SIGINT Operator (SIO)
AEVEX Aerospace
$120,000 - $200,000 / year
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Description
Work Arrangement
This is an onsite position.
Job Overview
Operates and manages signals intelligence (SIGINT) equipment to intercept, analyze, and report on electronic communications and signals.
Essential Functions
- Support complex global, strategic-level operations against high-priority threats to U.S. national security
- Operate as a technical leader to leverage SIGINT operations and collection equipment expertise within a multi-disciplinary, 24/7 intelligence operations center
- Research, analyze, and fuse complex SIGINT data sets
- Be a proactive and accountable teammate
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Standard Essential Functions
- Regular and reliable attendance on a full time basis [or in accordance with posted schedule]
- Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company's policies and practices
- Embodies AEVEX’s cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture
Qualifications
- Technical competency in SIGINT Collection/Analysis/Targeting, ELINT Collection/Analysis, Electronic Warfare (EW), Cryptologic Linguist, Radio Operations, Cyber Security, Network Engineering/Security, Information Technology (with degree), and HAM Operations (with certification)
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
- Capability to think critically and communicate highly complex information accurately and clearly
Education / Certifications
- Bachelor's Degree preferred
- Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience can be accepted in lieu of degree
Experience
- 2+ years of relevant SIGINT experience
- Military background or equivalent operations experience
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties the employee is:
- Occasionally required to sit, and to reach to use computers and other office equipment
For the purpose of this summary, occasionally is used to represent up to 1/3 of the time given to the work day, frequently represents 1/3 to 2/3 of the time and constantly represents 2/3 or more of the time
Security Clearance
- Ability to obtain/maintain a Top Secret DoD clearance with Polygraph, U.S. Citizenship required
The Company provides a reasonable range of compensation. Actual compensation is influenced by an array of factors including, but not limited to, skill set, level of experience, and specific location. The range of starting pay for this position is for the listed location only.
About AEVEX
AEVEX, headquartered in Solana Beach, California, supports the U.S. national security mission and partner nation needs around the world by providing full-spectrum aviation, remote sensing, and analysis solutions. The company's capabilities include custom design and engineering; rapid prototyping; sensor integration and sustainment; aircraft modification and certification; flight test instrumentation and support; mission operations service; advanced intelligence data processing, exploitation, and dissemination solutions; and tailored hardware and software mission-system tools. AEVEX uses agile and customized approaches to rapidly define, develop, and deliver specialized solutions for airborne special mission needs for the U.S. Government, partner nations, and commercial businesses. AEVEX has major offices in California, Florida, North Carolina, Ohio, and Virginia.
AEVEX provides a full suite of comprehensive benefits, including a 401(k)-retirement plan, comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance group coverage with a portion of the premiums paid by the company, professional development funds, and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support, among other benefits for qualified employees.
Recruitment Communication Notice: All official correspondence regarding your application, application status, interviews, or the AEVEX hiring process will come directly from an AEVEX representative using an @aevex.com email address or through Greenhouse, our applicant tracking system. Please use caution with communications claiming to represent AEVEX from other email domains, and always verify the sender before responding or providing personal information.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
AEVEX is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military and veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, physical disability, mental disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.
Benefits
- health insurance
- 401(k)
- life insurance
- professional development
About this role
AEVEX Aerospace is seeking a SIGINT Operator to support strategic national security operations from its Washington, D.C. office on a hybrid basis. You would work within a 24/7 intelligence operations center, operating and managing signals intelligence equipment to intercept, analyze, and report on electronic communications. The role demands technical leadership in a multi-disciplinary environment, where you'll research and fuse complex SIGINT datasets while maintaining accountability as part of a collaborative team.
The position requires at least two years of relevant SIGINT experience, with technical competency in areas such as SIGINT collection and analysis, ELINT, electronic warfare, radio operations, or related fields like cyber security or network engineering. A bachelor's degree is preferred, though equivalent military or operations experience can substitute. You must be a U.S. citizen able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret DoD clearance with polygraph. The salary range is $120,000 to $200,000, with compensation influenced by your specific skill set and experience level.
AEVEX provides comprehensive benefits including 401(k) matching, medical and dental coverage with company-paid premiums, professional development funds, and an Employee Assistance Plan. The company operates across multiple U.S. locations and delivers specialized aviation, remote sensing, and intelligence solutions for government and partner nation clients.
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