Microelectronics Analysis Engineer / Analyst (PLEO & Navigation Systems)
Core
Analyze foreign microelectronics, semiconductor technologies, and integrated circuits to support intelligence assessments of Proliferated Low Earth Orbit (PLEO) architectures, satellite navigation systems, and Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) capabilities.
Role type
Intelligence Analyst (Microelectronics & Space Systems)
Builds
National-level intelligence assessments, threat analyses, technology forecasts, and executive briefings on adversary space and navigation technologies.
Domain
Defense Intelligence / Semiconductor Engineering / Space Systems
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Semiconductor device analysis, Integrated circuit characterization, Radiation-hardened electronics assessment, Supply chain evaluation, Technical intelligence tradecraft, Engineering modeling
Preferred skills
Reverse engineering, Device characterization, GNSS architecture knowledge, RF integrated circuit analysis, Semiconductor fabrication process knowledge, Data analytics
Technologies
FPGAs, ASICs, SoC, Atomic clocks, Oscillator systems, RF components, Lithography tools
Responsibilities
Characterize semiconductor technologies supporting spacecraft avionics and navigation payloads; Evaluate semiconductor manufacturing capabilities and supply chains; Produce intelligence reports and threat analyses; Collaborate with engineers and intelligence professionals across the Intelligence Community.
Seniority
Mid-Senior level (3-12 years experience)
