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Sierra Nevada Corporation

Chief Engineer

Plano, TX · On-site

Hands-on experience in system engineering lifecycle (requirements analysis, design, integration, verification, and validation) for ELINT/ESM products * Experience performing RF cascade analysis for ...

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What is an elint analyst?

An ELINT (Electronic Intelligence) Analyst is responsible for analyzing electronic signals collected from radar, communication systems, and other emitting sources to assess threats and gather intelligence. They interpret signal characteristics, identify patterns, and provide insights on potential adversary capabilities. ELINT Analysts work with classified data, using specialized tools to support military and intelligence operations. Their expertise helps in threat detection, electronic warfare planning, and national security decision-making.

What does an elint analyst do?

A typical day for an ELINT Analyst involves monitoring electromagnetic spectrum activity, analyzing intercepted signals, preparing intelligence reports, and briefing senior leaders or mission teams on findings. ELINT Analysts often work in secure facilities within multidisciplinary teams, collaborating closely with other intelligence professionals, engineers, and military personnel to piece together actionable intelligence. While much of the work is technical and analytical, effective teamwork and clear communication are crucial for ensuring timely, accurate intelligence support. This role can be fast-paced and requires adaptability to rapidly changing operational priorities. Gaining experience in the field opens up paths to senior analysis, intelligence management, or specialized technical roles within the defense and intelligence community.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as an elint analyst?

To thrive as an ELINT Analyst, you need a strong understanding of electronic intelligence collection, signal analysis, and data interpretation, often supported by a background in electrical engineering, computer science, or intelligence studies. Familiarity with specialized tools such as signal analyzers, spectrum analyzers, and classified intelligence databases, as well as certifications like CompTIA Security+ or specific military training, is highly valued. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills are vital soft skills in this role. These skills and qualifications are important because ELINT Analysts must accurately identify, assess, and communicate potential electronic threats to inform mission planning and national security decisions.

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Senior Specialist, Systems Engineering - Flight Test

Greenville, TX

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Job Title: Senior Specialist, Systems Engineer - Flight Test

Job Code: 39518

Job Location: Greenville, TX

Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked - and have every other Friday off

Job Description:

We are seeking a Senior Specialist, Systems Engineer to support the test, integration, and operational performance of advanced ELINT hardware and software systems on airborne ISR platforms, with some support for ground-based systems. In this role, you will take part in flight test activities including planning, execution, troubleshooting, data collection, and overall system evaluation. You will also use and improve test equipment and processes, help coordinate testing, maintenance, and repairs, and solve technical issues across a variety of system applications. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a hands-on, mission-focused environment and is committed to teamwork, technical excellence, and high ethical standards.

Essential Functions:

  • Partner with customers to test and evaluate both new and existing system capabilities.
  • Plan and conduct integration testing in lab environments as well as on airborne and ground-based platforms.
  • Confirm that new system features work as expected while making sure existing functionality remains reliable.
  • Collaborate with Systems Engineering, Agile Development, Flight Line Test, Product Development, and Project Engineering teams to understand and validate new system updates.
  • Document test results, system status, and hardware/software issues using established processes, and verify that fixes resolve identified problems.
  • Work directly with customers to support strong system performance and overall customer satisfaction.
  • Create end-user documentation that explains how to operate ELINT products.
  • Coordinate with management to meet project schedules and budget expectations for assigned work.
  • Provide clear, regular updates to management and customers on project progress and ongoing activities.
  • Apply operational ELINT knowledge and experience to support testing, analysis, and product performance.
  • Support analysis of customer requirements, including system and subsystem trade studies and detailed hardware/software specifications for key components.
  • Current or recently held Top Secret/SCI DoD security clearance with ability to maintain. 
  • Must be able to pass and maintain a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Class 3 Flight Physical and be willing to participate in airborne test flights. 
  • Must be able to work occasional weekend or overtime hours, as required.

 

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant engineering experience.
  • Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related engineering experience.
  • In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 10 years of prior related engineering experience.
  • Demonstrated operational experience with Tasking, Processing, Exploitation and Dissemination of ELINT data from an airborne ISR platform. 
  • Demonstrated knowledge of ELINT receiver systems, signal analysis equipment and techniques.  
  • Demonstrated experience with ELINT databases such as EPL, CED, EWIR, MIDB, etc. 

Preferred Additional Skills:

  • Experience as a USAF RC-135 Combat Systems Officer (CSO) / Electronic Warfare Officer (EWO) is preferred.   
  • Electronic Warfare Officers with experience on other airborne platforms and experienced ELINT Analysts are also encouraged to apply. 
  • Experience with Specific Emitter Identification (SEI) tools and techniques. 
  • Experience with testing and troubleshooting of ELINT or Electronic Warfare (EW) receiver systems. 
  • Hardware troubleshooting and maintenance experience. 
  • Experience with JIRA/Confluence/DOORS.

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