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Full Motion Video (FMV) / Research Analyst

BAE Systems

Sterling, VAFull-time$92–157K/yrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today

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Compensation
$92–157K/yr
Location
Sterling, VA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Citizenship required

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

GPC-F Certification, requiredTS/SCI clearance, required

Job overview

BAE Systems seeks analysts to support an operational cell through video forensics and in-depth research analysis. The role integrates GEOINT, IMINT, FMV, and other intelligence disciplines into fused intelligence products. Analysts work a standard 40-hour week, with possible nights, weekends, holidays, and other abnormal hours as needed. Candidates must hold an active clearance with polygraph and be able to obtain additional government polygraphs.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

FMV Analysis, requiredMotion Geospatial Analysis, requiredSituational Awareness, requiredVerbal Communication, requiredWritten Communication, requiredPrioritization, requiredProblem Solving, requiredMS Office Suite, requiredMS Word, requiredMS PowerPoint, requiredAnalytical Writing, requiredKeyboarding, requiredColor Discrimination, requiredCoding, nice to havePython Scripting, nice to haveArcGIS, nice to haveAdobe Premiere Pro, nice to haveMicrosoft Access, nice to have

Qualifications

5 Years Intelligence Experience or Degree Credit, required5 Years FMV Mission Experience, requiredTS/SCI Clearance With Polygraph, requiredGPC-F Certification, requiredCI Polygraph, nice to haveGPC IA or GA Level II Certification, nice to haveBA/BS in Relevant Field, nice to have

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave

Full job description

Job Description

BAE Systems is the premier provider of Full Motion Video (FMV) exploitation. We are currently seeking multiple high performing analysts to support an operational cell with video forensics and in-depth research analysis.

**This position isNOT on a 24x7 rotation schedule.However, on this program, employees must be able and willing to work added and/or "abnormal" work hours to meet the needs of the client/customer.

Analysts must be able to work in a fusion cell, specifically integrating GEOINT, IMINT, FMV, among other INTs, into intelligence products. Candidates must have the ability to exploit video footage collected by sensors on Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) platforms as well as in-depth, advanced research culminating in comprehensive, fused, multi-INT intelligence products. Candidates must have an active clearance with polygraph to be considered and be willing and capable of passing additional polygraphs by the Government.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

  • 5 years of combined Intelligence experience, which can be supplemented by a relevant degree (AA = 2 years, BA = 3 years)

  • 5 years of full-time and/or active duty motion geospatial or full motion video (FMV) analysis mission experience - We cannot substitute other Intelligence disciplines of Intelligence for the 3 minimum years required for this role

  • Must possess TS/SCI clearance and be capable of obtaining and maintaining full polygraph accesses. A current CI polygraph is preferred but not required for this role.

  • Work a standard 40 hr work week and be willing and able to work nights, weekends and holidays if and when necessary.

  • During high-tempo operations, can maintain situational awareness and can verbally and in writing relay and articulate intelligence.

  • Can prioritize and solve routine tasks, positively impact customer and team relations.

  • Excellent working knowledge of MS Office Suite: MS Word & MS PowerPoint.

  • Excellent analytical writing skills.

  • Must be an advanced keyboarder at 32 WPM with 100% accuracy or better without looking at a keyboard.

  • Candidates must possess the ability to accurately discern red, green, blue, and yellow colors on a screen.

  • Must attain FMV analyst qualifications and maintain required minimum skill level in each position.

  • Must already possess GPC-F certification.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

  • Over 5-9 years of (FMV) analysis mission experience

  • BA/BS in field relevant to geospatial intelligence, intelligence studies, etc.

  • Experience in coding, python scripting, and/or using ArcGIS (ESRI) programs

  • Experience using Adobe Premiere Pro

  • Experience using Microsoft Access

  • Possess GPC IA or GA Level II certification

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $92290 - $156860

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20 hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

Full Motion Video (FMV) / Research Analyst

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How this job compares

Set against the 863 open Intelligence Analyst jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 13, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$92–157K/yr
  • Virginia median$92–150K/yr231 salary ranges
  • US median$85–150K/yr697 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $125K, is close to the Virginia median midpoint ($126K) — in the middle half of Intelligence Analyst salary ranges in Virginia.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 266 open Intelligence Analyst jobs in Virginia and 863 across the US. 2% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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Experience
This posting asks for at least 3 years of experience; Intelligence Analyst postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years at the median (740 postings).
Education
245 of the 863 open Intelligence Analyst jobs (28%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 13, 2026. Figures based on too few postings are left out.

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