Air Force AFSC · Intelligence
1N8X1 Targeting Analyst
Overview
Targeting Analysts develop and implement tactical strike solutions for potential threats. They analyze terrain and structures to provide commanders with precise strike recommendations and battle damage assessments.
Minimum clearance: Top Secret
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Skill levels: 1N811 helper · 1N831 apprentice · 1N851 journeyman · 1N871 craftsman
Core Skills
- target systems analysis
- geospatial and imagery analysis
- all-source intelligence integration
- battle damage assessment
- precision targeting and weaponeering literacy
- threat and vulnerability analysis
- intelligence report writing
- briefing and visualization of complex data
- quality assurance and validation of intelligence products
- time-sensitive analysis and decision support
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Amazon Web Services AWS software
- Apache Hadoop
- Apache Hive
- Apache Kafka
- Apache Spark
Civilian Career Paths
- Geospatial Intelligence
- Intelligence Analysis
- Open Source Intelligence
- Project Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA Security+
- CompTIA Network+
- Esri ArcGIS Pro Foundation
Career Growth
- Esri ArcGIS Pro Associate Certification
- GIS Professional (GISP)
- Certified Remote Sensing Technologist (ASPRS)
- Certified Mapping Scientist, Remote Sensing (ASPRS)
What the Work Involves
- Validate known intelligence with data from other sources.
- Gather, analyze, correlate, or evaluate information from a variety of resources, such as law enforcement databases.
- Evaluate records of communications, such as telephone calls, to plot activity and determine the size and location of criminal groups and members.
- Gather intelligence information by field observation, confidential information sources, or public records.
- Analyze intelligence data to identify patterns and trends in criminal activity.
Related Occupations
- Digital Forensics Analysts
- Private Detectives and Investigators
- Information Security Analysts
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a four-year degree or equivalent experience.
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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