High Band Sensor Support Engineer (Onsite)

High Band Sensor Support Engineer

Collins Aerospace is seeking a driven, technically strong High Band Sensor (HBS) Support Engineer to support the U.S. Air Force Distributed Common Ground System (AF DCGS) enterprise at Beale AFB, CA. In this critical on-site role, you will oversee the operation and sustainment of a high visibility SIGINT system supporting global Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) missions. This position operates on a rotating shift schedule and offers the opportunity to make a direct, mission level impact every day.

What You Will Do

In this role, you will serve as the technical lead and system steward for the HBS enterprise. Responsibilities include:

• Managing, maintaining, and optimizing sensor software supporting the HBS system
• Performing advanced systems administration of specialized SIGINT applications
• Operating HBS software that controls sensors, sites, and systems across the AF DCGS architecture
• Delivering engineering-level technical support to the OEM and stakeholders through established ticketing and communication channels
• Conducting detailed diagnostics, analysis, and fault isolation of LBS software and associated systems
• Supporting SIGINT post-upgrade activities IAW technical data, TTPs, and OIs
• Executing pre-mission configuration workflows (system checks, reboots, ground ring establishment, etc.)
• Providing real-time, on-shift LBS support to operators, mission crews, and end-users
• Gathering and delivering LBS system inputs for mission debriefs across supported communities
• 100% on-site at Beale AFB, CA

Qualifications You Must Have

• Active and transferable Top Secret/SCI U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date with the ability to obtain CI Poly after start
• 5+ years of ELINT experience
• 5+ years of DCGS experience
• Strong background in system administration, software management, or engineering in a complex technical environment—preferably supporting SIGINT or similar ISR systems
• DoD 8570 certification (Security+ or higher)
• Ability to support rotating 24/7 shift operations
• Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience

Qualifications We Prefer

• Hands-on proficiency with Linux, Docker, Puppet, vSphere, and system/software troubleshooting
• Ability to clearly communicate technical issues to customers, OEMs, and internal teams
• Demonstrated success in analyzing complex issues and executing effective solutions
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a distributed operations and engineering team

What We Offer:

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

• Flexible work weeks: 9/80A, 5/40; Flexible work Hours: Core hours, Modified time
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
• Adoption Assistance         
• Autism Benefit
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
•  And more! 

May be eligible for relocation.