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Army National Guard

35G Imagery Analyst

Army National Guard, Boise, Idaho, United States, 83702


Job Description

They say that a picture is worth a thousand words, and as a Geospatial Intelligence Imagery Analyst for the Army National Guard, those words protect the lives of U.S. personnel in the field.

National Guard Geospatial Intelligence Imagery Analysts examine and interpret imagery information about enemy forces and provide commanders with an accurate picture of the battlefield. This information is critical to planning for our Nation's defense. You'll earn a secret clearance and work with other intelligence professionals, gathering data and studying images required for tactical and operational plans. You'll analyze aerial and ground photographs, as well as electronic imagery of enemy ships, bases, missile sites, and industrial facilities, identifying enemy equipment, weapons and operational forces. Your geographical analysis of land and sea will be crucial to your Commander's ability to battle plan.

Job DutiesProduce intelligence by analyzing images, fixed/moving targets, and geospatial data

Identify military installations, facilities, weapon systems, military equipment, and defenses

Distinguish changes to the battlefield based on imagery analysis

Conduct Battle Damage AssessmentSome of the Skills You'll LearnAnalyzing fixed/moving target indicators, geospatial data, and overhead/aerial images

Planning overhead and aerial imagery collection

Gathering information utilizing sophisticated mapping tools, as well as the premier digital and analytical intelligence networks to create products for the CommanderHelpful SkillsAnalytical thinking

Ability to communicate; speaking and writing clearly

Interest in reading maps and chartsMore than any other branch of service, the Army National Guard offers a wide range of intelligence-related positions. Through your training, you will develop the skills and experience to enjoy a civilian career with engineering, mapmaking, mining, land evaluation, and construction companies.

Earn While You Learn

Instead of paying to learn these skills, get paid to train. In the Army National Guard, you will learn these valuable job skills while earning a regular paycheck and qualifying for tuition assistance and certifications.

Job training to be a Geospatial Intelligence Imagery Analyst requires 10 weeks of Basic Training, where you'll learn basic Soldiering skills, and 22 weeks of Advanced Individual Training (AIT) and on-the-job instruction, including practice in intelligence gathering. You'll learn Geospatial Intelligence in the classroom and in the field. Completion of your initial entry training in the Army National Guard could also lead to additional college credit.

Benefits/Requirements

BenefitsPaid training

A monthly paycheck

Earn a security clearance

Montgomery GI Bill

Federal and State tuition assistance

Retirement benefits for part-time service

Low-cost life insurance (up to $400,000 in coverage)

401(k)-type savings plan

Student Loan Repayment Program (up to $50,000, for existing loans)

Health care benefits available

VA home loans

Bonuses, if applicableMost non-prior service candidates will initially earn between $200 and $250 per drill weekend, subject to change.

RequirementsMilitary enlistment in the Army National Guard

Must be at least a junior in high school, or have a high school diploma or a GED certificate

Must be between the ages of 17 and 35

Must be able to pass a physical exam and meet legal and moral standards

Must meet citizenship requirements (see NATIONALGUARD.com for details)Requires military enlistment. Programs and benefits are subject to change. Ask your Army National Guard recruiter for the most up-to-date information. Actual MOS assignment may depend on MOS availability.

Other Job Information

Job ID: 2103ZIP Code: 83705Job Category: IntelligenceAge Requirements: Must be between the ages of 17 and 35 Geospatial fusion