Signals Analyst

Leidos

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Work type
On-site
Location
Laurel, MD
Salary
$87,100–$157,450 / yr
Employment
Full-time
Posted
47 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live yesterday

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Similar $142k
This role $122k
$77k most similar roles pay here $180k

This role pays less than 62% of similar roles. Most pay $113,700–$170,000 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $122k versus about $142k for comparable roles.

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TL;DR · Signals Analyst

As a Signals Analyst within the Intel Sector, you will perform technical analysis of signals in both recorded and live environments to support Intelligence Community customers. Your daily responsibilities include operating signal collection, processing, and analysis equipment while evaluating new or previously unexploited signal data. You will diagnose and process standard and non-standard bit- and packet-level payloads, document findings through published reports, and deliver technical briefings according to government requirements. The role requires collaborating with other analysts across the Intelligence Community to maintain awareness of related efforts. To succeed, you must possess expertise in signals and payload analysis, as well as the ability to characterize complex data into actionable information. Required qualifications include a degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Mathematics, along with extensive experience in technical reporting and signal processing for national security missions.

What you'll do

  • Operate signal collection, processing, and analysis equipment in both recorded and live environments.
  • Analyze signals from recordings and live environments to identify technical characteristics.
  • Diagnose and process standard and non-standard bit- and packet-level payloads.
  • Evaluate and document the collection of new or previously unexploited signal data.
  • Write and publish detailed technical reports on signals and payload analysis.
  • Prepare complex technical reports documenting specific analysis results for customers.
  • Deliver technical briefings on findings in accordance with government direction and requirements.

What we're looking for

  • Must possess an active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph at the time of application.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, or a related discipline from an accredited university.
  • Minimum of seven years of experience as a Signals Analyst supporting programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.
  • Four additional years of Signals Analysis experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree.
  • Experience operating signal collection, processing, and analysis equipment in recorded and live environments.
  • Ability to diagnose and process standard and non-standard bit- and packet-level payloads.
  • Ability to write and publish technical reports and provide briefings on findings according to government requirements.

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