The Darc Program

Defence

HardwareSystemsAdministrator

A$116–154k ~AI est. Exmouth, Western Australia, Australia FULL TIME Remote Friendly
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Hardware Systems Administrator at The Darc Program. Skills: Linux systems, Cisco networking, System troubleshooting. Support live systems. Maintain Linux systems”

What You'll Achieve.

Enable system availability; Enable data collection; Enable data transmission

Industry & Context.

Defence
Problems you'll solve

Troubleshooting; Root cause analysis

Eligibility Requirements

Australian Citizenship, AU- Secret (NV1) clearance, 10% travel, Night shift roster

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Australian Citizenship required, NV1 clearance required, Hold NV1 clearance, Obtain Security+ certification quickly

Nice to Have

Security+ certification

What You'll Do.

Maintain Linux systems

Monitor Linux systems

Support network infrastructure

Resolve user access issues

Troubleshoot across systems

Restore system availability

Support mission operators

Resolve real-time technical issues

Make on-site decisions

Resolve incidents end-to-end

Support night shift roster

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

US-based teams; Mission operators

Full Job Description

AUSTRALIAN CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE TYPE: AU- Secret (NV1) TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time ## **Description** We are Northrop Grumman Australia (NGA). Our 800 strong team is leveraging unparalleled global resources to deliver sovereign Defence capability aligned to the Government’s priorities across Aeronautics, Mission Critical Systems, Space and Guided Weapons. As we build our business and our capabilities, we are also developing a reputation as a great place to work. Help us define what is possible for our nation and for your career. Northrop Grumman Australia is seeking a Hardware System Administrator to join the DARC program in Exmouth, WA as we continue to expand our on the ground team. DARC is a first-of-its-kind capability, supporting space domain awareness through advanced, high-performance systems. It’s a genuinely unique environment, combining cutting-edge technology with real operational outcomes that matter. In this role, you’ll be part of a small, highly capable onsite team responsible for keeping mission systems running during live operations. You’ll work closely with mission operators and US-based teams, staying connected to real-time activity and decision making. You’ll initially step into a night shift pattern supporting operational missions, where your work directly enables system availability, data collection and transmission. When issues arise, you are the person on the ground working through them, making decisions and keeping things moving. This role offers strong exposure to complex systems, real ownership, and the kind of work that’s hard to replicate elsewhere. A generous relocation package and allowances are included to support the move to Exmouth, WA. Australian Citizenship and a minimum NV1 clearance are mandatory to be considered for this opportunity. **Key Responsibilities** You will support live systems and keep them running during operations. This

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