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Technical Collections Engineer-Clearance Sponsorship Available

$64,000 to $128,000 a year

  • Sterling, VA

Found by HiredNow AI on Oct 6, 2026. Subscribers saw it first.

About the role

Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers’ most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization. Nightwing brings disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial markets.

Nightwing

  • is seeking
  • a
  • Technical Collections Engineer , Jr. level .

An ideal candidate

  • will have
  • basic

Linux

operating experience

to include troubleshooting technical issues.

The

Technical Collections Engineer

  • , Jr. level
  • will
  • work closely with cross-functional teams to develop,
  • analyze
  • and interpret signals dat a .
  • CLEARANCE LEVEL -Top Secret/SCI with Polygraph Sponsorship Required

Required Skills

Working level knowledge

of:

TCP/IP and OSI network models

Linux systems administration

Cloud

-based

services

Automation

  • tools
  • and scripting languages such as Bash or Python
  • Proven ability to work well in a collaborative team environment

Desired Skills

Prior experience as a military Signal Collections Analyst or

Information Technology Administrator

  • Experience in signals analysis, network
  • analysis
  • or related field

Experience with virtualization technologies

Prior experience with SIGINT collection systems.

Working k

nowledge of machine learning and artificial intelligence concepts

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science
  • or other technical fields of study .
  • In lieu of technical degree,
  • and four (4) years relevant experience
  • In lieu of a deg r ee,
  • relevant military experience can be applied
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Salary & Benefits
The salary associated with this position ($64,000-$128,000) is commensurate with the selected candidate’s qualifications, years of relevant experience, and demonstrated level of expertise. Compensation will be determined based on these factors to ensure alignment with skills, responsibilities, and market standards.
Nightwing offers medical, vision and dental insurance coverage in addition to a 401k plan, PTO, Holidays, and additional insurances.
Nightwing is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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