Automation and Analytic Modeling Engineer

LV8D Solutions, LLC; Chantilly (VA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

401(k) matching

Flexible PTO

Professional training & certifications

Job summary

LV8D Solutions is seeking an Automation and Analytic Modeling Engineer to advance analytic modeling, automation, and data processing for GEOINT programs. You will develop algorithms and automated workflows to accelerate intelligence delivery and improve mission effectiveness in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates bring 9+ years in intelligence or GEOINT, strong Python/R/MATLAB skills, and experience shaping end-to-end automation across collection, processing, and exploitation workflows.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field; 9+ years in intelligence/defense/GEOINT programs.
• Experience using analytic modeling tools to extract insights from GEOINT or imagery.
• Experience with automated collection, processing, exploitation, and analytic workflows.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement analytic models, algorithms, and automated workflows for GEOINT data.
• Leverage modeling, ML, statistics, and visualization to identify patterns and mission-relevant intelligence.
• Collaborate with engineers, analysts, data scientists, partners, and government stakeholders to translate challenges into solutions.

Skills

Python

R

MATLAB

Java

Data visualization

Machine learning

Geospatial data

Scripting

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/CS/Data Science/Math/Geospatial Science

9+ years in intelligence/ GEOINT programs

Tools

Python

R

MATLAB

SQL

Docker

Git

Job description

Mission Context

LV8D Solutions supports national security space and intelligence customers delivering next-generation sensing and exploitation capabilities. The Automation and Analytic Modeling Engineer serves as a senior engineering professional responsible for developing, implementing, and optimizing advanced analytic modeling, automation, and data processing solutions to accelerate the extraction of actionable insights from GEOINT and related intelligence data sources.

Position Overview

LV8D Solutions is seeking an Automation and Analytic Modeling Engineer. The successful candidate will combine expertise in data analytics, systems engineering, automation technologies, and intelligence workflows to enhance mission effectiveness, improve collection strategies, and reduce the time required to deliver meaningful intelligence to end users.

Interested candidates need to thrive in an innovative, fast-paced environment; are highly motivated and not afraid to take on uncharted territory; possess strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills; and be able to prioritize their time to be effective in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, and implement analytic models, algorithms, and automated workflows to extract insights from GEOINT and multi-source intelligence data.
• Leverage advanced modeling, simulation, machine learning, statistical analysis, and visualization tools to identify patterns, trends, and mission-relevant intelligence.
• Develop and optimize automated collection, exploitation, processing, and dissemination (PED) strategies to improve efficiency and accelerate intelligence delivery.
• Collaborate with engineers, analysts, data scientists, mission partners, and government stakeholders to translate operational challenges into technical solutions.
• Integrate emerging technologies, automation frameworks, and analytic capabilities into operational environments.
• Provide technical leadership and subject matter expertise regarding GEOINT data exploitation, automation technologies, and advanced analytics.
• Identify innovative approaches and non-traditional solutions to solve challenging intelligence problems and accelerate mission outcomes.
• Support system testing, validation, and performance assessment activities to ensure operational effectiveness and mission readiness.
• Prepare technical documentation, engineering reports, briefings, and recommendations for government leadership and stakeholders

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Geospatial Science, or a related technical discipline.
• 9+ years of experience supporting intelligence, defense, national security, or GEOINT-related programs.
• Demonstrated experience using analytic modeling tools and techniques to derive actionable insights from GEOINT, geospatial, imagery, or intelligence data.
• Experience developing and implementing automated collection, processing, exploitation, and analytic workflows.
• Strong understanding of GEOINT data sources, collection methodologies, and intelligence analysis processes.
• Experience with scripting and automation technologies such as Python, R, MATLAB, Java, or similar languages.
• Knowledge of data engineering, machine learning, artificial intelligence, statistical analysis, and data visualization methodologies.
• Ability to evaluate complex technical challenges and develop innovative, mission-focused solutions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with experience briefing technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Geospatial Science, or related field.
• Experience supporting National Security Space, GEOINT, ISR, or intelligence community programs
• Experience integrating commercial and government analytic platforms into operational workflows.

Security Requirements:

• U.S. Citizenship
• Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance
• Active Counterintelligence (CI) or Full Scope (FS) Polygraph

Work Environment:

• On-site work in a government or contractor facility
• Occasional travel (up to 10%)

About LV8D Solutions

LV8D Solutions is an elite Systems Engineering and Technical Advisory (SETA) company that delivers advanced systems engineering, integration, acquisition, mission operations, network communications, and cybersecurity support to our defense and intelligence customers. Founded in 2019, we apply our deep technical expertise, understanding, and mission-first mindset to design,acquire, and implement complex, high-impact solutions for our Intelligence Community (IC) and Department of War (DoW) customers. We specialize in every aspect of our customers’ space and ground mission systems while offering exceptional work-life balance and an exemplarycompensationand total rewards package designed to recruit, train, and retain top talentandcommitted to national defense and career growth.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

LV8D Solutions LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, gender, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected categories.

Performance & Recognition

Period of Performance (PoP) Bonus Opportunities
Performance-based bonus opportunities tied to contract or organizational performance.

Retention Incentive Benefit Bounty
Receive a payout for unused annual company contributions designated for health insurance premiums and professional training.

Referral Bonus
Earn up to $5,000 for each successful employee referral.

Customer Recognition Letter of Appreciation (LoA) Bonus Opportunities
Bonus opportunities based on customer recognition received through Letters of Appreciation.

Milestone Rewards
Celebrate your career achievements with anniversary awards on your 1st, 5th, 10th, and 20th years of service.

Financial & Retirement Benefits

Profit Sharing
Receive an annual contribution equal to 4% of your W-2 gross earnings into your 401(k), with immediate vesting.

401(k) Company Match
The company matches your 401(k) contributions dollar-for-dollar up to 6% of your monthly contribution, with immediate vesting.

Career Development

The company invests in your professional growth through:

• Annual financial support for professional training and industry certifications.
• Enhanced financial support for employees actively pursuing a degree at an accredited institution.

Work-Life Balance

Support for a healthy work-life balance includes:

• Flexible work hours
• Competitive paid time off (PTO)
• Company holidays

Health & Wellness Benefits

Medical Coverage

Three comprehensive Medical/Rx insurance plan options to meet the unique and individualized benefit needs of our employees

Dental & Vision

• Comprehensive dental insurance for employees and eligible dependents.
• Comprehensive vision insurance for employees and eligible dependents.

Income Protection

• 100% Company-Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance
• 100% Company-Paid Long-Term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

• 100% Company-Paid Basic Term Life Insurancewith Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) coverage.
• Optional employee-paid Supplemental Voluntary Life Insurance.