Data Collection Manager

ECS

Falls Church (VA)

On-site

USD 80,000 - 120,000

Full time

28 hours ago

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Job summary

Everforth ECS in Falls Church, VA seeks a Data Collection Manager to support government AI/ML programs. You will collect and disseminate FMV data, identify requirements, and track collections, coordinating with Field Service Representatives globally.

The role requires DoW knowledge, 5+ years in FMV collection, and the ability to work onsite with a TS/SCI readiness mindset. Equal opportunity employer, competitive salary.

Qualifications

US Citizen; Security clearance as required for government work.
Active Secret clearance with ability to obtain TS/SCI.
Bachelor’s degree OR 8+ years related experience in collection management/ISR.
Knowledge of DoW/ISR operations and GEOINT collection processes.

Responsibilities

Collect and disseminate FMV data for AI/ML development per government requests.
Identify customer requirements and capture requests for FMV fulfillment.
Coordinate with Field Service Representatives to ensure quality video streams and metadata.
Operate onsite in Falls Church, VA with DoW/COCOM awareness.

Skills

US Citizen

Active Secret clearance

TS/SCI eligibility

Analytical communication skills

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

FMV data collection knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Data Science/Analytics, Computer Science, Business Management, or Library and Information Science

High School Diploma with 8+ years’ experience in collection management / ISR operations

Tools

MI Online

Unified Video Dissemination System (UVDS)

VIDEX

ISR collection management tools

Job description

Job Description

Everforth ECS is seeking

Falls Church, VA

Note: This position is contingent upon additional funding

Job Description

Everforth ECS is currently looking for a highly motivated Data Collection Manager to support a government customer. The primary role will be collecting and disseminating Full-Motion Video (FMV) data as requested by government customers for AI/ML developmental programs. The Data Collection Manager will be expected to identify customer requirements, capture those requests to identify FMV fulfilling the requirements, and tracking and maintaining interpersonal custody of collections. The Data Collection Manager will perform low-level maintenance and troubleshooting with Field Service Representatives (FSRs) across the globe ensuring that proper metadata and quality video streams are configured for AI/ML development.

Everforth ECS is seeking a former FMV Collection Manager with 5+ years experience collecting in the collection management career field, working to support the US Government, Allies and Partner countries, military units, subcontracting companies and other government agencies in various CONUS and OCONUS locations. The position requires an in-depth understanding of multiple sensors that provide data modalities such as EO, IR, Radar (Synthetic and Inverse Synthetic Aperture Radar), Satellite (Optical, Hyperspectral, Thermal) as well as operations, collections, and data dissemination associated with the stated modalities.

The Data Collection Manager will work closely with a Field Operations Lead and a team of Field Service Representatives who will be supporting both CONUS and OCONUS data collection operations. The candidate must have a knowledge of Department of War (DoW) units, across Combatant Commands (COCOMs) in order to ascertain data collection opportunities as required by the USG. The Data Collection Manager will be responsible to identify new data collection opportunities and ensure data streams are made available to enter into a data collection pipeline for AI/ML development. The Data Collection Manager will work in place onsite co-located with the government customer in Falls Church, Virginia.

Salary Range: $80,000-120,000

General Description Of Benefits

Required Skills

Must be a US Citizen
Active Secret clearance with ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI
Bachelor’s degree in Data Science/Analytics, Computer Science, Business Management, or Library and Information Science and 3+ years of experience OR High School Diploma with 8+ years’ experience working as a collection manager, imagery analyst, ISR Tactical Controller, and/or intelligence specialist supporting ISR operations
Demonstrate knowledge of the DoW Intelligence Community & global ISR operations
4+ years experience collecting in the collection management career field
2+ years experience utilizing feed consolidation tools such as the MI Online, Unified Video Dissemination System (UVDS), VIDEX & ISR collection management tools
Understanding of sensor data distribution and how aircraft relay sensor data, via Commercial Ku, Commercial Ka, and/or Wideband Global Satellite Communications (SATCOM) Ka satellites to ground entry points/gateways outside the Line of Site (LoS) footprint
Excellent analytical verbal and written communications skills
Ability to use MS Office applications (Word, EXCEL, PowerPoint) to create high quality customer deliverables
Ability to identify and gather relevant information on FMV clips through live mission assessments and post-mission log scraping
Adaptable; take ownership of tasks and deadlines
Ability to adapt and retain new knowledge
Knowledge of and experience with the GEOINT collection process
The ability to operate in a fluid, high operational tempo environment; Must demonstrate flexibility and the ability to change directions rapidly when required
During high-tempo operations, can relay and articulate information to varying stakeholders across multiple locations and time zones
Autonomous self-starter with a passion for analytics, critical thinking and problem solving
Strong collaboration and communication skills within and across teams
Experience with the Authority To Operate (ATO) cycle, including experience working at an AOC/CAOC/JAOC

Desired Skills

Active TS/SCI security clearance
Prior experience supporting Special Operations Force (SOF) teams and work in Joint Operations Centers conducting SOF ISR
Experienced in Multi-Int Analysis
Archiving System MAAS, ArcGIS, GETS, DCGS tools, AIMES, and Google Earth
2-4 years of related experience
FMV exploitation or GEOINT exploitation experience
Knowledge of and experience with the GEOINT collection process
Previous work with artificial intelligence and machine learning
Knowledge of the Joint Airborne Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (AISR) Sensor Data Transport Infrastructure
Experience working with or understanding of automatic/aided target recognition (ATR) systems and development
Knowledge of SIGINT sensors and associated aircraft

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ECS Federal LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis any characteristic protected by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local jurisdiction law.

Everforth ECS is the federal segment of Everforth, a $4B global organization with over 10,000 employees. Our nearly 3,500 professionals deliver advanced technology solutions in data and AI, cybersecurity, and enterprise transformation, serving defense, intelligence, and federal civilian agencies. Our work powers mission-critical outcomes, strengthens technology partnerships, and creates meaningful opportunities for our people. We are defined by a commitment to excellence in delivery, a culture of innovation, and an environment where talent can thrive and grow.

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