Aerospace Engineering Analyst

CACI International; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 172,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI is seeking an Aerospace Technologies Analyst to support the National Ground Intelligence Center in Charlottesville, VA. The role involves performing and coordinating analyses of foreign UAV/UAS capabilities and preparing technical assessments for project leadership.

The ideal candidate has a BA/BS in aerospace engineering, 3+ years in DoD analytical work, and an active TS/SCI clearance. Strong written and verbal communication skills are required.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in aerospace, aeronautical or related engineering field.
• 3+ years in a technical analytical role on DoD programs.
• Experience with unmanned aerial systems (UAV/UAS).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Active DoD TS/SCI clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analysis on foreign fixed-wing UAS, including system design, aerodynamics, flight performance, and battlefield effectiveness.
• Predict future capabilities and identify vulnerabilities for mitigation.
• Inform decisions across Detect & Identify, Track, Defeat thresholds.
• Increase threat characterization and data dissemination to close information gaps.
• Identify technical omissions and discrepancies using open-source and government data.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Verbal and written

Independent work

UAV/UAS experience

Education

BA/BS in Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering

Job description

Job Title: Aerospace Engineering Analyst

Job Category: Engineering

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Continental US

The Opportunity

CACI is seeking an Aerospace Technologies Analyst to perform and manage the production of various products in coordination with project and program leadership at the National Ground Intelligence Center in Charlottesville VA.

This position will research and exploit key data sources to assess capabilities of foreign Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) and Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS).

You will leverage knowledge of aerospace engineering and UAV/UAS to develop analytical assessments to developing systems technologies, combat environments, concepts of operation, and tactics to develop assessments of intentions and capabilities, limitations, and vulnerabilities of foreign UAV and UAS technologies.

You will fully inform and ensure discussion advantage across multiple threshold and objective requirements.

Responsibilities

• Must be capable of conducting analysis on foreign fixed wing unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), specifically engineering analysis and characterization of system design and sub technologies, aerodynamic properties, flight performance (e.g., range, endurance, payload, etc.), and tactical effectiveness.
• Predict future capabilities and effectiveness based on modifications or evolutionary changes; and identification of vulnerabilities for exploitation/threat mitigation by US materiel solutions.
• Fully inform and ensure decision advantage across multiple threshold and objective requirements (e.g., Detect & Identify, Track, Defeat)
• Based on known and anticipated requirements, increase threat characterization, signature development and dissemination throughput to close standing informational gaps.
• Determine technical omissions, discrepancies, and reliability of all-source material by applying known technical constraints on equipment operation or technology application, and extrapolating from established data on foreign equipment characteristics, foreign research and development (R&D) and production capabilities.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree Aerospace, Aeronautic, or similar engineering discipline.
• 3+ years of experience serving in a technical analytical role on DoD related programs and projects.
• All source intelligence analysis experience is preferred.
• Must have demonstrated capability producing analytic assessments with experience in unmanned aerial systems.
• Must have strong verbal and written skills.
• Active in scope DoD TS/SCI security clearance is a requirement.
• Ability to conduct analysis and produce comprehensive technical assessments that include independent research and technical writing.
• U.S. Military experience is beneficial.
• Must have demonstrated capability producing analytic assessments.
• Must possess the ability to work independently with minimal oversight while maintaining focus on research objectives defined by the client.
• Analytical and/or hands-on experience with UAV and UAS.

What You Can Expect

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation’s most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$82,100-$172,400

Equal Opportunity

CACI is anEqualOpportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any otherprotectedcharacteristic.