at community forums and symposiums.
Completion of related Army (or service equivalent) 35/350G, 12Y/125D, or 35F/350F military occupational specialty school.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $107359 - $182510
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
Top Skills
Arcgis
Diee
Electro-Optical
Geospatial Information And Services
Light Detection And Ranging
Moving Target Indicator
Overhead Persistent Infrared
Remote Viewing
Socet Gxp
Synthetic Aperture Radar
BAE Systems, Inc. Austin, Texas, USA Office

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