Senior GEOINT Analytic Methodologist - SAR/MTI (TS/SCI)

Xcellent Technology Solutions; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

GeoAI scholarship

Career development

Comprehensive benefits

Veteran-owned culture

Job summary

XTS is seeking a Senior GEOINT Analytic Methodologist to help shape intelligence analysis for the NGA. You will develop advanced methodologies utilizing SAR/MTI and other sensors, refine tradecraft, and translate expertise into practical briefings and training for analysts across the Intelligence Community.

The role requires active TS/SCI clearance and a strong GEOINT background with hands-on experience in PED, ABI, and related tools.

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret / SCI clearance.
• Education/experience combinations: as listed.
• Expertise with traditional and nontraditional NTM sensors, including SAR/MTI.
• Familiarity with PED processes and advanced GEOINT tradecraft.
• Experience with GEOINT tools: Maven Smart System, SOCET GXP, RemoteView, iSpy, ArcGIS Pro, DotMatrix.
• Familiarity with ABI principles and applications.

Responsibilities

• Develop new analytical methodologies for SAR, MTI and other sensors.
• Refine GEOINT tradecraft and translate expertise into practical briefings and training.
• Support NGA/Allied systems by transforming complex geospatial data into actionable intelligence.

Skills

SAR/MTI exploitation

PED processes & GEOINT tradecraft

GEOINT tools (Maven/Smart System, SOC8

ABI principles

Python/R/SQL tooling

Education

Associate degree + 8 years

Bachelor’s degree + 7 years

Master’s degree + 5 years

10+ years relevant experience

Job description

Help shape the next chapter of Geospatial Intelligence!

Every new sensor capability brings an opportunity to see the world differently, uncover what was previously hidden, and provide a clearer understanding of the activities shaping our national security. But technology alone doesn’t produce meaningful intelligence, It takes experienced analysts who can recognize its potential challenge conventional approaches and develop new ways to uncover the intelligence that matters most.

This is a rare chance to join us as a Senior GEOINT Analytic Methodologist to support the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency’s (NGA) Office of Sciences and Methodologies (ATS). This is an opportunity to be part of a mission where emerging sensor technologies meet innovative GEOINT tradecraft, and where your expertise will directly influence how intelligence is analyzed, exploited, and understood. Leveraging your knowledge of Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR), Moving Target Indicator (MTI), and advanced GEOINT exploitation, you’ll help unlock the potential of emerging sensor capabilities by developing new analytical methodologies, refining established tradecraft, and finding better ways to transform complex geospatial data into actionable intelligence. Your work will go beyond solving today’s intelligence challenges, helping establish the approaches and techniques analysts will rely on as GEOINT capabilities continue to advance. And your contributions won’t end with the methodologies you develop. By translating your expertise into practical tradecraft, technical briefings, and training, you’ll help analysts across the Allied System for GEOINT understand and apply these capabilities, extending the value of your work throughout the Intelligence Community.

Requirements

• Current active Top Secret / SCI clearance.
• You have one of the following education and relevant experience combinations:

• Associate degree + 8 years
• Bachelor’s degree + 7 years
• Master’s degree + 5 years
• 10 or more years of relevant experience

• Expertise with traditional and nontraditional NTM sensors, including advanced SAR and MTI phenomenology, to recognize their capabilities and maximize their intelligence value.
• Expertise in Processing, Exploitation, and Dissemination (PED) processes, advanced GEOINT tradecraft, and vector GEOINT exploitation to transform complex sensor data into actionable intelligence.
• Experience with GEOINT technologies such as Maven Smart System, SOCET GXP, RemoteView, iSpy, ArcGIS Pro, or DotMatrix to support advanced geospatial analysis and exploitation.
• Familiarity with Activity-Based Intelligence (ABI) principles and applications to identify patterns, relationships, and activities that strengthen intelligence assessments.

Nice to Have

• Experience with radar, ABI, or MTI exploitation to expand analytical capabilities
• Experience shaping analytic standards, workflows, or best practices to improve GEOINT methodologies.
• Experience in creating or refining training content to strengthen analyst knowledge and proficiency.
• Experience with Python, R, SQL, or similar tools to streamline workflows and improve analytical efficiency.

At XTS, we believe in taking care of our employees as much as we take care of our clients. As a veteran-owned company, we understand the importance of community, service, and fostering a culture where each team member can thrive.

Benefits

• Our commitment to employee well-being is reflected in the comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities we offer.
• We offer tailored health care plans that fit your lifestyle, along with dental and vision coverage, paid time off (PTO), and a 401K with employer matching to secure your financial future.
• As we push forward in the rapidly evolving field of AI, XTS is committed to providing employees with tools and opportunities to stay ahead.
• We are proud to offer our GeoAI scholarship to help our employees further develop their skills and expertise in this cutting-edge field.
• We take pride in delivering elite workforces to the Intelligence Community, making a real-world impact on critical missions.
• Join us and experience a company that invests in your success and professional growth.

Salary range estimate of $105,000-$115,000 annually, with final compensation determined based on experience, qualifications, and alignment with the requirements of role.