Deployable Intelligence Systems Operator (ASW/ELINT)

General Atomics Systems Integration; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Systems Integration, LLC (GA-SI) seeks an Intelligence Systems Operator (ASW/ELINT) to support ISR missions for MQ-9A/B operations. Work spans GCS, PED centers, and deployed environments, including mission planning, real-time ops, and post-mission assessments.

The role emphasizes ELINT system operation, data analysis, and collaboration with military and civilian customers, with potential travel and cross-team leadership responsibilities.

Qualifications

• ELINT experience with payload analysis and exploitation.
• Proven ability to compile and report technical data clearly.
• Willingness to travel CONUS/OCONUS as required.
• Experience supporting ISR missions in GCS/PED environments.

Responsibilities

• Deploys with military partners in GCS, TOCs, or PED centers.
• Operate and troubleshoot ELINT systems and associated software.
• Produce intelligence products and reports for mission tasking.
• Coordinate with mission planners to optimize collection plans.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.

Skills

ELINT operations

ISR analysis

mission coordination

strong communication

team leadership

Education

ISR technical training

US Military AFSC/MOS/NEC equivalence

Tools

Link 16

Job description

Job Summary

General Atomics Systems Integration, LLC (GA-SI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a provider of military and commercial engineering services. GA-SI is a leading-edge expert in systems integration technologies, reliability improvements, and controls system design. GA-SI Intelligence Services is seeking an Intelligence Systems Operator (ASW/ELINT) to support Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) missions associated with MQ-9A/B operations. Work will be performed in Ground Control Stations (GCS), Processing, Exploitation, and Dissemination (PED) centers, and deployed operational environments, supporting mission planning, technical support, real-time operations, and post-mission assessments.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deploys CONUS and OCONUS working with General Atomics operations, US Military Forces and/or Foreign Allied Military Forces in Ground Control Stations, Tactical Operations Centers, or PED centers.
• Operate and troubleshoot ELINT systems.
• Assess, analyze and report on ELINT activity.
• Manipulate various software systems to support ELINT operations.
• Produce intelligence products and tippers.
• Recommend collection plan.
• Coordinate with mission planners and teammates to best accomplish the desired mission tasking.
• Develop and maintain appropriate electronic and hard copy products, reports and records.
• May participate with engineering in the development of new and existing technologies; may analyze imagery data in consultation with engineering to determine improvements.
• Represent the Company as a primary interface with internal and external customers.
• May provide guidance and training to less experienced operators.
• Maintain the strict confidentiality and proper handling of sensitive information and US government classified material.
• Responsible for ensuring all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations are observed wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
• Responsible for ensuring work is accomplished in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Qualifications

• Typically requires technical training in Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR); ELINT or equivalent US Military AFSC/MOS/NEC or a related military or civilian discipline and six or more years experience in payload analysis and exploitation, and intelligence products delivery.
• Progressive experience in strategic and tactical ELINT operations and employment.
• Desired experience on Maritime Patrol and ASW aboard fixed, rotary, and/or remotely operated systems (including, but not limited to, P-3, P-8, SH-60B/R, S-3, RQ/MQ-4, and MQ-9A/B) aircraft.
• Experience in multi-sensor/multi-domain in UAS joint and /or Multi-National operations.
• Experience with Link 16.
• Ability to compile, interpret and analyze technical data, and contribute solutions to complex problems.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills to effectively interface with all levels of employees, and to represent the Company with military and civilian customers, contractors, and aircrew.
• Complete knowledge of computer operations and applications.
• Ability to work both independently and lead in a team environment is essential, as is the ability to work extended hours and travel CONUS and OCONUS as required.

Job Type: Flex Hourly
Salary range: 63,000 - 105,375