FMV (Full Motion Video) Analyst - Journeyman

AEVEX Corp.; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 67,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Education benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

AEVEX Aerospace in McLean, VA is seeking an FMV Analyst to support national security objectives with hands-on training in FMV tradecraft and rapid career advancement.

The role includes creating imagery-derived products, briefing senior government personnel, and real-time analysis of FMV data, with a rotating schedule that includes nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• 3 years intelligence analysis experience OR a bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Completion of a formal Intelligence school course (Intelligence MOS).
• Ability to work a rotating shift schedule (nights, weekends, holidays).
• Strong analytical, writing, and critical thinking skills with high tempo operations.
• Proficient typing (32 wpm) and color discernment on video screens.

Responsibilities

• Master the trade through a three-week formal training course and on-the-job FMV practice.
• Produce imagery-derived graphics and reports for mission support.
• Prepare materials for senior government briefings with actionable insights.
• Exploit FMV imagery and integrate all-source information for real-time analysis.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Strong writing

Situational awareness

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Launch Your Career as a Full Motion Video (FMV) Analyst with AEVEX Aerospace

Are you ready to embark on an exciting and dynamic intelligence career that supports critical global counterterrorism missions? AEVEX Aerospace is a leader in FMV exploitation, and we’re looking for motivated individuals to join our team. As an FMV Analyst, you'll receive hands‑on training in all intelligence disciplines, advanced skills certification, and rapid promotion opportunities into instructor, subject matter expert, and management roles. This is more than just a job—it’s your chance to be part of a team that takes pride in protecting the nation, our freedom, and our families.

What You’ll Do:

• Master the Trade: Begin with a unique three-week formal training course, followed by robust on-the-job training in FMV tradecraft, exploitation tools, and cultural familiarization.
• Create Impactful Products: Produce imagery-derived graphic products and reports, publishing them for distribution to support mission‑critical operations.
• Support High‑Level Briefings: Compile intelligence materials for use in briefings to senior government personnel, ensuring they have the insights needed to make informed decisions.
• Engage in Real‑Time Analysis: Exploit FMV collected by sensors on ISR platforms, integrate all‑source information into FMV imagery analysis, and utilize an electronic light table to exploit NTM imagery.

What You’ll Gain:

• Career Advancement: Enjoy rapid promotion potential and cross‑training opportunities into specialized areas like Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR), Ground Moving Target Indicator (GMTI), and FMV Advanced Research.
• Support & Benefits: From day one, you’ll have access to generous paid time off, education benefits, and career advancement pathways.
• Hands‑On Experience: Develop your skills in a real‑world environment, gaining invaluable experience in intelligence analysis.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience: 3 years of intelligence analysis experience OR a bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Training: Completion of a formal Intelligence school course, resulting in an Intelligence MOS (e.g., All‑Source, IMINT, SIGINT, HUMINT).
• Flexibility: Ability to work a rotating shift schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical, writing, and critical thinking skills, with the ability to maintain situational awareness during high‑tempo operations.
• Technical Proficiency: Working knowledge of MS Office, ability to type 32 words per minute with 90% accuracy, and discern red, green, blue, and yellow colors on a video screen.

Preferred Qualifications:

• FMV Expertise: Experience exploiting Full Motion Video and a basic understanding of sensor capabilities and the TCPED process.
• Imagery Analysis: Familiarity with national imagery product standards and experience in imagery analysis.
• Counterterrorism Insight: Background in counterterrorism analysis and the ability to articulate information during high‑tempo operations.

Physical Demands:

• Operational Flexibility:Be prepared to sit, talk, listen, and frequently walk, use hands, and reach with arms as part of daily job functions.
• Mobility:Occasionally required to stand and lift/move up to 30 pounds. Must complete all medical examinations required for temporary duty or full‑time deployment as needed.

Security Clearance:

• Active TS/SCI

Join Our Team:

At AEVEX Aerospace, we’re committed to your growth and success. As part of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to advance rapidly and develop expertise in areas that matter most to national security. If you’re ready to make a difference and start an exciting career in FMV analysis, we want to hear from you!

The Company provides a reasonable range of compensation. Actual compensation is influenced by an array of factors including, but not limited to, skill set, level of experience, and specific location. The range of starting pay for this position is for the listed location only.

Salary Range

$32—$36.85 USD

About AEVEX

AEVEX, headquartered in Solana Beach, California, supports the U.S. national security mission and partner nation needs around the world by providing full‑spectrum aviation, remote sensing, and analysis solutions. The company's capabilities include custom design and engineering; rapid prototyping; sensor integration and sustainment; aircraft modification and certification; flight test instrumentation and support; mission operations service; advanced intelligence data processing, exploitation, and dissemination solutions; and tailored hardware and software mission‑system tools. AEVEX uses agile and customized approaches to rapidly define, develop, and deliver specialized solutions for airborne special mission needs for the U.S. Government, partner nations, and commercial businesses. AEVEX has major offices in California, Florida, North Carolina, Ohio, and Virginia.

AEVEX provides a full suite of comprehensive benefits, including a 401(k)-retirement plan, comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance group coverage with a portion of the premiums paid by the company, professional development funds, and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support, among other benefits for qualified employees.

Recruitment Communication Notice: All official correspondence regarding your application, application status, interviews, or the AEVEX hiring process will come directly from an AEVEX representative using an @aevex.com email address or through Greenhouse, our applicant tracking system. Please use caution with communications claiming to represent AEVEX from other email domains, and always verify the sender before responding or providing personal information.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

AEVEX is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military and veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, physical disability, mental disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.