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## Overview
Apogee is seeking an **OPIR Advanced Analytics Lead** to support the mission of the National Air and Space Intelligence Center (NASIC) at Wright Patterson AFB in Dayton, OH. In this senior-level position, you'll provide technical leadership to Intelligence, Analysis, and Production teams, focusing on operationalizing Overhead Persistent Infrared (OPIR/PIR) analytic capabilities. You'll guide the development of analytic methodologies, mission processes, and data exploitation strategies that directly enhance GSP intelligence production and national security operations.
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What you will do
- Lead analytic design and implementation for PIR/OPIR-based intelligence products
Define and refine analytic workflows, data sources, and tools used by PIR analystsProvide technical guidance on exploitation methodologies, tradecraft, and quality standardsCoordinate with software development and data engineering teams to ensure analyst requirements are accurately captured and implementedSupport the development and validation of analytic metrics, measures of effectiveness, and performance indicatorsPrepare and deliver briefs on analytic capabilities, limitations, and mission impacts to senior stakeholdersProvide technical expertise in the appropriate phenomenology, mission processes, data sources, and analytic disciplines to support and oversee intelligence production effortsImplement phenomenology based OPIR advanced target analytical training for use by NASIC/GSPM analystsDesign and deliver advanced analytic training programs focused on PIR/OPIR exploitation techniquesDevelop training materials and curricula for phenomenology-based analysis methodologiesProvide SME support to use case development for PIR/OPIR analytic capabilitiesCreate and refine user stories that accurately capture operational analytic requirementsAdvise software development teams on analytic workflow requirements and user needsProvide general analytic liaison activities between NASIC/GSPM and NGA/Q development effortsCoordinate with external development organizations to ensure analytic requirements are understood and implementedFacilitate communication between operational analysts and technical development teamsTranslate analyst needs into technical requirements for development teamsValidate that developed capabilities meet operational analytic requirementsProvide advice and assistance regarding support to integrate PIR community-wide subject matter expertise capabilitiesSupport planning, designing, and implementing partnerships and plans for PIR analytic integrationAssist in developing directed concept of operations (CONOPs) with other government agenciesInterface with external agencies to facilitate collaboration, data and product sharing, and integration of intelligenceCoordinate cross-agency analytic efforts to ensure consistency and interoperabilityProvide program advocacy support across all IC and DoW sensors related to analytic capabilitiesSupport programs as appropriate at technical meetings and conferencesProduce presentations and brief the technical aspects of analysis and impacts to stakeholdersRepresent PIR/OPIR analytic capabilities at technical forums and working groupsProvide analytical support to the integration of NASIC Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (ISR) Capabilities into AF ISR systems and operational structuresSupport data integration efforts with OPIR Battlespace Awareness CenterFacilitate analytic integration with TAP Lab capabilities and toolsCoordinate procedural interfaces with Air Operating Centers for analytic productsProvide technical project management support to NASIC/GSPR analytic effortsDefine and document analytic methodologies, strategies, and processes for PIR/OPIR exploitationDevelop and convey plans and requirements for highly technical collection, analysis, and decision-making capabilitiesGuide analytic approaches that can greatly advance the military objectives of the US and our AlliesMaintain cognizance of current analytical methodologies, strategies, and processes across the ICEnhance understanding and appreciation of analytic requirements, processes, programs, and capabilitiesIndependently collaborate across very senior levels of the IC and DoD on analytic mattersInform and influence government planning, programming, and budget decisions related to analytic capabilitiesProvide technical expertise on PIR mission capabilities, requirements, and user needsMaintain strong written and verbal communication skills to liaise between stakeholders and analytic teamsBreak down complex analytic requirements into clear, actionable tasks for implementationEvaluate existing analytic tools and capabilities for effectiveness and efficiencyRecommend improvements and enhancements to analytic processes and workflowsAssess emerging analytic technologies for potential application to PIR/OPIR missionGuide the implementation of Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML) for advanced analyticsSupport analytic modernization efforts and capability development initiativesAdvise on AI/ML applications for PIR exploitation and analysis processesDefine requirements for automated analytic workflows and intelligent automationEvaluate and validate AI/ML algorithms for analytic applicationsProvide expertise on advanced computational algorithm development for PIR data analysisRecommend advanced signal processing techniques to enhance analytic capabilitiesAdvise on PIR signal processing methodologies and IR phenomenology understandingApply knowledge of general physics, optics, and remote sensor design to analytic problemsGuide sensor characterization processes to inform analytic exploitation approachesProvide expertise on PIR environmental intelligence products and static scene analysisApply meteorology knowledge to enhance PIR/OPIR analytic products (meteorology experience desired)Advise on Space Based Infrared System (SBIRS) data processing and extraction for analytic purposesProvide guidance on Sensor Open Framework Architecture (SOFA) operation for analystsDevelop analytic use cases that demonstrate capability value and operational utilityCreate proof-of-concept demonstrations of advanced analytic techniquesValidate that analytic products meet mission requirements and quality standardsEstablish metrics to measure analytic product quality, timeliness, and relevanceDefine key performance indicators (KPIs) for analytic processes and outputsAssess analyst productivity and effectiveness using quantitative metrics**Citizenship:** Must be a US citizen **Clearance:** Eligible for TS/SCI; able to obtain and maintain required clearances.
**Education:** Master’s degree in Intelligence Studies, Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field.
**Years of Experience:**
- At least 10 years of experience in intelligence analysis, sensor exploitation, or related technical domains.
- An additional 8 years of relevant experience may be substituted for the Master’s degree; or 4 additional years plus a Bachelor’s degree.
- Strong understanding of PIR mission, data sources, and analytic tradecraft.
- Experience designing or overseeing advanced analytic workflows and tools.
- Proven ability to lead analytic teams and mentor junior analysts.
- Excellent communication skills for interfacing with both technical and operational stakeholders.
**Additional Information**Location:Wright Patterson AFB Dayton, OH**On-site/Hybrid/Remote:** On-site**Travel:** Occasional
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