High Band Sensor Support Engineer (Onsite)

Prattwhitney; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 86,800 - 165,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work weeks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement program

401(k) plan with employer matching

Three weeks of vacation

Job summary

Prattwhitney is seeking a High Band Sensor Support Engineer for the U.S. Air Force Distributed Common Ground System based in Langley AFB, VA. The role requires managing sensor software and performing advanced systems administration.

Candidates must have at least 5 years of experience and an active Top Secret/SCI clearance. This position offers benefits including flexible work weeks, medical insurance, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of Electronic Intelligence (ELINT) experience.
• 5+ years of DCGS experience.
• Must have active Top Secret/SCI clearance.
• Hands-on proficiency with Linux, Docker, Puppet, vSphere.

Responsibilities

• Manage and optimize sensor software.
• Perform advanced systems administration.
• Deliver technical support to OEM and stakeholders.
• Conduct diagnostics and analysis of LBS software.

Skills

Electronic Intelligence (ELINT)

System administration

Software management

Linux

Docker

Education

STEM degree

Advanced degree in related field

Tools

vSphere

Puppet

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-04-29

Location: Langley AFB, Virginia, USA (External Site)

Role

High Band Sensor (HBS) Support Engineer – U.S. Air Force Distributed Common Ground System (AF DCGS) – Langley AFB, VA

Security Clearance: Active Top Secret/SCI U.S. government issued clearance required prior to start; ability to obtain CI Poly after start.

The position operates on a rotating shift schedule and offers the opportunity to make a direct, mission‑level impact every day.

Responsibilities

• Manage, maintain, and optimize sensor software supporting the HBS system.
• Perform advanced systems administration of specialized SIGINT applications.
• Operate HBS software that controls sensors, sites, and systems across the AF DCGS architecture.
• Deliver engineering‑level technical support to the OEM and stakeholders through established ticketing and communication channels.
• Conduct detailed diagnostics, analysis, and fault isolation of LBS software and associated systems.
• Support SIGINT post‑upgrade activities IAW technical data, TTPs, and OIs.
• Execute pre‑mission configuration workflows (system checks, reboots, ground ring establishment, etc.).
• Provide real‑time, on‑shift LBS support to operators, mission crews, and end‑users.
• Gather and deliver LBS system inputs for mission debriefs across supported communities.

Qualifications

• Active and transferable Top Secret/SCI government clearance required prior to start with ability to obtain CI Poly after start.
• Minimum 1+ year of Electronic Intelligence (ELINT) experience.
• Minimum 5+ years of DCGS experience.
• Strong background in system administration, software management, or engineering in a complex technical environment – preferably supporting SIGINT or similar ISR systems.
• DoD 8570 certification (Security+ or higher).
• Ability to support rotating 24/7 shift operations.
• Typically requires a STEM degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an advanced degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience.
• Hands‑on proficiency with Linux, Docker, Puppet, vSphere, and system/software troubleshooting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with customers, OEMs, and internal teams.
• Proven ability to analyze complex issues and execute effective solutions.
• Strong collaboration skills within a distributed operations and engineering team.

Benefits

• Flexible work weeks (9/80A, 5/40) and flexible hours.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
• 401(k) plan with employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Student loan repayment program.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Optional pet, home, auto, additional life, accident and critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection.
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits.
• Employee assistance plan with counseling sessions.
• Wellness incentives and rewards program.
• Virtual doctor visits and second opinion program.
• Child and elder care services (Bright Horizons, Teladoc Medical Experts).
• May be eligible for relocation.

Salary range: USD 86,800 – 165,200.

EEO Statement

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.