NAVWAR Analyst

Canvas; Kirtland (NM); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Canvas Inc. seeks a Mission & Engineering NAVWAR Analyst (RF Data Analyst) at Kirtland AFB to enhance DoD PNT understanding and threat assessment. You will process RF data from field events, develop dashboards, and deliver actionable insights for joint planning and NAVWAR operations across multiple agencies.

You will script data workflows, collaborate with engineers, and help identify RF interference risks while applying cutting-edge analytics and ML techniques to national security challenges.

Qualifications

• Active secret clearance required.
• U.S. citizen required.
• 5+ years in Electrical, Mechanical, RF Engineering, or Data Science.
• BA/BS in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, RF) or Data Science.
• Strong foundation in data-driven methodologies.
• Proven track record applying technical expertise to solve complex problems.

Responsibilities

• Develop navigation warfare insights to support DoD PNT vulnerabilities and threats.
• Create and maintain dashboards and reports from RF data.
• Interpret RF data from field events and exercises for actionable insights.
• Collaborate with engineering to gather requirements and plan tests.
• Identify RF interference risks affecting space launches and resolve them.
• Provide real-time data quality guidance during field tests.
• Shape strategic direction of PNT systems through data analysis and recommendations.
• Stay current with data science, AI, and ML for NAVWAR challenges.
• Travel for military exercises and field assessments.

Skills

Active Secret Clearance

U.S. citizen

RF, Electrical, or Mechanical Eng

Data Science fundamentals

Analytical problem solving

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Data Science

Tools

JUMP

GIANT

GIANT RPM

Builder

Systems Toolkit (STK)

Job description

Canvas Inc., is hiring for a Mission & Engineering NAVWAR Analyst (RF Data Analyst) supporting the Joint Navigation Warfare Center (JNWC), where you will contribute to enhancing the Department of Defense's (DoD) understanding of Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) vulnerabilities and threats. Located at Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico, the JNWC is the DOD's Center of Excellence for Navigation Warfare (NAVWAR) and PNT capabilities integration.

In this pivotal role, you will help develop critical navigation warfare insights to support operational readiness and strategic decision-making across multiple defense agencies and coalition partners. You will leverage advanced analysis software to process and interpret RF data collected from field events and military exercises, providing actionable insights. Your work will directly impact joint planning, Operation Plan (OPLAN) analysis, and the execution of NAVWAR operations across all domains and military operations.

You will collaborate with engineering teams to gather analysis and data requirements during the planning phase, and develop test plans to characterize and assess navigation hardware performance. Additionally, you will handle requests to identify potential RF interference that could impact space launches, ensuring thorough analysis and timely resolution. This is an opportunity to make a significant impact on national security by ensuring PNT superiority and supporting the warfighter with cutting-edge NAVWAR solutions.

Responsibilities

• Help develop critical navigation warfare insights to enhance the Department of Defense’s understanding of Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) vulnerabilities and threats, supporting operational readiness and strategic decision-making across multiple defense agencies and coalition partners.
• Develop and script data processing workflows to create and maintain dashboards and reports, providing key insights to internal and external stakeholders within the Department of Defense.
• Use advanced analysis software to process and interpret RF data collected from field events and military exercises, providing actionable insights.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to gather analysis and data requirements during the planning phase, and develop test plans to characterize and assess navigation hardware performance.
• Process requests to identify potential RF interference that could impact space launches, ensuring thorough analysis and timely resolution. You will provide real-time guidance and expertise on data quality during the testing of navigation hardware in field tests and military exercises.
• Actively participate in shaping the strategic direction of PNT systems through insightful data analysis and the creation of actionable recommendations.
• Keep up to date with emerging technologies in data science, artificial intelligence, and machine learning, applying them to PNT-related challenges to support JNWC’s goals.
• Use data insights to identify trends, patterns, and emerging threats, aiding in shaping the operational environment and ensuring the JNWC's position as a leader in PNT superiority.
• Travel in support of military exercises and operational field assessments, leveraging data analysis to enhance the organization's subject matter expertise and inform decision-making.

Required: Qualifications

• Must have an active secret clearance
• Must be a U.S. citizen
• 5 years of experience in Electrical, Mechanical, RF Engineering, or Data Science
• Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in an Engineering field (Electrical, Mechanical, RF) or Data Science
• Technical Foundation: A strong foundation in technical principles and data-driven methodologies
• Proven Track Record: A proven track record of applying technical expertise to solve complex engineering problems and drive data-driven insights

Desired

• Experience in Data Manipulation: Experience or familiarity in data manipulation, including cleaning, transforming, and analyzing large datasets using tools such as Excel, SQL, Python, or R
• Coding for Data Analytics and Visualization: Experience coding for data analytics and visualization, utilizing languages such as Python, R, or JUMP to automate data workflows, perform statistical analysis, and create interactive reports or dashboards
• Proficiency in Tools and Technologies: Proficient in some or all of the following tools and technologies: JUMP, GIANT, GIANT RPM, Builder, Systems Toolkit (STK), or other modeling and simulation programs