Target System Analysis Analyst
Core
Analyze all-source intelligence to produce advanced target system assessments for US federal government defense and national security missions.
Role type
Intelligence Analyst (Target System Analysis)
Builds
Decision-quality target system assessments and operational planning support for Combatant Commands.
Domain
Defense, National Security, Intelligence Analysis
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Joint Targeting Fundamentals (JTF) certification, All-source intelligence analysis, Joint Targeting Cycle (JTC) expertise, Weaponeering, Collateral Damage Estimation (CDE), Target validation, Effects assessment, Center of Gravity analysis, Critical Factors Analysis, Intelligence fusion, Analytic writing and visualization
Preferred skills
Prior service in a COCOM J2 targeting cell, 3+ years of relevant TSA experience, Proficiency with mission systems (RMT, CHROME, Cedalion, Warpath, MARS, MIDB)
Technologies
RMT, CHROME, Cedalion, Warpath, MARS, MIDB
Responsibilities
Develop advanced Target System Assessments (TSAs) using all-source methods; Integrate intelligence with operational planning activities; Contribute across the Joint Targeting Cycle including weaponeering and effects assessment; Apply DIA tradecraft and analytic methodologies; Coordinate with COCOM J2 targeting cells and joint partners; Produce high-quality analytical writing, visualizations, and briefings
Seniority
Mid-level Analyst