The Darc Program
Defence
HardwareSystemsAdministrator
Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.
“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.
Troubleshooting; Root cause analysis
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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