Skillbridge Fellowship | Geoint Systems Field Engineer (onsite)

Skill Bridge Fellowship Opportunity

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is seeking a highly motivated skill bridge candidate to join our team in supporting the US Air Force's Distributed Common Ground System (AF DCGS) at Beale AFB, CA. This critical role involves managing our Geo-Spatial Intelligence (GEOINT) systems and requires a strong technical background and a dedication to providing exceptional support to our customers. This is a full-time, on-site position at Beale AFB, CA, operating on a rotating 24/7 shift schedule.

Collins Aerospace is a provider of SkillBridge Fellowship opportunities for transitioning service members to gain an in-depth understanding of the aerospace and defense business from some of the most respected leaders and engineers in the industry. SkillBridge fellows will not be eligible for any compensation during their fellowship, as they will continue to receive all military pay and benefits. Upon successful completion of this fellowship, you will be well prepared and encouraged to apply for open positions listed on our careers page.

To be eligible for a SkillBridge Fellowship, you must meet the following requirements:

• Must be eligible to participate in Fellowship per DoD Instruction 1322.29.
• Must be projected to receive an honorable discharge from the military.
• Must have all TAP and transition requirements completed prior to the start date.
• Must receive approval from Unit Commander or O4+ in the chain of command.
• Must be located within a commutable distance or willing/approved to relocate to the job location.

What You Will Do

• Provide direct mission support of airborne ISR and space-based operations using dedicated ground control systems to monitor and control sensor and ground system health/status and quickly resolve issues as they occur.
• Actively monitor, administer, and troubleshoot complex GEOINT systems consisting of Linux, Windows, ESXi Docker, and Puppet.
• Perform incident reporting and logistics during problem troubleshooting and resolution.
• Support GEOINT post-upgrade efforts, in accordance with technical data, tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs), and operating instructions (OIs).
• Perform pre-mission configuration tasks, including system checks, reboots, mission readiness testing, etc.
• Provide real-time GEOINT support to the customer, operators, and end-users.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Experience in systems administration and software management within a complex technical environment, preferably supporting GEOINT or similar systems. Typically requires a minimum of 3 to 6 years of experience within the Air Force DCGS or similar environment. Air Force AFSC 1D7XX or 1NXXX background desired. Ideal candidate will have a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) or completed 2 years' accredited coursework towards such degree.
• Technical Skills: Security+ or higher DoD 8570 certification. Linux, Microsoft Windows, ESXi, Docker, and Puppet experience. Possess a strong technical proficiency with software management, system administration, and troubleshooting.
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively interact with the customer, OEM, and internal stakeholders. Ability to clearly articulate technical issues and solutions.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Demonstrated ability to analyze complex technical problems, perform root cause analysis, and implement effective solutions.
• Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively and effectively within a distributed team environment.
• Security Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI.
• Shift Work: Willingness and ability to work a rotating shift schedule to support 24/7 operations.
• Location: Must be able to work on-site 100% of the time at Beale AFB, CA.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Linux, Microsoft Windows, ESXi, Docker, and Puppet system administration
• Experience with military GEOINT domain to include airborne ISR sensors and Processing, Exploitation and Dissemination (PED) architectures.
• Administration of COTS or GOTS software solutions used for GEOINT analysis (Socet GXP, Xplorer, Unicorn, mIRC chat, MAAS, etc.) or other OEM software (APS+, GSEG+, Crew Comm, etc.)
• Experience administering VMware/Docker (containers, storage and resources) and cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, OpenStack, etc.)
• Familiarity with the Serena (SBM) trouble ticket reporting system

What We Offer

• 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!

Learn More & Apply Now!

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 — 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'll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customers succeed today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge? Join our mission today.

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

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 possibilities. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other – propel us all higher, again and again.

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

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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.