Targeting Analyst (Mid-Level) - AI-Enabled Targeting

Bluehawk, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Bluehawk, LLC is seeking a Mid-Level Targeting Analyst to support a critical intelligence mission within USPACOM. You will provide analytical expertise in joint targeting operations, target development, operational planning, and intelligence integration to enable informed decision-making.

The ideal candidate has experience in Joint Targeting (J2T) functions and target development, leveraging AI-enabled tools to enhance operational planning and decision support.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with a current Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph.
• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 5 years of experience supporting intelligence operations, targeting, or operational planning within the DoD or IC.
• Experience supporting Joint Targeting, target development, or operational intelligence activities.
• Demonstrated understanding of the Joint Targeting Cycle and target intelligence methodologies.
• Experience supporting operational planning and intelligence integration.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intelligence analysis in support of joint targeting operations throughout the Joint Targeting Cycle.
• Develop, validate, and maintain target intelligence in support of operational plans and contingency operations.
• Collaborate with USPACOM J2, operational planners, and other intelligence organizations to identify, prioritize, and develop target nominations.
• Produce intelligence products supporting target system analysis, target development, and operational planning.
• Utilize intelligence databases, AI-enabled analytical tools, and visualization platforms to support mission requirements.
• Conduct research using multiple intelligence disciplines and open-source information to identify emerging threats and opportunities.
• Maintain and update target intelligence records and databases, including MIDB-related information.
• Support collateral damage estimation (CDE) and collateral damage assessment (CDA) activities when required.
• Coordinate with Joint Targeting organizations to ensure intelligence products comply with applicable targeting standards.
• Prepare and deliver written reports, briefings, and recommendations to senior military and government leadership.
• Support contingency planning, operational exercises, and real-world mission execution.
• Ensure intelligence products comply with applicable DoD directives, Intelligence Community standards, and customer requirements.

Skills

Targeting analysis

Joint Targeting Cycle

Intelligence analysis

Written communication

Verbal communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Palantir

Project Maven

MIDB

Job description

Bluehawk, LLC is seeking a Mid-Level Targeting Analyst to support a critical intelligence mission within USPACOM. You will provide analytical expertise in joint targeting operations, target development, operational planning, and intelligence integration to enable informed decision-making.

The ideal candidate has experience in Joint Targeting (J2T) functions and target development, leveraging AI-enabled tools to enhance operational planning and decision support.