Targeting Analyst (Mid-Level) — Joint Ops & AI Tools

careers-bluehawk; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Bluehawk, LLC. is seeking a Mid-Level Targeting Analyst to support USPACOM, providing analytical expertise for joint targeting, target development, and operational planning.

The role requires collaboration across multiple intelligence and operational organizations to enable informed decisions. The ideal candidate has Joint Targeting experience, a strong analytical mindset, and the ability to leverage AI-enabled tools to support targeting missions and contingency planning within a dynamic,

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with a current CI polygraph.
• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 5 years of experience supporting intelligence operations, targeting, or operational planning.
• Experience supporting Joint Targeting, target development, or operational intelligence activities.
• Understanding of the Joint Targeting Cycle and target intelligence methodologies.
• Experience supporting operational planning and intelligence integration.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to brief senior leadership.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Strong critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

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.
• Coordinate with Joint Targeting organizations to ensure intelligence products comply with applicable targeting standards.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Clear communication

Independent work

Briefting to leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MIDB

Palantir

Project Maven

Job description

Bluehawk, LLC. is seeking a Mid-Level Targeting Analyst to support USPACOM, providing analytical expertise for joint targeting, target development, and operational planning.

The role requires collaboration across multiple intelligence and operational organizations to enable informed decisions. The ideal candidate has Joint Targeting experience, a strong analytical mindset, and the ability to leverage AI-enabled tools to support targeting missions and contingency planning within a dynamic,