Collins Aerospace
aerospace and defense
AFDCGS-DataandDisseminationSystemsSupport–Centralized(DSMC)Administrator(Onsite)
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“AF DCGS - Data and Dissemination Systems Support –Centralized (DSMC) Administrator (Onsite) at Collins Aerospace. Skills: AF DCGS, DSMC, system administration, Linux, Windows, GEOINT systems. perform Air Force Distributive Common Ground System (AF DCGS) / Data and Dissemination Systems Support – Centralized (DSMC) sustainment functions across GEOINT focused software and systems. providing technical and engineering support for new and existing data and dissemination systems on Linux and Windows o”
What You'll Achieve.
respond to customer needs with accuracy and efficiency
Industry & Context.
comprehensive analysis; diagnostics; fault isolation
Active and transferable U. S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date, U. S. citizenship is required, DoD Clearance: TS/SCI, Active and existing security clearance required on day 1, Mission Essential, requires the candidate to work various 24x7 shifts throughout the year in response to customer demands
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Microsoft Windows OS administration, Red Hat Linux OS administration, Current Security+ or higher DoD 8570 certification, Active and transferable TS/SCI U. S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date, Typically requires a 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
Nice to Have
Current DoD 8570. 1 IASAE Level certification (e.g. , CASP+ CE, CISSP, etc. ), Experience or knowledge of Air Force Distributed Common Ground System (AF DCGS) operations, Network design and configuration familiarity, Experience administering Cross Domain Solutions, Experience administering VMWare (virtual machines, storage, and resources), cross-domain data transfer systems, and be familiar with cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, OpenStack, Kubernetes, Docker, etc)
What You'll Do.
perform Air Force Distributive Common Ground System (AF DCGS) / Data and Dissemination Systems Support – Centralized (DSMC) sustainment functions across GEOINT focused software and systems
providing technical and engineering support for new and existing data and dissemination systems on Linux and Windows operating systems
maintain DSMC systems and software that interface with multiple sensors
24x7 support of AF DCGS coalition Full Motion Video (FMV)
24x7 support of AF DCGS data ingest in support of AET and processing
and dissemination (PED) architectures
Support enterprise teams in comprehensive analysis
and fault isolation for GEOINT system systems and end-to-end network paths
Actively monitor and troubleshoot system issues and participate in logistics and incident reporting during problem resolution
Participate in integration activities by working closely with the customer and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) when new capabilities are fielded
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Support enterprise teams; working closely with the customer and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs); Work as part of a company agnostic team across the AF DCGS enterprise; working well with other team members in the local area
Communication Scope
excellent written and verbal skills
Full Job Description
**Date Posted:** 2026-05-11 **Country:** United States of America **Location:** US-VA-LANGLEY-AFB-CUST ~ 586 Weyland Rd ~ LANGLEY 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 At RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. Collins Aerospace is seeking a system administrator, software engineer, or information technology specialist to perform Air Force Distributive Common Ground System (AF DCGS) / Data and Dissemination Systems Support – Centralized (DSMC) sustainment functions across GEOINT focused software and systems. This requisition is open to candidates willing to work with a well-established and evolving team at the 480th ISRW Langley AFB, Virginia. DSMC duties include, but are not limited to, providing technical and engineering support for new and existing data and dissemination systems on Linux and Windows operating systems. Candidates for this position should have a
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