Mandarin Research Development and Acquisition (RDA) Analyst

Vectrus; Suitland (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Mandarin Research, Development, and Acquisition Analyst to support military applications of AI and ML. This role involves producing analytic products, conducting thorough research, and utilizing software for link analysis. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree in relevant fields, have a strong command of the Mandarin language, and demonstrate proficiency in analytical and communication skills. Join a diverse and inclusive team committed to tackling complex challenges and enhancing national security through innovative solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field and Mandarin proficiency required.
• Experience in link/network analysis and open source research essential.

Responsibilities

• Produce analytic products according to IC directives and guidelines.
• Conduct research to identify new organizations and entities of interest.

Skills

Mandarin language proficiency

Analytical skills

Link/network analysis

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in National Security

Bachelor’s Degree in Regional Studies

Relevant technical studies

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Managed attribution systems

Job description

Overview

Working across the globe, V2X builds smart solutions designed to integrate physical and digital infrastructure from base to battlefield. We bring 120 years of successful mission support to improve security, streamline logistics, and enhance readiness. Aligned around a shared purpose, our $3.9B company and 16,000 people work alongside our clients, here and abroad, to tackle their most complex challenges with integrity, respect, responsibility, and professionalism.

The Mandarin Research, Development, and Acquisition (RDA) Analyst will perform research, development, and acquisition (RDA) analysis and provide support to the Government customer that focuses on the military application of artificial intelligence (AI) / machine learning (ML) and its implications. Emphasis will be on foreign entities that perform research and development (R&D), training, and validation of AI / ML algorithms.

Responsibilities

• Produce finished all source analytic products in accordance with Intelligence Community (IC) Directives and security classification guidelines and publish to the IC using the Command’s designated report publishing program.
• Develop a queue and establish a schedule to perform regular searches on items identified in the queue.
• Perform ad-hoc research in efforts to identify new organizations, entities, topics, and other information of interest.
• Discover and identify entities of interest in efforts to establish collection methods to identify hierarchy / linkages / relationships and develop networks using appropriate software programs.
• Characterize networks, formulate assessments on findings, and prioritize.
• Create and maintain a system to document and track resources for discovery by ONI analysts and attend bi-monthly meetings with Government lead to discuss.
• Develop system to track requests-for-information (RFIs) and document updates/progress. Attend bi-monthly meetings with Government lead to discuss.
• Attend production and workgroup meetings, as requested.

Qualifications

• Education / Certifications:
• Bachelor’s Degree in National Security, Regional Studies, or relevant technical academic studies (required).
• Must have and maintain Mandarin language proficiency as verified by at least a 2.0 rating on the Interagency Language Roundtable (ILR) scale and must have a current (within the last year) test score to validate this rating (equivalent Defense Language Proficiency Test score is acceptable).
• Experience:
• Demonstrated ability to read, understand, and translate S&T lexicon in the target language.
• Demonstrated experience using managed attribution systems/programs to perform safe open source research while applying Open Source Tradecraft.
• Recent experience producing finished all source analytic products in accordance with IC directives and understanding of classification guidelines.
• Experience performing link / network analysis using appropriate software programs.
• Demonstrated clear written, and oral communications skills.
• Minimum one year of experience using Microsoft Office software programs.
• Skills & Technology Used:
• Familiarity with managed attribution systems, unclassified, and classified resources for research.
• Microsoft Office Suite software programs.
• Excellent organization skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent deadlines.

Commitment to Diversity

We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and supports the contributions of each individual. This commitment along with our common Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation and expand our success in the global marketplace. Vectrus is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability. EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran. #Clearance

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