USPACOM J2 Intelligence Data Layer Engineer (Intelligence Center)

The MITRE Corporation•Honolulu, HI

1d•$162,400 - $243,600•Onsite

About The Position

Within MITRE’s Intelligence Center, the Defense Intelligence Department’s mission is to enhance our sponsors’ policy formulation, planning, and strategy execution across the national security enterprise through all-source intelligence and resource analysis that informs decision-making to address threats in an era of strategic competition. We mitigate critical gaps and shortfalls, identify relevant emerging technologies, and create novel solutions to address mission challenges to advance the missions of our sponsors. The Department is accountable and responsible for intelligence programs with the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA), the Office of the Under Secretary of War for Intelligence and Security (OUSW I&S), the Office of Naval Intelligence (ONI), and the Combatant Command Intelligence Directorates (J2). MITRE is seeking an experienced leader to be the Principal Engineer for the United States Pacific Command (PACOM) J2 Common Operational Picture (COP) Intelligence Data Layer (IDL), a J2 top priority requirement. MITRE is looking for a highly qualified expert familiar with establishing technical and functional requirements, developing test plans, and executing complex validation and verification events. In coordination with DIA’s Common Intelligence Feed (CIF) Joint Program Management Office (JPMO) and Theater Operations/Fires Enterprise, the PACOM J2 will operationalize the IDL across the Pacific Intelligence Enterprise. The applied systems engineer will operationalize complex systems to create a unified and shared understanding of the intelligence environment for decision-makers across the full spectrum of operations and organizations. The systems engineer will collaborate with capability developers to ensure alignment with technical requirements and system integration goals within and beyond the Intelligence Community. They will work closely with stakeholders to verify that all components function cohesively, contributing to a unified and seamless integrated system.

Requirements

Typically requires a minimum of 10 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 8 years and a Master’s degree; or a PhD with 5 years’ experience; or equivalent combination of related education and work experience
Expertise in object-based systems, tools, datasets, architecture, and intelligence production
Strong understanding of Combatant Command intelligence support and processes
Independent sponsor support experience
Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills
Must have an active Top Secret/SCI with Polygraph U.S Government issued Security Clearance. Per the U.S. Government’s eligibility requirements, you must be a U.S Citizen to be considered for a security clearance.
This position has an on-site requirement of 5 days a week on-site.

Nice To Haves

Must have an active Top Secret/SCI with Polygraph U.S Government issued Security Clearance. Per the U.S. Government’s eligibility requirements, you must be a U.S Citizen to be considered for a security clearance.
Expert in intelligence systems acquisition, test/evaluation, and validation/verification
Deep knowledge of critical intelligence databases, battlespace awareness applications, cross domain solutions, and their attributes for technical integration
Comprehensive grasp of PACOM mission and intelligence activities
This position is eligible for participation in the Hawaii Rotational Program, which is designed to attract top-tier, mission-critical talent to support work in Hawaii. The program offers a three-year participation period and includes an annual incentive payment for eligible employees. To qualify, employees must relocate to Hawaii and charge at least 75% of their time to designated projects at the MITRE Hawaii site.

Responsibilities

Lead Intelligence Data Layer (IDL) operationalization across the PACOM Joint Intelligence Operations Center and Service Components
Work with the CIF JPMO, other Combatant Commands, and Services to prepare and execute test plans and procedures
Integrate with joint test organizations for operational verification and validation
Ensure capabilities are robust for times of limited communication and verified for sharing across the joint/combined force
Engage with J2 Leadership, analysts, PACOM HQ staff, CIF JPMO and MITRE to align IDL requirements with mission needs