Analytic Methodologist (TS/SCI)

The future of GEOINT is not just about collecting more data, it is about improving how we process it, understand it, teach it, and apply it to real-world mission problems.

This is your chance to step into an Analytic Methodologist role to support the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency’s (NGA) Office of Science and Methodologies (ATS). This role is for a GEOINT professional who understands the operational mission, thinks critically about tradecraft, and wants to help shape how GEOINT capabilities evolve across the enterprise. You will work at the intersection of operational GEOINT, methodology development, advanced GIS, and training. You will work across traditional and non-traditional NTM capabilities, PED, workflows, advanced GIS applications, and GEOINT methodologies, assisting on transforming complex capabilities into practical workflows, repeatable tradecraft, and mission-ready guidance. The work is collaborative, technical, and mission-focused, requiring someone who can move comfortably between analysts, operators, technical experts, and leadership audiences. If you are someone who understands the mission behind the tools, someone who can identify gaps, improve workflows, communicate complex concepts clearly, and contribute to how GEOINT professionals operate in increasingly dynamic environments, join XTS today!

Requirements

• Current active Top Secret / SCI clearance
• You have achieved a Master’s Degree + 5 years / Bachelor’s + 7 years / 10+ years of relevant experience.
• You have experience of traditional and non-traditional NTM sensors in order to assist in evaluating evolving GEOINT capabilities and help integrate them into operational workflows.
• Strong understanding of GEOINT Processing, Exploitation, and Dissemination (PED) workflows and capabilities to develop methodologies and tradecraft that align with real operational environments.
• You have strong proficiency with GEOINT COTS/GOTS tools including Maven Smart System, Map of the World, iSpy, and ArcGIS Pro to support the operational workflows and geospatial analysis activities central to the mission.
• Ability to travel up to 30% CONUS and OCONUS to support mission and training engagements.

Desired

• Experience researching and documenting unique or non-traditional NTM sensor capabilities
• Experience supporting curriculum development or training in modernization efforts
• Experience developing innovative GEOINT methodologies and workflow solutions

If you are someone who is naturally curious, operationally grounded, technically strong, and motivated by mission impact over routine production work, send your resume directly to Lanchi Lai at, ( View email address on xtscareers.applytojob.com ).

At XTS, we believe in taking care of our employees as much as we take care of our clients. As a veteran-owned company, we understand the importance of community, service, and fostering a culture where each team member can thrive. Our commitment to employee well-being is reflected in the comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities we offer. We offer tailored health care plans that fit your lifestyle, along with dental and vision coverage, paid time off (PTO), and a 401K with employer matching to secure your financial future. As we push forward in the rapidly evolving field of AI, XTS is committed to providing employees with tools and opportunities to stay ahead. We are proud to offer our GeoAI scholarship to help our employees further develop their skills and expertise in this innovative field. We take pride in delivering elite workforces to the Intelligence Community, making a real-world impact on critical missions. Join us and experience a company that invests in your success and professional growth.

Salary Range: 103K-113K/annually