Mission Operations Specialist
US$75,000 – US$110,000 / yr base salary
Posted 24 Sep 2026
Advertised as “Mission Operations Specialist - San Diego”
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- Expected experience
- 1–4 yrs
- Management level
- Individual contributor
- Employment
- Remote
| Base salary | US$75,000 – US$110,000 / yr |
|---|
Study levelAssociate degree
Study levelCertificate
About Shift5
Shift5 is building the data platform for onboard operational technology (OT). We deliver cybersecurity, predictive maintenance, and compliance capabilities that enable defense and commercial fleets to operate with greater readiness, resilience, and mission assurance.
We are seeking a mission-aligned Mission Operations Specialist to support the installation, configuration, testing, and sustainment of Shift5 solutions across customer platforms.
This role sits at the intersection of Field Integration, Hardware & Software Deployment, and Systems Sustainment and will play a critical role in supporting Shift5’s next phase of growth.
This is an active, field-oriented remote role (based out of San Diego). It requires a desire to get hands-on in the field with customer platforms, technical fluency in hardware and software installation, ownership of field deployment procedures, an ambitious mindset to do whatever it takes, and the relentless drive needed to solve the toughest problems facing our customers.
What You'll Do
- Install Shift5 hardware, sensors, networking equipment, and cabling on military and commercial platforms in industrial, maritime, rail, or defense environments.
- Configure, install, and update software applications, operating systems (Windows/Linux), and system images across customer hardware.
- Execute installation procedures, startup checklists, and operational verification tests to ensure system readiness and compliance with Shift5 quality and safety standards.
- Travel and deploy into the field to work directly alongside customers and Mission Deployment Engineers, leading on-site integration, upgrades, and preventative maintenance activities.
- Troubleshoot basic hardware, software, network, and installation issues on-site, escalating complex technical challenges to Mission Deployment Engineers.
- Document installation activities, equipment configurations, and test results while preparing and maintaining deployment kits, tools, and equipment.
What We’re Looking For
Required
- Experience in supporting technical equipment, field installations, electronics, networking, IT systems, or related hands-on technologies (1–4 years).
- Proficiency with common hand tools, basic electronic test equipment, Windows operating systems, and basic Ethernet/IP-based communications.