Foreign Space/Counterspace Intelligence Analyst

Cornerstone Signals & Cyber Technologies; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Cornerstone Signals & Cyber Technologies LLC is seeking a Foreign Space / Counterspace Intelligence Analyst (PRC Emphasis) to support the US Space Force. The role focuses on providing authoritative analysis of foreign space and counterspace capabilities, with emphasis on PRC, to senior USSF leaders and key decision-makers.

The position requires active TS/SCI clearance and experience briefing senior DoD or equivalent leadership, with a strong writing and analytical background to produce rapid,

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in Operations, Engineering, Scientific Research, Analysis, Policy, or Technical Writing.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth research and develop authoritative intelligence products on foreign space and counterspace capabilities.
• Fuse multiple intelligence sources into concise assessments adhering to IC and USSF standards.
• Brief USSF senior leaders, Space Staff, and other DoD or interagency stakeholders with clear, professional delivery.
• Analyze global developments in space and counterspace capabilities and emerging technologies to inform strategic planning.

Skills

Operations

Engineering

Scientific Research

Analysis

Policy

Technical Writing

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Foreign Space / Counterspace Intelligence Analyst (PRC Emphasis)

Location: National Capital Region (Pentagon, Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Crystal City, or other NCR sites)

Clearance: Active TS/SCI required

Overview

Cornerstone Signals & Cyber Technologies LLC (Cornerstone) teamed with D3 Air and Space Operations to support Headquarters Space Force with a highly skilled Foreign Space / Counterspace Intelligence Analyst to support the Director of Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) for the United States Space Force (USSF). This position will play a critical role in delivering authoritative analysis and comprehensive insights on foreign space and counterspace capabilities—particularly those of the People’s Republic of China (PRC)—to senior USSF leaders and other key decision‑makers.

Primary Responsibilities

Conduct Research and Produce Expert Analysis

Perform in-depth research, propose analytic topics, and develop authoritative intelligence products on foreign space and counterspace capabilities. Ensure products provide USSF leadership with timely, actionable insight into threats and opportunities within the space domain.

Synthesize All-Source Intelligence

Fuse multiple intelligence sources into concise, impactful assessments that adhere to established Intelligence Community (IC) and USSF/S2 standards and tradecraft. Ensure analytic rigor and relevance to ongoing strategic priorities.

Brief Senior Leadership

Deliver high‑level briefings to USSF senior leaders, Space Staff members, and other DoD or interagency stakeholders. Communicate complex intelligence findings clearly, accurately, and with professional confidence.

Assess Space Capabilities and Emerging Technologies

Analyze global developments in space and counterspace capabilities—including emerging technologies, operational trends, and doctrinal shifts. Develop forecasts and recommendations that inform USSF strategic planning and policy.

Qualifications

• Direct experience supporting USSF, Air Force, or related Intelligence Community organizations.
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• 10–15 years of relevant experience within the space or counterspace community as an active‑duty service member, government civilian, or contractor.
• Demonstrated expertise in one or more of the following fields: Operations, Engineering, Scientific Research, Analysis, Policy, or Technical Writing.
• Strong understanding of PRC and Russian space and counterspace programs.
• Minimum of three years’ experience briefing senior DoD or comparable leadership.
• Minimum of three years’ experience producing expert‑level analytic products focused on foreign space and counterspace capabilities, with emphasis on PRC.
• Minimum of three years’ experience conducting all‑source intelligence fusion in accordance with established IC methodologies.
• Exceptional writing and editing skills, with demonstrated experience producing and responding to Intelligence Requests in a high‑volume, rapid‑execution environment supporting multiple senior‑level customers, including the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence (HPSCI) and the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence (SSCI).