SkillBridge DOD: Mission Support Engineer (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-05-20

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CA-BEALE-AFB-CUST ~ 7400 Spencer Paul Dr ~ BEAL AFB (External Site)

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.​ U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance​

Security Clearance Type:

DoD Clearance: TS/SCI

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

Raytheon Company, Managed by Collins Aerospace

At RTX Corporation, we recognize the exceptional skills, dedication, and leadership that transitioning military service members bring to the workforce. Our SkillBridge Program offers you a unique opportunity to transition into a rewarding career within the aerospace and defense industry, across our renowned business units: Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon.  

Join us and become part of a team that is committed to innovation, excellence, and making a global impact. At RTX, you'll find a supportive environment where your military experience is valued and leveraged to drive transformative projects that shape the future of flight, defense, and connected systems.  

Our SkillBridge Program is more than just a job. It's a pathway to a career where your contributions are seen and celebrated every day. Here, you'll have the chance to work with cutting-edge technology, collaborate with industry experts, and grow within a company that is dedicated to your professional development.  

Are you ready to take your skills to new heights and make a difference on a global scale? Join RTX Corporation through our SkillBridge Program and embark on a journey that goes beyond boundaries. Your future begins here.  

This SkillBridge opportunity is with Raytheon Company, Managed by Collins Aerospace

RTX 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 on Active-Duty orders in the U.S. Armed Forces 

• Must be eligible to participate per DoD Instruction 1322.29.

• 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.  

What You Will Do:

Training & mentorship opportunities include, but are not limited to:

As a Field Engineer, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of our GEOINT systems. This includes:

• 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 (IAW) 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.
• Position will be on-site 100% of the time at Beale AFB, CA
• Willingness and ability to work a rotating shift schedule to support 24/7 operations

Qualifications You Must Have 

• Active and transferable Top Secret/SCI U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date
• Security+ or higher DoD 8570 certification.
• 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.
• Experience in systems administration and software management within a complex technical environment, preferably supporting GEOINT or similar systems.
• Linux, Microsoft Windows, ESXi, Docker, and Puppet experience. Possess a strong technical proficiency with software management, system administration, and troubleshooting.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex technical problems, perform root cause analysis, and implement effective solutions.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Ideal candidate will have a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) or completed 2 years’ accredited coursework towards such degree.
• 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
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively interact with the customer, OEM, and internal stakeholders. Ability to clearly articulate technical issues and solutions.
• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively within a distributed team environment.

What We Offer:

SkillBridge Fellows are not eligible for any employee benefits, however they may be available upon conversion to full-time.  

Learn More & Apply Now!

*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.

Collins Aerospace makes modern flight possible. Of course, that wouldn’t be possible without the capabilities and technologies of our organization, as well as our engineers – a highly skilled, accomplished network that spans more than 180 sites, 24 countries and 6 Strategic Business Units (SBUs).

Our industry-leading experts are setting the standards for the aerospace industry and paving the way for the future. But as new challenges present themselves, we need fresh, creative and motivated minds to overcome these hurdles, help us break barriers and achieve new levels of innovation. Do you have what it takes to join a global organization that doesn’t shy away from big opportunities? If so, we invite you to join our ranks and create the next generation of aerospace technologies.

Together, we will nurture an engineering culture that values intellectual curiosity, risk takers and integrity. A place where we will challenge ourselves, our teams, and the status quo and where we will work to find a way – the right way – to achieve what others can only dream of.

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. 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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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.

IAW DoDI 1322.29, as a SkillBridge participant, you will not be an RTX employee and will remain under the administrative control of your military chain of command. Therefore, you will not receive any form of compensation for your work. Additionally, any type of benefits that the company offers its regular employees such as, but not limited to, health benefits, holiday pay, vacation pay, sick leave, and retirement benefits, will not be available to SkillBridge participants.

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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