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# Systems Engineering Specialist, RC-135 Mission System Operator

- **Company:** L3Harris Technologies, Inc.
- **Location:** Klondike, TX, United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Spreadsheets, Data Link
- **Published:** May 28, 2026
- **Apply:** https://find.jobs/jobs-near-me/dod-skillbridge-systems-engineering-specialist-rc-135-mission-system-operator-klondike-texas/2790411915-2/

## About the Role

* Bachelor's Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience.
 * Top Secret (TS/SCI) security clearance on day one

Preferred Additional Skills:

 * Prior experience as an RC-135 DataLink Operator (DLO), Airborne Analyst (AA) or Airborne Mission Supervisor (AMS) a plus.
 * Familiarity with commercial and military broadband communication systems
 * Familiarity with common Tactical Datalink radios/terminals.
 * Able to read, interpret, create, and maintain spreadsheets, charts, reports, investigation and test plans, and procedures
 * Familiarity with signal generators, spectrum analyzers and other advanced test equipment.
 * Ability to communicate clearly (written and verbal) to technical and non-technical personnel.
 * Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
 * Ability to obtain and maintain a Class III flight physical.

## Description

* Understands employment of RC-135 aircraft, and operations of its mission systems.
 * Understands Standardization and Evaluation processes.
 * Able to effectively measure and communicate mission system performance criteria
 * Understand end-user needs and concerns as they pertain to mission system.
 * Perform other duties as assigned.


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