Associate Quantitative Analyst Jobs in Silver Spring, MD

Purpose and Impact: Amentum provides mission critical intelligence, counterintelligence, counterterrorism, digital forensics, and threat finance analysis across multi-functional teams supporting a global mission. Our analysts directly support the USACIC mission of Army CI/CT support through expert language and intelligence professionals. We employ teaming concepts in a fast-paced mission cycle providing analysts with the ability to operationalize intelligence throughout the world in near real-time. Amentum is seeking experienced Targeting Analysts to support counterintelligence targeting. This position will develop CI leads, based on the Group Synchronization Targeting Strategy, through open-source and classified source research; Develop targets and target systems for joint lethal and / or non-lethal engagements; Develop target nominations, create database records, and database target intelligence products; Produce all-source analytic damage estimates and battle damage assessments and assists with combat assessment requirements. Additionally, this role conducts collateral damage estimation, performs target list management, target strategy development, and provides joint target intelligence support to deliberate and dynamic target engagements. Work Schedule: Position is Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week, with core hours between 9am-3pm daily. Essential Responsibilities: * Provide recommendations for target prioritization to achieve commander objectives for plans and operations. * Provides database nominations, creates and updates database and uploads TMs into databases. * Provide the leads to the Targeting Review Board (TRB) as a Target Nomination Package. * Prepare and provide to the supported element Lead Tenders, Operational Support Packages, Program Profiles, and Target Development Packages as appropriate to highlight the operational potential where friendly and enemy elements intersect. * Provide research, analysis and recommendations regarding liaison efforts with operational and support elements, external intelligence agencies, and external federal law enforcement elements to foster an environment of cooperation and sharing of information to better develop future products. * Provide CI targeting methodologies training at the Fundamentals of Human Targeting Course (FHTC). * Develop CI High Value Individuals (HVIs), based on the S2 and Command Group priorities, through open-source and classified source research. * Provide specialized expertise in qualitative and quantitative analysis to provide an analytically derived, empirically supported, quantitative basis for decisions regarding targeting and other options to enhance the operational effectiveness of network attack efforts. * Participate in production, indications and warning, targeting, imagery, network analysis, counterintelligence, information operations, foreign disclosure, international engagements and threat analysis. The contractor shall initiate and conduct research efforts; plan, coordinate, and synthesize research to produce all source intelligence products/responses. * Provide research, analysis and recommendations regarding liaison efforts with operational and support elements, external intelligence agencies, and external federal law enforcement elements to foster an environment of cooperation and sharing of information to better develop future products. * Provide specialized expertise in qualitative and quantitative analysis to provide an analytically derived, empirically supported, quantitative basis for decisions regarding targeting and other options to enhance the operational effectiveness of network attack efforts. Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands: General Office environment. The work environment is fast-paced and sometimes involves extreme deadline pressures. The nature of the work requires a high degree of teamwork and cooperation with other members of the staff as well as individuals across the Company and Customers. Minimum Requirements (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities): * Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 12 years' relevant intelligence analysis experience; with a portion of the experience within the last 2 years, or * High school diploma and 20 years of relevant experience, or * Associate Degree and 16 years of relevant experience, or * Master's degree and 12 years of relevant experience. * Must have experience with all of the following: NGT, M3, RMT/WISE, CIA World Intelligence Review (WIRe), ENDECA, iCI, OSC, and HUMINT Online Tasking and Reporting (HOTR). Security Clearance Required: * TS//SCI - willing to take a Polygraph if requested by the client Minimum Education: * Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 14 years' relevant intelligence analysis experience; with a portion of the experience within the last 2 years, or * High school diploma and 20 years of relevant experience, or * Associate degree and 16 years of relevant experience, or * Master's degree and 12 years of relevant experience. Minimum Years of Experience: * Based on education listed above Required Certifications: * Graduate of in-residence Fundamentals of Intelligence Analysis course or Military Service equivalent This position is not designated as a safety sensitive position. As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant work environment, Amentum is a drug-free workplace and requires all personnel to comply with company drug and alcohol policies as a condition of emploiyment. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the drug screening process. Please note that this may include pre-hire screening for marijuana, as well as other federally controlled substances due to Amentum's role as a federal contractor and trusted partner to the US Government. Other Responsibilities: Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams. Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities. Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to his/her job. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. #javelin Compensation Details:
$140,000 - $145,000 The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws. Benefits Overview: Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include: * Health, dental, and vision insurance * Paid time off and holidays * Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching) * Educational reimbursement * Parental leave * Employee stock purchase plan * Tax-saving options * Disability and life insurance * Pet insurance Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits. Original Posting:
06/09/2026 - Until Filled
Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs. Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters .