Military Advisor- Sentiment Analysis (Part Time/Remote) (Mission Assurance 4)- 28490
Mission Technologies, a division of HII · United States
- Hybrid
- Part-time
- $170,000 / year
- United States
Job highlights
- Provide expert sentiment analysis guidance to military clients.
- Develop and deliver training on data collection and analysis.
- Execute data collection from open-source platforms.
- Apply NLP and machine learning techniques.
- Produce intelligence products and brief leadership.
About the role
About Mission Technologies, a division of HII
HII designs, develops, integrates and manages the sensors, systems and other assets necessary to support integrated ISR operations and accelerated decision-making. With data fusion and mission management capabilities for the Department of Defense, the combatant commands and the intelligence community, HII advances the mission around the globe.
Leadership Mindset at HII – Mission Technologies
Leadership At HII Is a Mindset, Not a Title. Through Our Leadership Capability Framework, We Define How Every Team Member Contributes To Our Mission And Culture:
- Know & Grow Your People – Commit to learning and supporting team success.
- Build Relationships – Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust.
- Take Ownership – Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work.
- Customer First – Focus on the mission and those we serve.
- Shape the Future – Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement.
- Act with Urgency – Take initiative and follow through with purpose.
These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies.
Summary
HII-Mission Technologies is seeking an experienced and skilled Military Advisor- Sentiment Analysis to provide expert guidance and support to our military clients! The Sentiment Analysis Advisor will support critical intelligence and information operations. In this role, you'll serve as both a technical expert and educator, developing and delivering comprehensive training programs, while providing direct analytical support to DoD mission requirements! Ready to make a meaningful difference with a team that’s growing fast? Join us!
Position: Remote and part time. Travel: This position requires episodic travel to OCONUS locations, often to remote and challenging environments. Expect deployments lasting several weeks to months at a time. Travel may include locations with limited infrastructure and security concerns.
What You Will Do
Subject Matter Expertise:
- Provide expert-level guidance on sentiment analysis methodologies, tools, and best practices for DoD personnel and partner organizations
- Design and implement sentiment analysis frameworks to support operational intelligence requirements
- Advise on the selection, deployment, and optimization of sentiment analysis technologies and platforms
- Conduct advanced analytical assessments of population sentiment across multiple information environments
- Support tactical and strategic decision-making through actionable sentiment intelligence products
Instruction & Training Development:
- Develop, deliver, and maintain comprehensive training curricula on sentiment analysis techniques and applications
- Provide instruction on methods to capture and process data that is procured in major data scraping and collection efforts to assist in understanding population sentiment and digital trends
- Create practical exercises, case studies, and hands-on training scenarios relevant to DoD mission sets
- Train personnel on data collection methodologies, processing workflows, and analytical techniques
- Assess student competency and provide detailed feedback on analytical products
- Maintain current awareness of emerging technologies and incorporate innovations into training programs
Technical Operations:
- Execute large-scale data collection and scraping operations from open-source and authorized platforms
- Process and normalize multi-source datasets including social media, news feeds, forums, and digital communications
- Apply natural language processing (NLP), machine learning, and computational linguistics techniques
- Develop custom scripts and tools to enhance data collection and processing efficiency
- Ensure data integrity, quality control, and compliance with legal and ethical standards
Analysis & Reporting:
- Identify and track population sentiment trends, narrative patterns, and information influence operations
- Produce clear, concise intelligence products tailored to diverse stakeholder requirements
- Brief senior leadership on sentiment trends, emerging threats, and operational recommendations
- Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams including OSINT analysts, data scientists, and operations personnel
- Additional duties as assigned or required
What We Are Looking For
- 9 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 7 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 4 years relevant experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 13 years relevant experience.
- Experience in sentiment analysis, social media analysis, or OSINT
- Background in instruction or training
- Prior support to DoD, Intelligence Community, or federal law enforcement
- Experience with large-scale data collection, web scraping, and data processing
- Proficiency with sentiment analysis platforms (Brandwatch, Crimson Hexagon, Synthesio, Palantir, etc.)
- Advanced programming in Python, R, or similar
- Experience with web scraping tools (BeautifulSoup, Scrapy, Selenium, APIs)
- Strong NLP skills (NLTK, spaCy, transformers, BERT)
- Proficiency in data visualization (Tableau, Power BI, matplotlib, D3.js)
- Experience with big data tools (Hadoop, Spark) and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure)
- Knowledge of SQL and NoSQL databases
- Deep understanding of social media ecosystems and online communities
- Familiarity with information operations, influence campaigns, and narrative analysis
- Ability to identify trends and anomalies in large datasets
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving in dynamic environments
- Knowledge of DoD data regulations, privacy laws, GDPR, and ethical data practices
- Willingness to deploy up to 50% of the time as required by mission needs
- Clearance: Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance
Bonus points for...
- Bachelor's in Data Science, Computer Science, Computational Linguistics, Intelligence Studies, or Social Sciences
- Master's highly desired
- 5+ years of professional experience in sentiment analysis, social media analysis, or related OSINT disciplines
- 3+ years of experience in an instructional or training role
- Proven ability to develop and deliver effective training programs
- Experience supporting Special Operations Forces (SOF) or tactical units
- Foreign language proficiency (Arabic, Mandarin, Russian, or Farsi preferred)
- Certifications in data science, machine learning, or related fields
- Prior military or intelligence community experience
- Experience with gray literature and dark web data collection
- Knowledge of geospatial analysis and network analysis techniques
- Published research or presentations on sentiment analysis or OSINT methodologies
- Clearance: Possess and maintain a Secret clearance
Physical Requirements
May require working in an office, industrial, shipboard, or laboratory environment. Capable of climbing ladders and tolerating confined spaces and extreme temperature variances.
Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.
To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video: https://vimeo.com/732533072
Why HII
We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals. Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career. Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
Key skills/competency
- Military Advisor
- Sentiment Analysis
- Intelligence Operations
- Data Collection
- Natural Language Processing (NLP)
- Python
- Web Scraping
- Data Visualization
- DoD Support
- Training Development
Skills & topics
- Military Advisor
- Sentiment Analysis
- OSINT
- Intelligence Analysis
- Data Science
- Python
- NLP
- DoD
- Training
- Remote
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight experience in sentiment analysis, OSINT, and DoD support. Quantify achievements where possible.
- Showcase technical skills: Emphasize proficiency in Python, R, NLP tools, and sentiment analysis platforms.
- Address clearance requirements: Note your ability to obtain or maintain a Secret clearance.
- Prepare for technical and behavioral questions: Be ready to discuss analytical processes and collaboration.
- Highlight training experience: Showcase any experience in developing and delivering instructional content.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What is the work arrangement for a Military Advisor- Sentiment Analysis at Mission Technologies?
- This Military Advisor- Sentiment Analysis position is part-time and remote. However, it requires significant episodic travel, up to 51-75% of the time, to OCONUS locations, which may include deployments lasting several weeks to months in challenging environments.
- What security clearance is required for the Military Advisor- Sentiment Analysis role at Mission Technologies?
- The role requires the ability to obtain a Secret clearance. Having an active Secret clearance is a plus, especially if it's maintained.
- What kind of experience is most valuable for the Military Advisor- Sentiment Analysis position?
- The most valuable experience includes a strong background in sentiment analysis, social media analysis, OSINT, and prior support to DoD, Intelligence Community, or federal law enforcement. Experience with large-scale data collection, NLP, and Python programming is also highly regarded.
- Does Mission Technologies offer opportunities for career growth in this Military Advisor- Sentiment Analysis role?
- Yes, HII's Mission Technologies division emphasizes continuous career growth through valuable educational and training programs, offering a supportive environment for professionals at every stage of their career.
- What are the main responsibilities of the Military Advisor- Sentiment Analysis?
- Key responsibilities include providing expert guidance on sentiment analysis methodologies, developing training programs, executing data collection, applying NLP/ML techniques, and producing intelligence products to support DoD mission requirements.
- What technical skills are essential for the Military Advisor- Sentiment Analysis role?
- Essential technical skills include advanced programming in Python or R, proficiency with sentiment analysis platforms and web scraping tools, strong NLP skills, and experience with data visualization and big data tools.