ISR Analyst

Bristol
1 month ago
Applications closed

A leading company in the maritime sector is looking for an ISR Analyst to provide frequent reports using various technologies for their customers. The IR Analyst will have previous experience processing SAR and RF data, have relevant qualifications in remote sensing, and be familiar with tools relating to GIS and mapping analytics. In addition, the ISR Analyst will be able to clear SC vetting, can analyse and resolve complex ISR issues, and have strong teamwork and communication skills. There will be international travel.

Applications from ex-military personnel are strongly encouraged

Key Responsibilities:

Produce daily ISR intelligence reports, primarily for the maritime sector

Assist in defining and identifying specific sources that will enrich ISR reports, including OSINT, HUMINT, SIGINT

Contribute to specific sales campaigns as an ISR Analyst Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Support Product Managers as an ISR SME to develop strategies for Product roadmaps

Provide advice on User Interface usability for ISR operations

Deliver ISR training courses

Knowledge, skills and qualifications required:

Have previous experience processing RF and SAR data

Familiar with a range of tools and products relating to GIS and mapping analytics

Have relevant qualifications in remote sensing, Earth Observation or similar

Able to clear SC vetting

Ability to analyse, evaluate, and resolve complex ISR issues

Have strong teamwork, organisation, communication, problem-solving and customer-facing skills

Open to travel worldwide

Salary: £45,000 to £55,000 DOE

Benefits: Pension 8%, hols 28 days + BH, Life, Medical and Dental plan

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