RF SIGINT Technical Analyst
Company: Vantor
Location: Reston
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Vantor is forging the new frontier of spatial intelligence,
helping decision makers and operators navigate what’s happening now
and shape what’s coming next. Vantor is a place for problem
solvers, changemakers, and go-getters—where people are working
together to help our customers see the world differently, and in
doing so, be seen differently. Come be part of a mission, not just
a job, where you can: Shape your own future, build the next big
thing, and change the world. To be eligible for this position, you
must be a U.S. Person, defined as a U.S. citizen, permanent
resident, Asylee, or Refugee. Export Control/ITAR: Certain roles
may be subject to U.S. export control laws, requiring U.S. person
status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). Please review the job
details below. This position requires an active TS/SCI security
clearance with CI Polygraph. We're hiring a RF SIGINT Collection
Analyst supporting a well-established customer that works on a
critical and high-visibility mission. This role is crucial for
ensuring the success of future missions and you'll be a key member
of that team, researching, building and executing strategies
directly with customer. This is more than a typical SIGINT analysis
role though, we need someone who enjoys the mathematical and
modeling side of the mission. We’re looking for a seasoned,
experienced professional that uses their understanding of their
area of specialization to resolve a wide range of issues in
creative ways. Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of
data requires evaluation of identifiable factors. Demonstrates good
judgement in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining
solutions. This position networks with senior internal and external
personnel in their area of expertise. Responsibilities: The RF
SIGINT Collection Analyst will be asked to provide technical
expertise to support a variety of tasks to include, but not limited
to: Perform signals analysis work and write reports based upon the
resulting analysis. Assess and report on the strengths and
limitations of collection platforms / sensors. Research and build
collection strategies. Collect, analyze, and interpret electronic
signals to produce critical intelligence reports that support
future strategic planning. Write concepts of operations and
operational support projects. Author new procedures / methods to
create innovative collection plans/ strategies. Perform link budget
analysis to inform collection strategies. Utilize mathematical and
physics modeling to inform collection strategies. Minimum
Qualifications: Must be a U.S. Citizen with an active TS/SCI
clearance with CI Polygraph. Bachelor's degree (4 additional years
of relevant experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree).
Preference is mathematical, physics, or engineering. Significant
current experience (within last 2 years) performing link budget
analysis and collection strategy. Demonstrated knowledge of
advanced conventional weapons systems Strong experience with link
budget analysis tools such as MATLAB, Integrasys, Pasternack,
Qorvo, RFCLB, Cadence or similar applications. Demonstrated ability
to work effectively within a small team, as well as excellent
interpersonal and communications skills. Ability to communicate
highly technical analyses at a level comprehensible to laymen and
senior-level government representatives. Preferred Qualifications:
Published / authored collection strategy reports. Advanced degree
in a technical discipline. Experience in DoD/IC signals analysis.
Experience working on SAP programs. Experience working on-site at a
government customer location. Experience working in DOD/IC. Pay
Transparency: In support of pay transparency at Vantor, we disclose
salary ranges on all U.S. job postings. The successful candidate’s
starting pay will fall within the salary range provided below and
is determined based on job-related factors, including, but not
limited to, the experience, qualifications, knowledge, skills,
geographic work location, and market conditions. Candidates with
the minimum necessary experience, qualifications, knowledge, and
skillsets for the position should not expect to receive the upper
end of the pay range. ? The base pay for this position within the
Washington, DC metropolitan area is: $99,000.00 - $165,000.00
annually. For all other states, we use geographic cost of labor as
an input to develop market-driven ranges for our roles, and as
such, each location where we hire may have a different range.
Benefits: Vantor offers a competitive total rewards package that
goes beyond the standard, including a robust 401(k) with company
match, mental health resources, and unique perks like student loan
repayment assistance, adoption reimbursement and pet insurance to
support all aspects of your life. You can find more information on
our benefits at: https://www.Vantor.com/careers The application
window is three days from the date the job is posted and will
remain posted until a qualified candidate has been identified for
hire. If the job is reposted regardless of reason, it will remain
posted three days from the date the job is reposted and will remain
reposted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire.
The date of posting can be found on Vantor's Career page at the top
of each job posting. To apply, submit your application via Vantor's
Career page. EEO Policy: Vantor is an equal opportunity employer
committed to an inclusive workplace. We believe in fostering an
environment where all team members feel respected, valued, and
encouraged to share their ideas. All qualified applicants will
receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual
orientation, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any
other characteristic protected by law.
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