Intelligence Analyst (AI/ML)

Leidos; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking an Intelligence Analyst (AI/ML) for Joint Base Langley–Eustis in Hampton, VA. The role focuses on delivering AI/ML and data analytics instructional support to Air Force intelligence personnel in a high-security environment.

Active TS/SCI clearance is required. You will communicate complex technical topics clearly to peers and management, contributing to mission success and advanced training programs within Leidos’ commitment to integrity and excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 4+ years of relevant experience or Associate’s with 6+ years.
• Active TS/SCI clearance.
• Familiarity with basic data analytics, LLMs, and AI/ML concepts.
• Understanding of AF and Intelligence Community processes.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Deliver instructional support for ACC A2 mission and staff.
• Provide instructional services enabling the A2 staff to meet its mission.
• Independently deliver and maintain classroom and virtual instruction on AI/ML concepts, LLMs, and data analytics.
• Execute tiered training adapting delivery to varying student levels.
• Instruct on AI/ML methodologies to build trust and proficiency.
• Provide hands-on support across Unclassified, Secret, and AFSCI domains.
• Assist analysts in developing and instructing new TTPs for AI/ML-augmented workflows.

Skills

Data analytics familiarity

AI/ML concepts

Strong written and oral communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Associate’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

Step into a mission where what you do truly matters!

At Leidos, innovation is at the heart of everything we do. Powered by a team as diverse as it is talented, we are driven by a shared passion for delivering bold solutions that fuel our customers' success. We believe in empowering our people, giving back to our communities, and leading with sustainability. Every action we take is grounded in integrity and a steadfast commitment to doing what's right—for our customers, our teams, and the world around us. Our Mission, Vision, and Values aren't just words—they're the compass guiding our journey toward a brighter future.

If this sounds like the kind of environment where you can thrive, keep reading!

Leidos is thrilled to share an exciting opportunity for a mission-focused Intelligence Analyst (AI/ML) at Joint Base Langley–Eustis in Hampton, VA! This is a chance to directly shape the next generation of Air Force intelligence professionals through cutting-edge AI/ML, data analytics, and automation training. Candidates must currently hold an active TS/SCI clearance.

What You’ll Do:

• Help empower the ACC A2 mission by delivering high-impact instructional support:
• Assist in providing instructional support services that will allow the A2 staff to achieve its mission:
• Independently deliver and maintain formal classroom and virtual instruction on tool-agnostic AI/ML concepts, Large Language Models (LLMs), Robotic Process Automation (RPA), and advanced data analytics, ensuring established courseware remains current with standard DoD and IC applications.
• Execute tiered role-based training, adapting delivery to meet varying student proficiency levels- ranging from foundational AI/ML user adoption and awareness to intermediate prompt engineering and automated workflow creation.
• Instruct personnel on the underlying methodologies of AI/ML to build trust, proficiency, and critical thinking regarding AI-generated outputs.
• Provide hands-on, over-the-shoulder support across all operational domains (Unclassified, Secret, and AFSCI).
• Assist analysts in developing, documenting, and instructing new Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs) that instruct analysts on how to translate traditional intelligence workflows into modernized, AI/ML-augmented processes.

What You’ll Need (Required):

• Candidates must currently hold an active TS/SCI clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree and 4+ years or Associate’s degree and 6+ years of relevant experience. Additional experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
• Familiarity with basic data analytics, LLMs, and AI/ML related concepts
• Understanding of intelligence processes and organizational responsibilities within the AF and the Intelligence Community.
• Effective written and oral communication skills, including ability to communicate detailed technical information to peers and non-technical management staff as needed
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office

Desired Qualifications:

• Air Force instructor certification
• Experience working within AF or ACC ISR Enterprise
• Understanding of instructional Systems Design (ISD) strategies and authoring tools

At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo - because the mission demands it. We are not hiring followers. We are recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We are already at step 30 - and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Pay Range:

Pay Range $65,650.00 - $118,675.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That’s why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.