Mid-Level Telemetry Signals Analyst

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

ACTIVE SECURITY CLEARANCE AT THE TS/SCI POLYGRAPH LEVEL IS REQUIRED

We are seeking an experienced Senior FISINT / Telemetry Signals Analyst to support advanced Technical SIGINT (TECHSIGINT) operations focused on foreign weapons and space systems. In this role, you will analyze complex radio frequency (RF) environments, characterize raw signal structures, extract vital telemetry parameters, and model signal behaviors to reconstruct weapons and space system patterns of life.

The annual base salary range for this role is $130,000-$154,000 (USD) , which does not include discretionary bonus compensation or our comprehensive benefits package. Actual compensation offered to the successful candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level, among other things.

1. Core FISINT Telemetry Analysis: Demonstrated, hands-on experience performing Technical SIGINT (TECHSIGINT) analysis with an explicit focus on FISINT, telemetry demodulation, framing, and data parsing.

2. RF Signal Characterization Modeling: In-depth understanding of RF propagation, modulation techniques (e.g., PSK, FSK, QAM, analog telemetry), bit-stream recovery, parameter definition, and signal behavior modeling.

3. Weapons Space Systems Domain Knowledge: Proven background analyzing telemetry and signals associated with foreign missile testing, aerospace platforms, space launches, or orbital mechanics.

4. Pattern-of-Life Event Reconstruction: Ability to evaluate signal sequences, anomalous event markers, and temporal data to establish operational profiles and patterns of life for foreign systems.

5. Technical Briefing Presentation Skills: Proven comfort and proficiency in translating complex RF/FIS data into clear, concise verbal briefings and technical presentations for diverse customer audiences.

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physical Science, or a related technical discipline, PLUS 3+ years of professional experience in signals analysis OR  High School Diploma / GED PLUS 7+ years of hands-on signals analysis and TechELINT experience.

1. Operational Mission Center Experience: Prior operational experience working with or supporting organizations such as DEFSMAC (Defense Special Missile and Aerospace Center) or specialized FORNSAT collection environments.

2. Specialized Tools Systems (SASMO): Working familiarity or direct operational experience with SASMO (Space and Specialized Missions Operations) workflows and associated toolsets.

3. Multi-Discipline SIGINT Experience: Practical experience across related SIGINT disciplines, including Electronic Intelligence (ELINT), Communications Intelligence (COMINT), or PROFORMA processing.

4. Custom Tooling Scripting: Proficiency using standard signals analysis environments (e.g., MATLAB, Python, GNU Radio, or X-Midas) to develop custom decoders, spectral analysis routines, or automated data parsing scripts.

5. Collection Architecture Sensor Tasking: Familiarity with national and tactical collection assets, tasking mechanisms, and sensor steering to optimize RF capture against priority targets.

Nyla Technology Solutions delivers exceptional Artificial Intelligence (AI), Data Science, and Software Engineering services for the U.S. Government. Nyla embraces a forward-thinking and bold approach at every turn,  earning us a solid reputation of technical trendsetters within the industry. We have a passion for developing solutions that have a quick and immediate impact on mission. Headquartered in Columbia, Maryland, our customers love how we tackle their most challenging problems and get things done.

If you have the unique experience and expertise we are seeking, along with the desire and determination to invest your time and energy as a part of Nyla’s team, 

Taking Care of All of You

Nyla provides a top-of-market compensation and benefits package. And through our unique Nyla FLEX program, we custom tailor these benefits to best fit your lifestyle. 

The Nyla FLEX benefit program is designed to offer you flexibility in the 3 biggest areas of your life: your pay, your leave, and your schedule. 

PAY - Nyla starts with 4 weeks of Annual Leave plus 11 holidays and an additional day of Annual Leave for each year you’re at the company. You have the flexibility to cash out your annual leave hours, opt out of other Nyla benefits, and/or arrange for additional hours on contract* (over 40 hrs/week). There’s even an option to earn 1.3 times your hourly rate once you work over 1880 hours on contract!

LEAVE - Want to spend more time with the family? Want more time to travel the world? You can BUY additional annual leave for a total of 6 weeks of annual leave. That’s up to 240 hours of leave plus 11 holidays! That’s not even including paid anniversary leave!

SCHEDULE - Does the traditional 40-hour workweek no longer fit your lifestyle? With Nyla FLEX, you have the freedom to scale down to 30-32 hours while still enjoying the top-notch Nyla benefits you know and love. It's flexibility that works for you without compromising the perks!

WHAT ABOUT OTHER BENEFITS?  Nyla’s health care (medical, dental, and vision) is 100% covered by the company. We provide 10% 401k matching - with full vesting day 1! Our Professional Development offers $5,000 per year to be used towards fees, tuition, or time off for your continued growth. We even have a student loan repayment program and we provide 8 hours of volunteering annually so you can support your community, making your world a better place.  

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Nyla is an equal opportunity employer.