Explore Targeting Officer Jobs

Targeting Officers help organizations identify, assess, and prioritize people, entities, or opportunities relevant to their mission. Depending on the employer, the role may focus on intelligence analysis, national security, military operations, law enforcement, or corporate risk. Browse vetted Targeting Officer opportunities on Ladders, where listed roles pay $100,000 or more.

What Does a Targeting Officer Do?

Responsibilities vary by industry and level of seniority. Targeting Officers may analyze information from multiple sources, develop and validate target profiles, assess risks and relationships, and prepare clear recommendations for decision-makers. Many roles also involve coordinating with analysts, operational teams, technical specialists, and external partners while following legal, ethical, and organizational requirements.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek strong research, analytical reasoning, writing, and communication skills. Relevant experience may include intelligence, security, military, law enforcement, investigations, data analysis, or risk management. Some positions require a specific degree, specialized technical expertise, language proficiency, or an active security clearance. Review each listing carefully because requirements differ across organizations.

Targeting Officer Career Opportunities

Career paths can lead to senior analytical, operational, program management, or leadership roles. Advancement typically depends on subject-matter expertise, sound judgment, effective collaboration, and the ability to communicate complex findings responsibly. Browse current openings to compare scope, qualifications, work arrangements, and compensation.

Find Targeting Officer Jobs on Ladders

Ladders focuses on vetted professional positions with salaries of $100,000 and above. Use the listings to discover Targeting Officer roles that align with your experience and career goals, and check each posting for current salary and eligibility details.

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$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing intelligence analysis through innovative fusion techniques. You'll collaborate on multi-domain operations, providing critical insights and recommendations to...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$73K - $132K *

Drive your career forward by leading operations in a dynamic distribution environment. Influence safety, productivity, and team development while fostering a culture of excellence and innovation to me...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$73K - $132K *

Lead a dynamic team in optimizing distribution operations, focusing on safety, productivity, and innovation. Foster a culture of engagement and accountability while driving performance and achieving o...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$180K - $240K *

Elevate the combat experience in Kyzen by leading a focused overhaul. You'll diagnose issues, define attack frameworks, and create engaging encounters, all while collaborating closely with a small tea...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $145K *

Drive security excellence by emulating adversaries against spacecraft and systems. Collaborate with engineers to identify vulnerabilities, lead assessments, and enhance testing tools, ensuring robust...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate our go-to-market hiring by partnering with leaders to source, engage, and close exceptional talent across Sales, Marketing, and Customer Success. Shape recruiting processes and enhance candida...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Engage with clients in agribusiness to deliver tailored risk management solutions, enhance relationships, and drive business growth through strategic insights and collaboration with internal teams...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$158K - $294K *

Join a team that's driving innovative aerospace solutions by leading the capture of new business opportunities, fostering customer relationships, and developing strategic approaches to meet U.S. gover...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Champion national preparedness by leading strategic analyses and developing actionable plans to enhance emergency response capabilities against emerging threats. Collaborate with federal and local par...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$158K - $294K *

Advance national defense initiatives by leading strategic capture efforts, forging key relationships with U.S. government entities, and shaping innovative aerospace solutions in a dynamic, mission-dri...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$158K - $294K *

Drive strategic capture and customer engagement for international defense opportunities, leading cross-functional teams to align enterprise priorities with customer needs and long-term production plan...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $170K *

Drive successful execution of Foreign Military Sales programs, ensuring seamless collaboration among stakeholders to deliver advanced UAV systems. Thrive in dynamic environments while managing cost, s...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $165K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional deployment experiences. You'll lead customer engagements, manage projects, and ensure successful outcomes by collaborating with cross-functional...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $165K *

Transform the deployment experience by leading customer engagements, managing project scopes, and ensuring high-quality outcomes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive success from discover...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $165K *

Empower our customers by leading end-to-end deployment experiences, ensuring alignment with business goals through strategic planning, project management, and operational excellence. Collaborate with...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team as a Project Manager, overseeing data center projects with a focus on transparency, risk management, and client collaboration. Leverage your construction expertise to drive success...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$90K - $150K *

Oversee and manage a hyper-scale data center project by collaborating with stakeholders, ensuring effective budget control, and driving safety and productivity on site, while fostering strong communic...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$62K - $141K *

Join a team that's shaping national security by providing critical intelligence and operational analysis. You will manage information flow, analyze complex data, and support decision-making in a fast...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $145K *

Strategize initiatives to enhance workforce alignment and Agile practices, driving high performance in IT services for federal clients while fostering a collaborative culture and supporting strategic...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$73K - $132K *

Transform logistics operations by leading teams in a dynamic environment. Drive safety and productivity while fostering a culture of excellence and innovation to meet the evolving needs of distributio...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$100K - $120K *

Lead transformative operations in a high-growth environment, driving P&L performance and team development across multiple locations. Collaborate with leadership to enhance client experiences and optim...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$78K - $104K *

Unlock your potential by driving operations that connect sales to production, enhancing efficiency and collaboration across teams. This role offers growth opportunities in Business Development and Pro...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Execute the full sales cycle to uncover opportunities and drive AI transformation, influencing go-to-market strategies and product development while engaging directly with clients in high-trust sector...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $187K *

Lead the charge in optimizing manufacturing operations, driving performance across Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, and Productivity. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operationa...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in optimizing manufacturing operations, driving performance across Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, and Productivity. Develop teams, implement continuous improvement initiatives...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Targeting Officer?question toggle

    A Targeting Officer identifies and evaluates people, entities, or opportunities relevant to an organization’s mission. The role may involve research, analysis, risk assessment, coordination, and recommendations, with duties varying by industry.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Targeting Officer jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary by employer. Common qualifications include analytical and writing skills and relevant experience in intelligence, security, military service, law enforcement, investigations, data analysis, or risk management. Some roles require a degree, specialized expertise, language skills, or a security clearance.

  • Where do Targeting Officers work?question toggle

    Targeting Officers may work in government, military, intelligence, law enforcement, security, or private-sector risk environments. Specific duties and eligibility requirements depend on the organization and position.

  • How much do Targeting Officer jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation depends on employer, seniority, location, and specialization. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; consult individual listings for salary information and compensation details.

  • How can I find Targeting Officer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Search Ladders for Targeting Officer openings and review each listing’s responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 and above.