Targeting Analyst Enlisted

Summary

Targeting Analysts supervise and develop intelligence to analyze targets and assess threats. They integrate multi-source intelligence to identify, prioritize, and analyze potential targets, supporting the Space Force’s ability to counter and deter adversary space capabilities. Their work is critical for planning and executing effective space operations.

Career Categories

• Intelligence
• Operations

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum ASVAB score of 66 General.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance.
• Normal color vision.
• Typing skill of at least 25 words per minute.
• Completion of Basic Military Training.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.

Duties

• Identify and nominate targets based on mission objectives.
• Conduct target system analysis and target development.
• Prepare targeting materials and products.
• Assess battle damage and measure effectiveness of operations.
• Collaborate with intelligence collection managers to prioritize intelligence requirements.
• Maintain target documentation and databases.

Training & Education

How do we transform you from a raw recruit to an expert Guardian in this field? From hands-on experience to college credit toward a degree, the path begins here.

Targeting Analysts undergo comprehensive training in intelligence analysis, target development, and mission planning. The curriculum includes target system analysis, weaponeering, collateral damage estimation, and battle damage assessment. Specialists also learn about space-specific targeting considerations and constraints.

Training Duration

• 6 weeks of training
• 90 days of training