Date Posted:

2025-12-01

Country:

United States of America

Location:

CA993: Beale Afb, Ca 7400 Spencer Paul Drive 7th Space Warning Squadron, Beale Afb, CA, 95903 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.‚Äč U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance‚Äč

Security Clearance:

TS/SCI - Current

Raytheon Company Managed by Collins Aerospace

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market. 

Collins Aerospace is seeking a system administrator, software engineer, or information technology specialist to perform Air Force Distributive Common Ground System (AF DCGS) /¬†Data and Dissemination Systems Support ‚Äď Centralized (DSMC) sustainment functions across GEOINT focused software and systems. This requisition is open to candidates willing to work with a well-established and evolving team at Beale AFB, California.¬†

DSMC duties include, but are not limited to, providing technical and engineering support for new and existing data and dissemination systems on Linux and Windows operating systems. Candidates for this position should have a strong understanding of GEOINT operational workflows and the technical expertise to maintain DSMC systems and software that interface with multiple sensors, sites, and network enclaves.  

New members of the Collins team will initially train with more experienced engineers but will eventually be expected to work with limited supervision. Candidates should be self-motivated, organized, possess excellent written and verbal skills, and have the ability to work independently. Candidates will be expected to support and respond to customer needs with accuracy and efficiency. 

Collins Aerospace places an emphasis on work life balance and team spirit while maintaining a favorable relationship with the customer. This position requires the candidate to work various 24x7 shifts throughout the year in response to customer demands.   

What You Will Do‚Äč

• 24x7 support of AF DCGS coalition Full Motion Video (FMV)
• 24x7 support of AF DCGS data ingest in support of AET and processing, exploitation, and dissemination (PED) architectures
• Support enterprise teams in comprehensive analysis, diagnostics, and fault isolation for GEOINT system systems and end-to-end network paths¬†
• Actively monitor and troubleshoot system issues and participate in logistics and incident reporting during problem resolution¬†
• Participate in integration activities by working closely with the customer and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) when new capabilities are fielded¬†
• Work as part of a company agnostic team across the AF DCGS enterprise, understand company goals and customer requirements while working well with other team members in the local area¬†

Qualifications You Must Have 

• Experience with military SIGINT domains across various platforms and expert knowledge in at least one domain SIGINT with experience as a discipline lead.
• Prior experience building and facilitating effective teams working across shifts with a proven track record of interfacing with military leadership, specifically senior military leadership (Office/Enlisted).
• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and a minimum of 3 years of experience.
• Current Security+ or higher DoD 8570 certification.
• Active and transferable TS/SCI U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Current DoD 8570.1 IASAE Level I certification (e.g., CASP+ CE, CISSP, etc.).
• Experience or knowledge of Air Force Distributed Common Ground System (AF DCGS) operations.
• Microsoft Windows OS administration and Red Hat Linux OS administration.
• Network design and configuration familiarity.
• Experience administering VMWare (virtual machines, storage, and resources), cross-domain data transfer systems, and be familiar with cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, OpenStack, Kubernetes, Docker, etc)

What We Offer‚Äč

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.¬†¬†‚Äč
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.¬†¬†‚Äč
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer¬†retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option.¬†¬†‚Äč
• Tuition reimbursement program.¬†‚Äč
• Student Loan Repayment Program.¬†¬†‚Äč
• Life insurance and disability coverage.¬†¬†‚Äč
• Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life¬†and accident insurance,‚ÄĮcritical illness‚ÄĮinsurance, group legal, ID theft protection.¬†‚Äč
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits.¬†‚Äč
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning.¬†¬†‚Äč
• Adoption Assistance. ‚ÄĮ‚ÄĮ‚ÄĮ‚ÄĮ‚ÄĮ‚ÄĮ‚ÄĮ‚ÄĮ¬†¬†‚Äč
• Autism Benefit.¬†¬†‚Äč
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions.¬†¬†‚Äč
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program.¬†‚Äč
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits.¬†¬†‚Äč
• Bright Horizons, child, and elder care services.¬†‚Äč
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program.¬†¬†‚Äč
• May be eligible for relocation.
• And more!‚ÄĮ¬†

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Learn More & Apply Now!‚Äč

Do you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the¬†world, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian,¬†military and government customers complete their most complex missions ‚ÄĒ whatever and¬†wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure¬†communications, missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft and¬†collaborative space solutions. By joining our team, you‚Äôll have your own critical part to play in¬†ensuring our customer succeeds today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you¬†up for the challenge? Join our mission today.¬†‚Äč

*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.

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Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we¬†form ‚Äď with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and¬†again.¬†¬†‚Äč

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Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.  

Employee Referral Eligible

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 82,000 USD - 164,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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