Principal Solutions Engineer, US Government

HE360’s space-based and processing capabilities continue to expand rapidly, providing potential solutions to a variety of key USG missions. HE360 is looking for a Principal Solutions Architect to be the hunter who connects USG end-users and mission needs to HE360’s existing and potential capabilities to address them. In this position, you will be the “tip of the spear” for HE360’s mission value to the USG, shaping the application of commercial RF capabilities to meet mission needs. This position is entrepreneurial in nature, and requires a high-degree of individual initiative to work within broad mission guidance to achieve objectives.

Location: This position is approximately 75% in an on-site, secure workspace in Herndon, VA.

As the Principal Solutions Architect, US Government, your main responsibilities will be:

• Proactively identify the immediate and pressing USG government mission needs that HE360 can address to drive end-user demand for HE360 capabilities.
• Proactively reach out to individuals in the DoD/IC to investigate their potential use of HE360 capabilities to satisfy key mission requirements.
• Work with end-users to define and communicate their requirements through appropriate channels to entities involved in the acquisition of commercial RF capabilities.
• Work with HE360 capability team leads to identify gaps between current capabilities and what is required to address critical mission needs.
• Using a variety of software tools, generate visual products highlighting existing or potential mission value of HE360 capabilities to support the renewal and growth of existing USG contracts and the potential application of HE360 capabilities to new mission areas.
• Provide training at multiple classification levels to USG audiences in HE360 capabilities.
• Develop, maintain, and distribute periodic products highlighting key mission capabilities to USG audiences.

Your skills and qualifications:

Essential education and experience:

• At least 12 years of experience as a USG analyst or targeter, with a balance of RF, remote sensing, and all-source analysis understanding.
• BS or MS in engineering, or related field; or equivalent experience.
• Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility is required.
• Familiarity with the requirement and capabilities documents that drive US government acquisition of overhead RF collection capabilities.
• Ability to convey HE360 mission value to end-users via the use standard GIS platforms (QGIS, ARCGIS) in conjunction with MS Office tools.
• Expertise in USG RF use-cases, feeds and databases.
• Expertise in search, discovery, and incorporation of non-RF datasets such as imagery and OSINT to provide additional context for RF datasets.
• Deep familiarity with the organizations and individuals who use RF data throughout the US DoD and Intel Community and how to reach them.
• Expertise in discovery, filtering, and analysis of RF datasets in tools such as FADE/MIST, GALE, and/or THRESHER.
• Experience in planning and executing on-site and virtual training for audiences of various levels of RF knowledge.

Desirable:

• Expertise in USG overhead collection system capabilities and limitations.
• An active network of potential users of HE360 capabilities.
• Balance of COMEXT and ELINT expertise.
• Expertise and trusted relationships in federated USG systems for overhead RF requirements.

Base Salary Range: $165,000 - $210,000 annually

HawkEye 360 offers a compensation package that includes a competitive base salary plus annual performance bonus and benefits. We consider many factors when determining salary offers, such as candidate's work experience, education, training & skills, as well as market and business considerations. We are also open to considering candidates with experience and qualifications at a different level than required in a job posting, which may affect the compensation package offered.

Company Overview:

HawkEye 360 is delivering a revolutionary source of global knowledge based on radio frequency (RF) geospatial analytics to those working to make the world a safer place. The company operates a commercial satellite constellation that detects, geolocates, and identifies a broad range of signals & behaviors. We employ cutting-edge AI techniques to equip our global customers with high-impact insights needed to make decisions with confidence. HawkEye 360 is headquartered in Herndon, Virginia.

HawkEye 360 is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.