Undersea Systems Vulnerability Analyst

Maritime Intelligence / Systems Engineer

Opportunity Overview

TheLeidos Analysis Solutions Business Area is seeking engineers to support the characterization ofundersea naval and multi-domain threats at both the subsystem and integrated networked combat-system levels. This position will also support the development and dissemination ofmaritime finished intelligence (FINTEL) products for theOffice of Naval Intelligence (ONI).

In this role, you will work at the intersection ofengineering, all-source intelligence, C4ISR analysis, and threat characterization, helping transform complex intelligence into defensible, operationally relevant assessments that support countermeasure development and mission planning.

Program objectives include:

• Produce objective, tradecraft-compliant FINTEL in accordance withICD 203.

• Produce defensible, sourceable FINTEL in accordance withICD 206.

• Maximize product disseminability to support countermeasure developers and operational stakeholders.

• Help close thesensor-to-shooter loop by connecting intelligence, engineering analysis, and operational vulnerabilities.

Primary Responsibilities

All-Source Intelligence Review

Review current intelligence assessments and reconcile available source holdings across the undersea domain, includingImagery Intelligence (IMINT), Electronic Intelligence (ELINT), Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), Human Intelligence (HUMINT), Geospatial Intelligence (GEOINT), Measurement and Signature Intelligence (MASINT), Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT), and Acoustic Intelligence (ACINT). Identify, assess, and prioritize key intelligence gaps requiring further analysis or collection.

C4ISR Architecture Characterization

Collaborate with engineering subject-matter experts to characterize adversaryCommand, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (C4ISR) architectures. Analysis may include:

• C4 node hierarchy and engagement decision timelines.

• Battle management, weapon-target assignment, and engagement sequencing under saturation conditions.

• Sensor integration, data fusion, and track-quality requirements for weapon handoff.

• Communications and datalink characteristics.

• Electronic Protection (EP) integration under jamming and Electronic Attack (EA) conditions.

Sensor-to-Vulnerability Analysis

Translate raw intelligence and technical data into operationally actionable assessments of adversary kill-chain architecture. Identify critical decision points, timing constraints, system dependencies, and architectural vulnerabilities that can directly informElectronic Warfare (EW), Electronic Protection (EP), and hard-kill countermeasure development.

Sensor-to-Shooter Chain Characterization

Characterize the full adversary sensor-to-shooter chain, from initial target detection through:

• Track development and reporting.

• Fire-control solution generation.

• Weapon-launch authorization.

• Post-launch guidance and support.

• Battle damage assessment.

Intra- and Inter-Platform Operations

Assess how threat platforms coordinate with other sensors, systems, and platforms. Characterize assesseddata-exchange formats, cueing protocols, cooperative-engagement logic, and system dependencies that contribute to integrated combat operations.

Targeting Data Quality

Evaluate track accuracy and latency requirements at key handoff points throughout the engagement chain. Assess how degradation in track quality resulting fromjamming, electronic attack, or other countermeasures may affect engagement effectiveness and overall system performance.

Disseminable FINTEL Production

Develop finished intelligence products consistent with customer sourcing and dissemination principles. When possible, derive assessments from sources classified atSECRET//REL TO USA, FVEY or below to maximize dissemination to allied partners and operational commands. Develop a separate SCI addendum only when SCI-level sourcing is necessary.

Required Education, Skills, and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree inscience, engineering, or a related relevant field and 8+ years-experience or master’s and 6+ years of relevant experience. Additional experience may be considered in lieu of degree.

• Prior experience producingmaritime intelligence products.

• Experience withsignal processing and/or systems engineering.

• Experience working withSIGINT, OSINT, and other relevant all-source intelligence disciplines.

• ActiveTop Secret clearance with the ability to obtainSCI access.

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduate degree inElectrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical field.

• Experience withGrapevine.

• Experience applying or working withArtificial Intelligence (AI).

• Candidates with a TS/SCI in-scope and active will be given preference.

Salary Range - $120K -$175K

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Original Posting:

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.