Special Operations Planner

Company Overview

We are a world-class team of professionals who deliver next generation technology and products in robotic and autonomous platforms, ground, soldier, and maritime systems in 50+ locations world-wide. Much of our work contributes to innovative research in the fields of sensor science, signal processing, data fusion, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and augmented reality (AR).

QinetiQ US’s dedicated experts in defense, aerospace, security, and related fields all work together to explore new ways of protecting the American Warfighter, Security Forces, and Allies. Being a part of QinetiQ US means being central to the safety and security of the world around us. Partnering with our customers, we help save lives; reduce risks to society; and maintain the global infrastructure on which we all depend.

Why Join QinetiQ US?

If you have the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges, then you will experience a unique working environment where innovative teams blend different perspectives, disciplines, and technologies to discover new ways of solving complex problems.  In our diverse and inclusive environment, you can be authentic, feel valued, be respected, and realize your full potential. QinetiQ US will support you with workplace flexibility, a commitment to the health and well-being of you and your family and provide opportunities to work with a purpose. We are committed to supporting your success in both your professional and personal lives.

Position Overview

Join us in supporting the United States Space Command (USSPACECOM), one of the nation’s eleven unified combatant commands responsible for space operations critical to joint warfighting. We are seeking an experienced Intelligence Analyst to serve as an embedded contractor supporting the USSPACECOM J2 directorate and the Joint Intelligence Operations Center (JIOC) at Peterson SFB in Colorado Springs, CO. The ideal candidate brings direct experience in SOF and/or Cyber collection environments, understands the authorities governing those activities, and can integrate that expertise with space-enabled intelligence to support multi-domain planning and senior leadership decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Advise the USSPACECOM J2 on collection operations relevant to SOF and Cyber missions, including authorities, tradecraft, and integration touchpoints with space-enabled intelligence
• Support intelligence sharing and coordination between USSPACECOM, USSOCOM, USCYBERCOM, and relevant interagency partners
• Conduct collection management, OSINT, space and counterspace analysis, and intelligence assessments in support of J2/JIOC priorities
• Contribute to integrated analysis products requiring combined space-domain and SOF/Cyber perspectives, including production of intelligence reports and executive briefing products for senior and flag-level leadership
• Support counter-intelligence planning where SOF and Cyber activities intersect with space operations
• Map the current intelligence acquisition landscape to identify convergence points with SOF and Cyber programs and develop prioritized recommendations for near- and long-term capability development
• Maintain strict operational security (OPSEC), manage classification levels (TS/SCI, SAP, ACCM), and ens271ure compliance with applicable legal and policy frameworks
• Utilize classified collaboration environments (SIPRNet, JWICS) to manage and disseminate compartmented intelligence products

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline (intelligence studies, national security affairs, political science, or related field)
• 8+ years of intelligence analysis or collection management in a SOF, Cyber, joint, or Combatant Command headquarters environment
• Direct experience supporting USSOCOM, USCYBERCOM, or their subordinate components, with a working knowledge of how those organizations collect intelligence and govern collection authorities
• Demonstrated ability to produce high-quality intelligence products, briefings, and assessments under high-pressure, short-suspense conditions
• Proficiency with classified systems and tools including SIPRNet and JWICS
• Active Top Secret/SCI clearance required; #qinetiqclearedjob

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in intelligence studies, national security affairs, space policy, or a related field
• Prior direct experience supporting USSPACECOM, J2/JIOC or another Geographic Combatant Command (GCC) intelligence directorate
• SR (Special Reconnaissance) qualification or equivalent SOF intelligence credential
• Familiarity with space domain awareness, satellite communications, missile warning, or space control missions and their intelligence equities
• Experience with all-source analysis, collection management tradecraft, and interagency coordination in a compartmented environment
• Background in counterintelligence operations or support to sensitive activities planning

Pay Transparency

The salary range for this role is $130,000 - $180,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. QinetiQ US considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Company EEO Statement

Accessibility/Accommodation:

If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [email protected] or call (540) 658-2720 Opt. 1 and let us know the nature of your request and contact information.

QinetiQ US is an Equal Opportunity employer. All Qualified Applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.