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Airborne Sensor Operator

Operate airborne sensors for real-time intelligence gathering and analysis

Support manned ISR programs by operating electro-optical/infrared (E/O IR) sensors, conducting mission planning, and distributing intelligence products. Contribute to real-time and after-action analysis using full-motion video and onboard communications systems.

Why This Role?

Directly contribute to national security operations with hands-on sensor operation and data analysis.

Key Responsibilities

  • Execute preflight, flight, and post-flight duties including mission planning, briefings, inspections, and debriefings.
  • Operate and troubleshoot E/O IR sensors and communications equipment during flights.
  • Prepare and distribute intelligence products and mission documentation.
  • Assist with sensor upgrades and maintenance as needed.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree and 2 years' experience or 700 flight hours as an aircrew member on ISR aircraft.
  • Active Top Secret with SCI clearance.
  • Current FAA Class II/III Medical Certificate.
  • Valid U.S. Passport for international travel.
  • Completed physiological training/altitude chamber.
  • Experience providing direct support to SOF ground forces using E/O-IR FMV sensors.

Required Skills

sensor-operationdata-analysisaviationintelligence-analysiscommunication-systemsAirborne sensor operationIntelligence analysisMission planningCommunicationTroubleshootingReport preparation

Indonesia Context

Working Hours Overlap:
Flexible — work your own hours
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Keywords

Airborne Sensor OperatorISRE/O IRFull-motion videoIntelligence analysisAircrewLeidos
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Original description from The Muse

Description Looking for an opportunity to make an impact? At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers' success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business. Are you ready for your next challenge? Airborne Sensor Operator (ASO) supporting a manned ISR program that will be based CONUS. Leidos will provide contracted aircrew for an ISR aircraft providing imagery and multi-source data for both real-time and after-action analysis. The ASO will be responsible for routine and dynamic target area assessment using full motion video while providing analysis and distribution of multi-source information via on-board aircraft communications systems. The successful candidate will possess a combination of maturity, skill and experience to function safely and effectively as an aircrew member in a tactical ISR environment. Selected candidates will be required to operate E/O IR sensors, and communications equipment. THE CHALLENGE (primary responsibilities) The ASO will be required to execute all assigned preflight, flight, and post flight duties as required to safely and effectively operate an assigned sensor suite supporting a variety of missions. This includes mission planning, pre-briefings, mission system inspection, operation, troubleshooting, post-flight inspections, debriefings, intelligence product preparation and distribution, and mission documentation. The ASO may also assist with performing sensor upgrades and maintenance. WHAT SETS YOU APART (basic qualifications) • Must have a bachelor's degree and a minimum of 2 years' experience or 700 flight hours as an aircrew member on a multi-place military or government ISR contract aircraft, and verifiable experience providing direct support to SOF ground forces using E/O-IR FMV sensors (additional years of experience will be considered in lieu of degree) • Have an active Top Secret with SCI • Possess a current FAA Class II/III Medical Certificate issued within 6 months of employment start date • Possess a United States Passport that is valid for 12 months after employment start date and be able to travel internationally • Current physiological training / altitude chamber or previously completed with proof of completion • Possess excellent CRM skills and be able to apply ORM principles • Be willing to deploy for rotations of up to 90 days to various CONUS or OCONUS operating locations as directed by the Government. • Must show demonstrable interpretation and analysis experience using E/O-IR FMV sensors and be able to produce post mission products using Microsoft office suite. • Must be able to successfully accomplish airborne mission / flight operations and image analysis • Must be able to travel to various CONUS locations for training • Be willing to work long hours and / or non-regular hours with minimal notice • Be able to proficiently operate assigned sensors while airborne for extended periods • Be willing to work and execute airborne missions in Hardship and Hazardous locations • Previous internal aircraft, air-to-air, and air-to-ground communication experience required Preferred Qualifications MX-15/20/25 experience • Previous ISR Warden experience • Air-to-Air and Air-to-Ground communication coordination experience desired • Previous JTAC or Military ISR mission/intelligence product support experience • Previous ISR and or instructor/evaluator experience in a combat environment is desired • Previous KUSS, PRC-117, VORTEX, data link experience desired AMSOPP1 If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo - because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail

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Company
Leidos
Source
The Muse
Job Type
full time
Location
Remote · Open worldwide
Category
Seniority
mid
PostedFresh
Jun 23, 2026

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