Research Intelligence Analyst

Parallax Advanced Research; Beavercreek (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Parallax Advanced Research seeks a Research Intelligence Analyst to perform GEOINT, All-Source, and Multi-INT analysis advancing next-generation intelligence capabilities for AFRL and IC partners.

The role blends analytical tradecraft with R&D to evaluate AI-enabled capabilities, data-driven tech, and novel methodologies, while promoting ethical standards and transparency in a mission-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of GEOINT, All-Source, Multi-INT, or ISR analysis experience.
• Experience producing written intelligence assessments and briefings.
• Knowledge of intelligence tradecraft, structured analytic techniques, and critical thinking.
• Ability to analyze complex, high-volume intelligence data and communicate findings.
• Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams including government stakeholders.
• Active TS/SCI clearance with SCI eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Conduct GEOINT, All-Source, and Multi-INT analysis to support IC and DoW research initiatives and develop innovative techniques.
• Evaluate emerging technologies (automation, ML, LLMs) and collaborate on AI-enabled workflows.
• Support prototype development and agile testing with stakeholders to ensure mission needs are met.
• Validate intelligence data and perform quality assurance to improve analytical methodologies.
• Prepare and present intelligence products, reports, and briefings for government sponsors and leadership.

Skills

GEOINT

All-Source

Multi-INT

Analysis

Communication

TS/SCI

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

ArcGIS

MIST

Thresher

ChatSurfer

Job description

Parallax Advanced Research is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.

The Parallax Advanced Research Mission is to deliver innovative research and provide technology, human and business solutionsvia The Science of Intelligent Teaming™ forgovernment, industry and academic clients withcritical challenges.

The Research Intelligence Analyst supports this mission through GEOINT, All-Source and Multi-INT analysis to advance next-generation intelligence capabilities for the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) and other Department of War (DoW) and Intelligence Community (IC) partners. The analyst executes projects with government sponsors to advance future intelligence capabilities for DoW customers. This role combines operational intelligence tradecraft with research and development to evaluate emerging analytical methodologies, AI-enabled capabilities, and data-driven technologies that improve intelligence production and decision advantage.

In this position atParallax Advanced Research the Research Intelligence Analyst must promote transparency at all times, always act ethically, promote and ensure compliance, our people as our greatest asset, and create an environment that supports innovation and inclusive behaviors.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

Intelligence Analysis and Research - Percent of time spent in this function: 30%

The Research Intelligence Analyst is responsible for GEOINT, All-Source, and Multi-INT analysis to support IC and DoW research initiatives, operational challenges, and the development of innovative analytical techniques, concepts, and use cases. Analyze complex intelligence datasets to identify patterns, trends, and operational insights, applying structured analytic techniques, critical thinking, and intelligence tradecraft to produce timely assessments and actionable recommendations that enhance intelligence production and inform customer decision-making.

Advanced Analytics, AI, & Automation - Percent of time spent in this function: 25%

Evaluate emerging technologies, including automation, machine learning, LLMs, and data science, to enhance intelligence analysis and decision support. Collaborate with technical teams to develop AI-enabled workflows, assess automated analytical outputs, and recommend improvements that enhance analyst efficiency and operational effectiveness.

Research & Prototype Development Support - Percent of time spent in this function: 20%

Collaborate with software developers, data scientists, and government stakeholders to evaluate emerging intelligence capabilities and support Agile development through operational testing, user validation, and analyst-driven requirements. Develop intelligence use cases & workflows and participate in customer engagements and technical exchanges to ensure capabilities meet DoW and Intelligence Community (IC) mission needs.

Data Validation & Intelligence Quality - Percent of time spent in this function: 15%

Perform intelligence data validation, ground-truth development, and quality assurance to support research and development efforts. Evaluate automated detections, analytical outputs, and intelligence datasets for operational accuracy and mission relevance, documenting findings and recommending improvements to enhance analytical methodologies and intelligence products.

Communication & Customer Engagement - Percent of time spent in this function: 10%

Prepare and present intelligence products, technical reports, briefings, and research findings for government sponsors and leadership. Engage with DoW and IC stakeholders to define mission requirements, support capability development, and contribute to proposals, strategic planning, and future intelligence initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

• Minimum of 4 years of experience conducting GEOINT, All-Source, Multi-INT, or ISR analysis supporting DoW or IC missions.
• Experience conducting intelligence research, analysis, and producing written intelligence assessments and briefings.
• Demonstrated knowledge of intelligence tradecraft, structured analytic techniques, and critical thinking methodologies.
• Ability to analyze complex, ambiguous, and high-volume intelligence datasets and communicate findings effectively.
• Experience collaborating within multidisciplinary teams, including analysts, software developers, data scientists, and government stakeholders.
• Active TS/SCIsecurity clearance with SCI eligibility.

Preferred Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

• Preferred four or more years supporting AFRL, NASIC, NGA, DIA, USAF, or other DoW organizations.
• Bachelor's degree in Intelligence Studies, International Relations, Geosciences, Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
• Experience integrating GEOINT with other intelligence disciplines, including SIGINT, MASINT, OSINT, or other Multi-INT sources.
• Experience supporting research and development, prototype evaluation, user acceptance testing, or operational capability assessments.
• Familiarity with AI-enabled analytical workflows, machine learning applications, Large Language Models (LLMs), or data science techniques supporting intelligence analysis.
• Experience developing intelligence use cases, analyst workflows, operational requirements, or Concepts of Operation (CONOPS).
• Proficiency with intelligence analysis and geospatial tools such as ArcGIS, MIST, Thresher, ChatSurfer, or comparable IC analytical platforms.
• Interest in applying or evaluating LLMs for intelligence analysis and analytical workflows.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.