Specialist, Systems Engineer – RC-135 Computer Systems Administrator

L3Harris Technologies

. Support all RC-135 operational and ground training missions by preparing and recovering mission software loads .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeOffutt AFB • Nebraska • United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing Ground Data Processing System (GDPS) operations, including mission software load preparation and recovery, data import/export, and system configuration control. Holds relevant IT/computer systems experience and possesses necessary security clearances and certifications.

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Ground Data Processing System (GDPS) OperationsMission Software Load Preparation and RecoveryData Import/Export OperationsActive Secret ClearanceCompTIA Security+ Certification

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Hard Skills

Computer Hardware PerformanceSoftware AdministrationLinux Shell ScriptingMySQLPHPPerlJavaHTMLOracle Database AdministrationData Archiving

Tools & Technologies

GDPSRC-135 Mission SystemsCisco NetworkingUNIX-based Operating Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

DoD IAT Level II CertificationCisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)CompTIA Network+ Certification

Industry Keywords

USAFMission OperationsSecurity ClearanceCONUS/OCONUS TravelSystem Anomalies

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

JavaLinuxMySQLOraclePerlPHPShell ScriptingUnix

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support all RC-135 operational and ground training missions by preparing and recovering mission software loads
Conduct recoveries of all missions by extracting critical data for customer use
Provide Ground Data Processing System (GDPS) operations support
Perform data import/export operations and mission data archiving
Assist with GDPS hardware and software malfunction isolation
Configure systems for special operations modes and testing as required
Manage GDPS daily operations and recommend corrections for system anomalies
Maintain GDPS database and software configuration control
Manage login/password security controls
Support the USAF’s RC-135 mission aircraft and related ground support systems

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience in IT/computer systems experience, OR Graduate Degree and minimum 2 years of prior related experience, OR minimum 8 years of prior related experience in lieu of a degree
Demonstrated experience with computer hardware and software performance, sustainment, and administration
Demonstrated experience preparing and recovering mission software loads
Demonstrated experience with data import/export operations and mission data archiving
Must be worldwide deployable
Ability to travel up to 30% CONUS/OCONUS
Must be able to work various shifts
Ability to move up to 50 lbs and ascend/descend ladders up to 5% of the time
Active Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance and pass a CI polygraph within the first year
Ability to obtain DoD IAT level II certification or higher within six months, e.g. CompTIA Security+
Preferred: Experience or qualification with current RC-135 mission systems or equivalent platform or systems
Preferred: Programming experience with Linux shell scripting, MySQL, PHP, Perl, Java, and HTML
Preferred: Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
Preferred: CompTIA Network+ or Security+ certification
Preferred: Familiarity with Linux and UNIX-based operating systems using command line and Oracle database administration
Preferred: Active Top Secret/SCI clearance

Benefits

Comp & perks

Reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities
Travel up to 30% CONUS/OCONUS
5/8 schedule: 8 hours per day, 5 days per week, mission dependent