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Mission Operations Specialist - San Diego

Full-time$75,000–$75,0002026-09-24 → 2026-10-12
HybridSecurity clearance required

Core

Install, configure, test, and sustain cybersecurity and operational technology solutions on military and commercial platforms in industrial, maritime, rail, or defense environments.

Role type

Field integration and systems sustainment specialist (via careerplan.io/jobs/6206840004-mission-operations-specialist-san-diego-at-shift5)

Builds

Cybersecurity, predictive maintenance, and compliance capabilities for defense and commercial fleets

Domain

Defense, maritime, rail, and industrial operational technology

Deliverable

physical/clinical work

Required skills

hardware installation, software configuration, network setup, troubleshooting, mechanical aptitude, reading technical procedures, lifting heavy equipment

Preferred skills

Surface Navy vessel familiarity, Linux proficiency, wiring diagram interpretation, ruggedized computer installation

Technologies

Windows, Linux, Ethernet, IP-based communications, multimeters, logic analyzers

Responsibilities

Install hardware, sensors, and cabling on platforms; configure operating systems and system images; execute startup checklists and verification tests; troubleshoot on-site hardware and network issues; document installation activities and configurations

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC