Intelligence Analyst

SpaceX is seeking a dynamic and driven individual with a demonstrated ability to work independently and as a member of a team in a fast-paced, high-tech environment. Our goal is to protect some of the world’s most advanced technologies, including: rockets, Dragon capsules for human transport, inter-planetary transport vehicles, the world's largest satellite communications network, etc. As an industry leader, we attract foreign and domestic adversaries intent on impeding our progress and stealing our technology. The work we do will safeguard mankind as we become an interplanetary species.

You will be responsible for the research, analysis, production, and dissemination of information relevant to protecting the safety and security of personnel, global assets, and operations at SpaceX. You will use various collection methods and platforms to explore data sources, identify critical information, build queries, and assess risks to produce actional insights that drive informed business decisions.

• →Conduct in-depth research, evaluation, analysis, integration, and interpretation of information sourced from various open sources.
• →Produce high-quality intelligence products on a daily, weekly, and monthly cadence, including data visualization, briefings and analytic reports.
• →Perform enhanced due diligence on companies and people within established tradecraft standards.
• →Perform geospatial analysis/movement analysis using internal/external data sources and platforms.
• →Utilize data aggregators and OSINT tools to conduct open-source research, and leverage social media platforms, deep web, dark web and breach data to identify hidden connections.
• →Identify emergent risks to the company, our technology, and people and quickly synthesize information to share with relevant stakeholders.
• →Communicate findings effectively and accurately to team members, leadership, and relevant stakeholders.
• →Facilitate information sharing by fostering relationships and partnering with internal stakeholder groups as well as external local and federal law enforcement.
• →Conduct intelligence analysis, threat assessments, and investigations (including interviews and data analysis) on persons and groups of interest to determine risk.
• →Manage and safeguard sensitive information, including case file and intelligence reports.

• Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of professional experience in intelligence analysis, technical targeting, and/or investigations; OR 4+ years of professional experience in intelligence analysis, technical targeting, and/or investigations in lieu of a degree.

• 2+ years of all-source/technical targeting intelligence experience in military, intelligence community, academic or private sector.
• 2+ years using military, intelligence community geospatial analysis tools, standards and datasets.
• 1+ years using SQL, Python, and experience in API pulls/integrations.
• Working familiarity with ArcGIS, government platforms and location-based data.
• Experience with open-source intelligence gathering tools/techniques for application/web-based social media platforms including web scraping, data parsing, and meta data extraction.
• Experience with near-real time event-based geospatial analysis and OSINT collection.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to analyze large data sets and draw actionable insights.
• Knowledge of analytic tradecraft standards, source validation, disinformation detection.
• Effectively communicate and collaborate with security and engineering teams on technical topics.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to produce clear and concise research reports.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment in a fast-paced, high-tech environment.
• Highly organized with a strong attention to detail.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.
• High degree of emotional intelligence and maturity.

• Must be able to work extended hours and weekends as needed to support critical efforts and operations.
• Must be willing to travel ad hoc, although only minimal travel is expected at this time.
• Active TS/SCI clearance, or ability to obtain one. With an active clearance, candidates will be subject to pre-employment screening including background check and drug/alcohol test as well as random drug and alcohol testing during employment.

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.  

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.