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Signals Analyst
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What they do
A Signal Processing Engineer develops, tests, and implements digital signal processing algorithms.
$128,852 / year median in Maryland
-1% projected decline
Job Description
Signals Analyst
Markon is seeking a Signals Analyst 2 to support the Fort Meade customer by conducting advanced radio frequency (RF) signal analysis in support of mission-critical intelligence operations. This role is responsible for analyzing signal characteristics, determining signal structure, defining signal parameters, and modeling signal behavior across a variety of communication and non-communication signal types. The role works closely with engineers, analysts, and mission stakeholders to support target development, waveform analysis, and technical intelligence production.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities
- Conduct advanced RF signal analysis to characterize and identify complex signal emissions
- Analyze signal structure, define signal parameters, and model signal behavior
- Perform technical analysis of COMINT, ELINT, FISINT, and/or
PROFORMA
data- Conduct waveform, bitstream, and protocol analysis to support mission objectives
- Support target development through technical signal characterization and analysis
- Analyze Foreign Satellite (FORNSAT) communications and associated signal activity
- Develop technical documentation, reports, and briefings to communicate analytical findings
- Collaborate with engineers and intelligence analysts to develop mission-focused technical solutions
- Research emerging signal technologies and recommend improvements to analytical methodologies Qualifications
- Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph with this Customer
- Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of relevant experience; Master's degree and 3+ years; Doctoral degree and 2+ years; or Associate's degree and 7+ years of relevant experience. Equivalent military training and experience may be substituted in accordance with contract requirements.
- Degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, Physical Science, or a related technical discipline. Additional degree fields may be considered with relevant military training.
- Experience conducting RF signal analysis with expertise in one or more of the following: COMINT, ELINT, FISINT, or
PROFORMA
- Experience analyzing signal characteristics, signal structure, waveform behavior, and bitstreams
- Experience supporting target development and technical intelligence analysis
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills Desired Qualifications
- Expertise in multiple signal analysis disciplines, including COMINT, ELINT, FISINT, and
PROFORMA
- Experience analyzing FORNSAT communications and satellite signal activity
- Completion of military signal analysis training programs such as MCSAP, MESAP, MOSAP, or equivalent
- Experience supporting Intelligence Community or Department of Defense signals intelligence missions Salary Range USD $130,000.