Imagery Analyst - Geospatial Expertise (6+ Years Experience)
Location: Springfield, Virginia
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Imagery Analyst with a minimum of 6 years of experience in geospatial analysis to support the evaluation of imagery quality across a variety of advanced sensor systems. This role offers a unique opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and contribute to the optimization of imagery systems, helping to improve both the visual quality and functional performance of imagery products.
As an Imagery Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in quantifying the impact of system changes on imagery quality for both new and existing systems. You will work across a broad spectrum of sensors, including PAN, IR, MSI, SAR, FMV, and more. This position is essential to exploitation operations, ensuring high-quality imagery products are delivered to support mission success. Your expertise will help identify artifacts and anomalies and refine image quality standards to maintain operational excellence.
The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in imagery exploitation, a deep understanding of quality metrics (including NIIRS), and proficiency in common imagery software tools. This role requires both independent work and strong collaboration with a dynamic team.
Key Responsibilities:
Evaluate and assess the visual quality of imagery produced by various sensor systems (e.g., PAN, IR, MSI, SAR, FMV).
Quantify changes in product quality due to system modifications or upgrades.
Identify and analyze artifacts, anomalies, and discrepancies to ensure the highest standard of imagery is achieved.
Support exploitation operations by improving the quality and functionality of imagery systems.
Develop and apply image quality standards (e.g., NIIRS), scales, and metrics to assess imagery performance.
Provide expert analysis to optimize imagery products and ensure they meet customer requirements and mission objectives.
Required Qualifications:
Active Top Secret clearance with the ability to obtain TS/SCI clearance and pass a polygraph within 30 days of employment (required for the contract).
6+ years of Imagery Analysis experience within the Intelligence Community at the national level.
Bachelor's degree in a related technical or scientific field (e.g., Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Technology, etc.) OR 4+ years of additional experience in lieu of a degree.
Completion of Imagery Geospatial Intelligence Training Program or equivalent DoD training.
Proficiency in soft copy exploitation functionalities and image analysis.
Strong proficiency in RemoteView, IEC, SOCET GXP, and other imagery exploitation and display software.
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., PowerPoint, Excel, Word).
Knowledge of the intelligence collection process and imagery analysis workflows.
Excellent written and oral communication skills to convey findings, provide briefings, and write reports effectively.
Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment, collaborating with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
A passion for continuous learning, solving complex problems, and adapting to a fast-paced work environment.
Preferred Skills & Experience:
Expertise in image quality standards (e.g., NIIRS), image quality equations, and the application of quality metrics.
Familiarity with the NSG tasking, collection, processing, exploitation, and dissemination (TCPED) image chain.
In-depth knowledge of sensor imaging systems, their products, and associated exploitation processes.
If you are an experienced Imagery Analyst with a passion for geospatial intelligence and a commitment to ensuring the quality and accuracy of imagery products, this is your opportunity to join a dynamic team supporting mission-critical operations.
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