PIR Exploitation Analyst

Summary

Directly support the National Air and Space Intelligence Center's (NASIC) scientific and technical intelligence mission, delivering PIR exploitation products that inform Missile Defense Agency (MDA) test planning, sensor calibration, and national-level threat characterizationShape how emerging OPIR, GEOINT, and MASINT sensor data is fused, analyzed, and turned into actionable intelligence for warfighters, acquisition decision-makers, and policymakersWork at the leading edge of space-based remote sensing and IR phenomenology - helping close critical gaps between raw collection and usable intelligence on foreign missile and weapons developmentContribute tradecraft and technical judgment that feeds directly into MDA test event planning, ensuring collection requirements are met and sensor performance is properly characterizedWhat You'll Be Owning Apply PIR exploitation tradecraft and structured analytic workflows to process, characterize, and report on infrared sensor data and eventsPerform IR sensor operations support, including data quality review, sensor performance assessment, and exploitation of thermal/spectral signaturesConduct IR signature phenomenology analysis to distinguish, classify, and characterize target events (e.g., missile launches, plumes, thermal anomalies) from background and false alarmsApply space-based remote sensing principles to support tasking, collection, and exploitation across OPIR and related sensor architecturesDevelop, test, and refine algorithms for signal processing and automated/semi-automated data exploitation workflowsPlan and execute field test events and data collections, coordinating sensor tasking, ground truth collection, and post-event data capturePerform advanced data analysis and signal processing on multi-INT datasets to support technical intelligence assessmentsIntegrate understanding of OPIR, GEOINT, and MASINT sensor systems and data products to support MDA test requirements, collection planning, and mission partner needsProduce and present technical intelligence assessments, briefings, and written products to NASIC leadership, mission partners, and national-level customersCoordinate with cross-functional teams (systems engineers, program management, other INT disciplines) to ensure exploitation workflows align with mission and program objectivesWhat You Must Have Active TS/SCI clearance (or ability to obtain/transfer) - required to startBachelor's degree in a related technical field (Physics, Engineering, Math, Remote Sensing, or similar), or equivalent experience/military-DoD training in lieu of degree5+ years of relevant work experienceDemonstrated experience in PIR/OPIR exploitation, IR sensor data analysis, or related technical intelligence disciplinesWorking knowledge of IR signature phenomenology and space-based remote sensing conceptsExperience with algorithm development/programming applied to sensor data exploitation or signal processing (e.g., MATLAB, Python, or similar)Familiarity with field test planning, data collection execution, or sensor tasking/collection processesUnderstanding of OPIR, GEOINT, and/or MASINT sensor systems, data types, and exploitation tools (e.g., ArcGIS, ENVI, SOCET GXP, Remote View, or equivalent)SIPRNet/JWICS experience and familiarity with multi-INT fusion workflows across GEOINT, MASINT, and SIGINTStrong written and verbal communication skills, with ability to produce technical reports and briefings for senior stakeholdersAbility to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, mission-focused environmentWhat Would Be Nice to Have Prior experience supporting NASIC, MDA, or a related national intelligence/DoW collection organizationDirect experience with MDA test planning, sensor performance characterization, or missile defense collection requirementsAdvanced degree (MS) in a relevant technical or scientific disciplineExperience with additional exploitation tools (IOTS, TMS, GAT, RET, HAAPi, PDP Viewer, COMET, Palette, Black Wolf, MIST, ERDAS IMAGINE, AGITK, WARP, GETS, or similar)Signal processing experience specific to infrared, radar, or RF sensor phenomenologyPrior work on a NOVASTAR, ATEP II, or similar NASIC-supporting contract vehicleWhy Choose GRVTY The toughest national security challenges demand vision and ingenuity, not just resources. We deliver mission and technical expertise to outpace our adversaries. We're purpose-built to tackle the most entrenched, systemic national security issues around the world.We partner with our customers to help them overcome challenges in every corner of technology and defense- including the ones still being explored. Our growing capabilities create complementary advantages, giving on-the-ground operations the edge they need to succeed. We muster everything we have to answer every challenge presented, every day of our lives.At GRVTY, we believe that when our employees thrive, our company thrives. That's why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and work-life balance.Robust health plan including medical, dental, and visionHealth Savings Account with company contributionAnnual Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays401k with generous company matchTraining and Development OpportunitiesVariety of Company Sponsored EventsEEO Statement GRVTY, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.Anyone requiring reasonable accommodations should email recruiting@grvty.com or call 703-544-7930 with requested details. A member of the HR team will respond to your request within 2 business days.Voluntary Self-Identification For government reporting purposes, we ask candidates to respond to the below self-identification survey.Completion of the form is entirely voluntary. Whatever your decision, it will not be considered in the hiringprocess or thereafter. Any information that you do provide will be recorded and maintained in aconfidential file.As set forth in GRVTY's Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.If you believe you belong to any of the categories of protected veterans listed below, please indicate by making the appropriate selection.As a government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA), we request this information in order to measurethe effectiveness of the outreach and positive recruitment efforts we undertake pursuant to VEVRAA. Classification of protected categoriesis as follows:A "disabled veteran" is one of the following: a veteran of the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service who is entitled to compensation (or who but for the receipt of military retired pay would be entitled to compensation) under laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs; or a person who was discharged or released from active duty because of a service-connected disability.A "recently separated veteran" means any veteran during the three-year period beginning on the date of such veteran's discharge or release from active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval, or air service.An "active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran" means a veteran who served on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service during a war, or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized under the laws administered by the Department of Defense.An "Armed forces service medal veteran" means a veteran who, while serving on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service, participated in a United States military operation for which an Armed Forces service medal was awarded pursuant to Executive Order 12985.#J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Description

Directly support the National Air and Space Intelligence Center's (NASIC) scientific and technical intelligence mission, delivering PIR exploitation products that inform Missile Defense Agency (MDA) test planning, sensor calibration, and national-level threat characterizationShape how emerging OPIR, GEOINT, and MASINT sensor data is fused, analyzed, and turned into actionable intelligence for warfighters, acquisition decision-makers, and policymakersWork at the leading edge of space-based remote sensing and IR phenomenology - helping close critical gaps between raw collection and usable intelligence on foreign missile and weapons developmentContribute tradecraft and technical judgment that feeds directly into MDA test event planning, ensuring collection requirements are met and sensor performance is properly characterizedWhat You'll Be Owning Apply PIR exploitation tradecraft and structured analytic workflows to process, characterize, and report on infrared sensor data and eventsPerform IR sensor operations support, including data quality review, sensor performance assessment, and exploitation of thermal/spectral signaturesConduct IR signature phenomenology analysis to distinguish, classify, and characterize target events (e.g., missile launches, plumes, thermal anomalies) from background and false alarmsApply space-based remote sensing principles to support tasking, collection, and exploitation across OPIR and related sensor architecturesDevelop, test, and refine algorithms for signal processing and automated/semi-automated data exploitation workflowsPlan and execute field test events and data collections, coordinating sensor tasking, ground truth collection, and post-event data capturePerform advanced data analysis and signal processing on multi-INT datasets to support technical intelligence assessmentsIntegrate understanding of OPIR, GEOINT, and MASINT sensor systems and data products to support MDA test requirements, collection planning, and mission partner needsProduce and present technical intelligence assessments, briefings, and written products to NASIC leadership, mission partners, and national-level customersCoordinate with cross-functional teams (systems engineers, program management, other INT disciplines) to ensure exploitation workflows align with mission and program objectivesWhat You Must Have Active TS/SCI clearance (or ability to obtain/transfer) - required to startBachelor's degree in a related technical field (Physics, Engineering, Math, Remote Sensing, or similar), or equivalent experience/military-DoD training in lieu of degree5+ years of relevant work experienceDemonstrated experience in PIR/OPIR exploitation, IR sensor data analysis, or related technical intelligence disciplinesWorking knowledge of IR signature phenomenology and space-based remote sensing conceptsExperience with algorithm development/programming applied to sensor data exploitation or signal processing (e.g., MATLAB, Python, or similar)Familiarity with field test planning, data collection execution, or sensor tasking/collection processesUnderstanding of OPIR, GEOINT, and/or MASINT sensor systems, data types, and exploitation tools (e.g., ArcGIS, ENVI, SOCET GXP, Remote View, or equivalent)SIPRNet/JWICS experience and familiarity with multi-INT fusion workflows across GEOINT, MASINT, and SIGINTStrong written and verbal communication skills, with ability to produce technical reports and briefings for senior stakeholdersAbility to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, mission-focused environmentWhat Would Be Nice to Have Prior experience supporting NASIC, MDA, or a related national intelligence/DoW collection organizationDirect experience with MDA test planning, sensor performance characterization, or missile defense collection requirementsAdvanced degree (MS) in a relevant technical or scientific disciplineExperience with additional exploitation tools (IOTS, TMS, GAT, RET, HAAPi, PDP Viewer, COMET, Palette, Black Wolf, MIST, ERDAS IMAGINE, AGITK, WARP, GETS, or similar)Signal processing experience specific to infrared, radar, or RF sensor phenomenologyPrior work on a NOVASTAR, ATEP II, or similar NASIC-supporting contract vehicleWhy Choose GRVTY The toughest national security challenges demand vision and ingenuity, not just resources. We deliver mission and technical expertise to outpace our adversaries. We're purpose-built to tackle the most entrenched, systemic national security issues around the world.We partner with our customers to help them overcome challenges in every corner of technology and defense- including the ones still being explored. Our growing capabilities create complementary advantages, giving on-the-ground operations the edge they need to succeed. We muster everything we have to answer every challenge presented, every day of our lives.At GRVTY, we believe that when our employees thrive, our company thrives. That's why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and work-life balance.Robust health plan including medical, dental, and visionHealth Savings Account with company contributionAnnual Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays401k with generous company matchTraining and Development OpportunitiesVariety of Company Sponsored EventsEEO Statement GRVTY, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.Anyone requiring reasonable accommodations should email recruiting@grvty.com or call 703-544-7930 with requested details. A member of the HR team will respond to your request within 2 business days.Voluntary Self-Identification For government reporting purposes, we ask candidates to respond to the below self-identification survey.Completion of the form is entirely voluntary. Whatever your decision, it will not be considered in the hiringprocess or thereafter. Any information that you do provide will be recorded and maintained in aconfidential file.As set forth in GRVTY's Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.If you believe you belong to any of the categories of protected veterans listed below, please indicate by making the appropriate selection.As a government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA), we request this information in order to measurethe effectiveness of the outreach and positive recruitment efforts we undertake pursuant to VEVRAA. Classification of protected categoriesis as follows:A "disabled veteran" is one of the following: a veteran of the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service who is entitled to compensation (or who but for the receipt of military retired pay would be entitled to compensation) under laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs; or a person who was discharged or released from active duty because of a service-connected disability.A "recently separated veteran" means any veteran during the three-year period beginning on the date of such veteran's discharge or release from active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval, or air service.An "active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran" means a veteran who served on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service during a war, or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized under the laws administered by the Department of Defense.An "Armed forces service medal veteran" means a veteran who, while serving on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service, participated in a United States military operation for which an Armed Forces service medal was awarded pursuant to Executive Order 12985.#J-18808-Ljbffr