About the role
Job Summary
Seeking an experienced Senior Technical SIGINT Analyst Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support mission-critical Intelligence Community (IC) operations
The successful candidate will provide advanced technical expertise in Technical Signals Intelligence (TechSIGINT), ensuring compliance throughout the processing, collection, exploitation, retention, and analysis of signals
This role requires a deep understanding of signal characteristics, RF and digital signal behavior, and the legal and policy requirements governing TechSIGINT operations
The Senior Technical SIGINT Analyst SME will work closely with engineers, analysts, software developers, and government stakeholders to support the development, testing, training, and operational use of TechSIGINT applications while ensuring compliance with mission requirements and applicable authorities
Primary Responsibilities
Manage system requirements and derived requirements to ensure the delivery of production systems that are compatible with the defined system architecture(s) - Department of Defense Architecture Framework (DoDAF), Service-oriented Architecture (SOA), etc.
Contribute to the development of sections of systems engineering documentation such as System Engineering Plans, Initial Capabilities Documents, Requirements specifications, and Interface Control Documents
Assist with the development of system requirements, functional requirements, and allocation of the same to individual hardware, software, facility, and personnel components
Coordinate the resolution of action items from Configuration Control Board (CCB) meetings, design reviews, program reviews, and test reviews that require cross-discipline coordination
Participate in an Integrated Product Team to design new capabilities based upon evaluation of all necessary development and operational considerations
Allocate real-time process budgets and error budgets to systems and subsystem components
Generate alternative system concepts, physical architectures, and design solutions
Define the methods, processes, and evaluation criteria by which the systems, subsystems and work products are verified against their requirements in a written plan
Develop system design solution that satisfies the system requirements and fulfills the functional analysis
Review and provide input to program and contract work breakdown structure (WBS), work packages and the integrated master plan (IMP)
Participate in the development of system engineering documentation, such as System Engineering Plans, initial Capabilities Documents, Requirements Specifications, and Interface Control Documents
Participate in interface definition, design, and changes to the configuration between affected groups and individuals throughout the life cycle
Derive from the system requirements an understanding of stakeholder needs, functions that may be logically inferred and implied as essential to system effectiveness
Derive lower-level requirements from higher-level allocated requirements that describe in detail the functions that a system component must fulfill, and ensure these requirements are complete, correct, unique, unambiguous, realizable, and verifiable
Participate in establishing and gaining approval of the definition of a system or component under development (requirements, designs, interfaces, test procedures, etc.) that provides a common reference point for hardware and software developers
Develop derived requirements for Information Assurance Services (Confidentiality, Integrity, Non repudiation, and Availability); Basic Information Assurance Mechanisms (e.g., Identification, Authentication, Access Control, Accountability); and Security Mechanism Technology (Passwords, cryptography, discretionary access control, mandatory access control, hashing, key management, etc.).
Implement comprehensive SOA solutions
Implement operational view, technical standards view, and system and services view for architectures using applicable DoDAF standards
Review and/or approve system engineering documentation to ensure that processes and specifications meet system needs and are accurate, comprehensive, and complete
Capture all interface designs in a common interface control format, and store interface data in a commonly accessible repository
Assess each risk to the program and determine the probability of occurrence and quantified consequence of failure in accordance with an approved risk management plan
In conjunction with system stakeholders, plan the verification efforts of new and unproven designs early in the development life cycle to ensure compliance with established requirements
Prepare time-line analysis diagrams illustrating the flow of time-dependent functions
Establish a process to formally and proactively control and manage changes to requirements, consider impacts before commitment to change, gain stakeholder buy-in, eliminate ambiguity, ensure traceability to source requirements, and track and settle open actions
Manage and ensure the technical integrity of the system baseline over time, continually updating it as various changes are imposed on the system during the lifecycle from development through deployment and operations & maintenance
Support the planning and test analysis of the DoD Certification/Accreditation Process (as well as other Government Certification and Accreditation (C&A) processes)
Support the development and review of Joint Capability Integration Development System (JCIDS) documents (i.e., Initial Capability Document, Capabilities Description Document, IA Strategy)
Provide technical direction for the development, engineering, interfacing, integration, and testing of specific components of complex hardware/software systems to include requirements elicitation, analysis and functional allocation, conducting systems requirements reviews, developing concepts of operation and interface standards, developing system architectures, and performing technical/non-technical assessment and management as well as end-to-end flow analysis
Develop scenarios (threads) and an Operational Concept that describes the interactions between the system, the user, and the environment, that satisfies operational, support, maintenance, and disposal needs
Conduct quantitative analysis in non-functional system performance areas like Reliability, Maintainability, Vulnerability, Survivability, Produce-ability, etc.)
Establish and follow a formal procedure for coordinating system integration activities among multiple teams, ensuring complete coverage of all interfaces
Required Qualifications
Must have active Top Secret/SCI clearance with NSA Full Scope Polygraph
One of the following education and experience combinations:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, Physical Science, or related technical field and eight (8) years of relevant experience; or
Master's degree in a related technical field and six (6) years of relevant experience; or
Associate's degree and ten (10) years of relevant experience; or
Twelve (12) years of relevant experience in lieu of an Associate's degree.
Degrees outside the listed technical disciplines may be considered for candidates who have successfully completed applicable military Technical SIGINT training programs, including:
Navy 9141 Intermediate Technical ELINT Analyst
Air Force 1N2A Intermediate Technical ELINT Analyst
Army 451/461 Intermediate Signals Analysis
Army 452 Advanced Signals Analysis
Military Signals Analysis Program (MSAP)
Demonstrated experience in one or more of the following:
Communications Intelligence (COMINT)
Electronic Intelligence (ELINT)
Foreign Instrumentation Signals Intelligence (FISINT)
PROFORMA
Design or engineering of aerospace, communications, electronic, or industrial systems
Strong understanding of RF signal characteristics, digital signal processing, and signal exploitation methodologies
Knowledge of TechSIGINT compliance policies, procedures, and operational authorities
Experience supporting system requirements development, testing, and user acceptance activities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities
Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced operational environment
Desired Qualifications
Experience supporting Intelligence Community TechSIGINT mission operations
Experience collaborating with software development and systems engineering teams
Experience developing technical training materials and conducting end-user training
Knowledge of signal processing applications and RF analysis tools
Familiarity with Agile software development methodologies and requirements management
Experience supporting compliance validation, operational testing, and system accreditation activities
Experience serving as a technical lead or mentor within multidisciplinary engineering or analysis teams
Exempt hourly position. 11 paid holidays, minimum of 3 weeks PTO, company sponsored group medical plan, company paid dental, vision, life insurance, and STD/LTD plans. Salary is dependent upon the candidate’s experience and qualifications.
Momentum Engineering, Inc. fosters an employee-centric culture. Our strength lies in our people. With a high percentage of employees holding advanced degrees in engineering, computer science, and related disciplines, we bring deep technical expertise to every mission. Our team includes professionals with security clearances and full-scope polygraphs, ensuring trusted, secure support for the most sensitive national security initiatives. Additionally, our workforce is equipped with industry-leading certifications, demonstrating a commitment to continuous learning and excellence. Most importantly, our exceptional employee retention rate reflects a culture of professional growth, mission focus, and dedication—ensuring long-term stability and expertise for our customers’ critical needs.