Senior Program Analyst- Unmanned Aircraft Systems (TS-SCI Required)

Experience Requirements

• Experience in operations and/or management of UAS platforms (RQ-4/RQ-9).
• 3 years HAF (HQs Air Force/SAF (Secretary of the Air Force) /MAJCOM (Major Commands) staff experience; 5 years highly desired.
• 10 years intelligence platform or flight or sensor operations experience – UAS/RPA specific, highly desired.
• 10 years’ experience in RPA-specific flight operations (desired).
• In-depth knowledge and experience in Air Force RPA (UAS) systems to include aircraft, sensors, payloads, ground control stations, and PED, to include familiarity with DCGS.
• 2 years’ CONOP (Concept of Operations) and/or CONEMP (Concept of Employment) plans experience.
• Experience on RPA programs and familiarity with JCIDS, PPBES, and systems acquisition, highly desired.
• Ability to interface and perform frequent technical and programmatic liaison functions with the Air Staff, OSD, Joint Staff, MAJCOMs, and other US Government and allied organizations.

Duties

UAS/ Multi-INT Sensing Strategy, Plans and Programs

Provide technical programmatic and subject matter expert (SME) support to the functional managers, requirements officer, and PEMs for all UAS, fused multi-INT sensing, and QRC capabilities, and associated architecture and ground systems, under the organizational responsibility of AF/A3. These include MQ-9 and other UAS or ISR system as directed by AF/A2/6 and AF/A3. This support is required in the areas of strategy and policy development for planning, operational development and justification, requirements analyses, technical assessments, and program reviews in support of operations, communications, and research, development and acquisition, and sustainment activities. Also, the contractor will perform a variety of capabilities-based planning, programming, and requirements duties to support CONOPS, CONEMP, and flight plan development in accordance with the strategic planning process. Collaborate with team members to support mission requirements.

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HAF SIGINT Project/Program Oversight

Oversee a large-scale SIGINT portfolio for the Department of the Air Force (DAF), managing funds exceeding $400 million. Ensured alignment with HAF project objectives, budget constraints, and stakeholder requirements. Strategic Policy & Financial Analysis. Conduct in-depth analysis of congressional ISR budget allocations, prioritizing projects and contracts to ensure alignment with DAF operational needs.

Capability Gap Analysis & Strategic Planning

Provide strategic advice to senior leaders on advanced signals technologies and identify SIGINT capability gaps. Monitor cost overruns on existing contracts to mitigate HAF financial risks.

HAF Staffer - Additional Duties

Manage multiple daily requests for information (RFIs) from HAF and congressional offices, ensuring timely and accurate responses.

Strategic Leadership & Collaborative Efforts

Support cross-functional teams and foster innovative partnerships to advance SIGINT technologies within partner organizations across the Intelligence Community, enhancing information sharing and integration.

Skills
- Strong background in military operations, particularly in areas such as Special Operations and Joint Operations.
- Knowledge of intelligence-related fields, including Signals Intelligence, Counterintelligence, and Intelligence Targeting.
- Familiarity with Electronic Warfare principles and practices within the Intelligence Community.
- Ability to work effectively in high-pressure environments while maintaining attention to detail.
- Excellent problem-solving skills with a focus on innovative solutions for complex technical challenges.
- Understanding of Department of Defense (DoD) regulations and standards related to unmanned aircraft systems.

This position is ideal for individuals looking to contribute to cutting-edge technology while supporting military operations through the maintenance of unmanned aircraft systems.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $155,000.00 - $175,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Unmanned Aeirial Systems: 10 years (Required)
• DoD: 10 years (Required)
• Military intelligence: 10 years (Required)

Security clearance:

• Top Secret (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Arlington, VA (Required)

Work Location: In person