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Specialist, Systems Engineering, RC-135 ELINT

Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska
Full Time On-site

Summary

Job Description

L3Harris is seeking a Specialist, Systems Engineering, to support RC-135 Electronic Intelligence (ELINT) systems for our location in Offutt AFB, NE. The position is a part of a team providing ground support and analysis to the USAF’s RC-135 ELINT mission.  Responsibilities include operating the Ground ELINT Processing System (GEPS), pre-mission preparation of mission databases for RC-135 aircraft and associated mission trainers, and post-mission analysis/dissemination of mission products.

Essential Functions:

  • Assist in design, configuration and provide maintenance/support for ELINT analysis systems around the world to include maintaining virtual desktop and server systems.
  • Build, integrate and maintain computer/networking systems according to customer requirements.
  • Brief RC-135 crews on potential collection opportunities and optimize collection by recommending best practices based on previously collected events.
  • Interact with analysts, aircrew, and associated agencies
  • Provide technical expertise on RADAR systems operations and collection system characteristics.
  • Conduct trends analysis against data to determine systems performance and identify issues.
  • Must be worldwide deployable with the ability to travel up to 15%
  • Ability to work various shifts depending upon mission needs
  • Must have an active Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain a Top Secret/SCI and Polygraph within the first year.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree with four (4) years’ experience with mission system and collection operations and/or analysis
  • Graduate Degree with two (2) years’ experience with mission system and collection operations and/or analysis
  • In lieu of a degree, a minimum of eight (8) years’ experience with mission system and collection operations and/or analysis
  • Demonstrated experience with mission systems and/or collection analysis along with computer operations

Preferred Additional Skills:

  • RC-135 mission system or like system collection operations and analysis experience/qualification
  • An understanding of Linux shell scripting, including, but not limited to, BASH, CSH, HTML, XML and PostgreSQL.
  • Knowledge of RHEL 8 OS and Windows OS with the ability to build/test OS images tailored for data processing and analysis requirements.
  • Network and Systems administration skills to include the ability to maintain, implement and configure switching, firewall, server and RAID storage solutions
  • CompTIA Network+ or Security+ certification
  • Familiarity with LINUX and UNIX-based operating systems using command line and Oracle database administration
  • Active Top Secret/SCI clearance

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L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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About L3 Harris

L3 Harris

L3 Harris is one of the largest defense and aerospace companies in the United States, delivering advanced technologies that support missions across air, land, sea, space, and cyber domains. The company develops communications systems, space payloads, intelligence platforms, electronic warfare capabilities, missile defense technologies, and mission-critical sensors used by the U.S. military, intelligence community, and allied nations around the world.

For job seekers, L3Harris offers opportunities across engineering, software development, cybersecurity, space systems, manufacturing, intelligence, program management, and mission operations. The company is especially attractive to veterans, cleared professionals, and engineers who want to work on advanced technologies that directly support national security. With programs spanning tactical communications, ISR platforms, satellite systems, and defense electronics, employees have the opportunity to contribute to some of the military’s most important capabilities.

Unlike companies focused on a single mission area, L3Harris operates across a diverse portfolio of defense technologies, providing employees exposure to a broad range of programs and technical disciplines. Teams work on everything from secure communications and autonomous systems to space-based sensors and electronic warfare platforms, creating opportunities for both specialization and long-term career growth within the organization.

As governments continue investing in modernization, space capabilities, resilient communications, and advanced sensing technologies, L3Harris remains one of the most important employers in the defense industry. For professionals seeking a mission-driven career with strong growth opportunities, technical challenges, and direct impact on global security, L3Harris continues to stand out as a leading destination in aerospace and defense.

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