ISR Collection Manager

Leidos; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 92,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos in Augusta, GA is seeking an ISR Collection Manager, a Subject Matter Expert in a small crew, to develop mission task lists and coordinate requirements with payload operators. The role requires Top Secret/Sci clearance, a bachelor’s degree and 8+ years of relevant military collection experience; you will work with both military and civilian analysts to ensure proper dissemination of intelligence.

Leidos offers competitive pay and opportunities for mission-focused collaboration in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) and minimum of 8 years relevant experience.
• Must demonstrate ability to function within a small team of military and civilian analysts.
• Must coordinate ISR collection requirements and ensure intelligence data is properly disseminated.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Air Force in developing a mission tasks list to support intelligence requirements.
• Coordinate ISR collection requirements and ensure dissemination within the supported command/organization.
• Work with various payloads in an ISR capacity to maximize capabilities.
• Collaborate with payload operators to ensure collection efforts meet requirements.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Communication skills

Crew Resource Management

ISR collection planning

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Description

The ISR Collection Manager is a Subject Matter Expert working in a small, close-knit crew environmentproviding exciting, yet unconventional technical expertise in support of Air Force mission requirements. The Collection Managerleverages their background knowledge and specialized tools to assist the Air Force in developing a mission tasks list that supports the given intelligence requirements within each mission set. Additionally, the collection manager will work alongside of various payload operators to ensure that all capabilities are being maximized and meeting the collection requirements. The Collection Manager must have the ability to multi-task, strong communication skills, and a firm grasp of Crew Resource Management skills are integral components of successful performance.

TOP SECRET / SCI clearance is required.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

This position offers a qualified candidate the unique opportunity to make good use of years of military collection and sensor operator experience.Bachelor’s degree(or equivalent experience)and minimum of 8 years’ relevant experience.Must demonstrate the ability to function within a small team of both military and civilian analysts in support of the customer's analytical requirements. Must be able to coordinate ISR collection requirements and ensure all intelligence data is properly disseminated within the supported command/organization. Must have experience working directly with various payloads in an ISR capacity

DESIRED SKILLS:

• Demonstrate experience in designing, maintaining, and updating collection plans based on the supported Commander's Priority Intelligence Requirements.
• Experience interfacing with higher, lateral, and subordinate commands’/organizations' Collection and Requirements Managers including entities to answer intelligence-related Requests for Information (RFIs) and de-conflict or collaborate on AOR requirements and reporting.
• Demonstrate ability to conduct presentations and briefings when required.

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Original Posting:

September 21, 2026

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

Pay Range $92,300.00 - $166,850.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand 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.