Senior Principal SIGINT Analyst

General Dynamics

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Work type: On-site
Location: Arlington, VA
Salary: $144,500–$195,500 / yr
Posted: 22 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live today
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation, ship construction, land combat vehicles, and information technology. It serves customers in the U.S. government, allied governments, and a diverse array of commercial markets.

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TL;DR · Senior Principal SIGINT Analyst

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The Senior Principal SIGINT Analyst joins a multidisciplinary team of analysts, data scientists, and software developers to integrate multiple intelligence sources into actionable products. This role involves conducting structured SIGINT analysis across various databases and platforms to identify patterns, relationships, and anomalies while developing reports, briefings, and structured data products for decision-making audiences. The position requires expertise in SIGINT tradecraft, including collection, exploitation, and legal considerations, alongside the ability to manage large, complex datasets. Key skills include all source analysis, data analytics, workflow automation, and SOP development. Candidates will also collaborate with technical personnel to translate analyst requirements into improved tools and automated workflows. The role addresses the challenge of turning diverse, technically complex SIGINT data into clear intelligence while ensuring that emerging technologies produce accurate, explainable results in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

SIGINT Data Analytics Python SQL Workflow Automation Data Science Network Analysis Pattern Analysis Anomaly Detection Entity Correlation Temporal Analysis Search Systems Scripting Notebooks Parsing

What you'll do

Conduct structured SIGINT analysis across multiple data sources to identify patterns, behaviors, and anomalies.
Use specialized tools and databases to interpret collected data and develop actionable intelligence leads.
Produce intelligence reports, assessments, and briefings that communicate findings, confidence levels, and operational relevance.
Apply legal authorities and policy requirements during the collection, analysis, and dissemination of SIGINT.
Translate analyst requirements into improved technical tools and automated workflows with software engineers and data scientists.
Convert manual analytic methods into repeatable, documented processes and automated capabilities.
Communicate complex technical SIGINT concepts and findings to both specialized and non-technical personnel.

What we're looking for

Must possess a current Top Secret/SCI clearance with a willingness to obtain a CI polygraph.
Must be a United States citizen.
10+ years of related experience in the field.
Bachelor's degree in International Relations, Homeland Security, Intelligence Studies, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
Proficiency in SIGINT tradecraft, including collection, analysis, exploitation, and understanding of legal considerations/authorities.
Experience using SIGINT databases, repositories, analytic platforms, and specialized tools to develop intelligence products.
Ability to communicate complex technical SIGINT concepts to both technical and non-technical personnel.
TS/SCI Clearance with current or willingness to obtain CI polygraph.

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