Mission Operations Specialist - Fort Carson

Job overview

The Mission Operations Specialist - Fort Carson role is described as field-oriented and remote, based out of Fort Carson, Colorado. The listed base salary is $75,000–$110,000 per year. Shift5 builds onboard operational technology for cybersecurity, predictive maintenance, compliance, and fleet readiness. The specialist installs, configures, tests, and sustains Shift5 solutions on customer platforms. The work supports reliable deployments through hands-on integration, troubleshooting, verification, and documentation alongside customers and Mission Deployment Engineers.

What you'll do

• Install hardware, sensors, networking equipment, and cabling on military and commercial platforms
• configure and update software, operating systems, and system images
• perform startup checks and operational verification
• travel to customer sites for integration, upgrades, and preventative maintenance
• troubleshoot basic issues and escalate complex challenges
• document installations and test results
• maintain deployment kits and equipment.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

mission operations specialist

fort carson co

shift5

full-time

day shift

field integration

hardware deployment

software deployment

systems sustainment

military platforms

commercial fleets

travel up to 30%

$75k–$110k

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Bonus program and equity
• medical, dental, and vision coverage
• employer HSA contributions
• employer-paid life and disability insurance
• uncapped paid time off
• flexible and remote work policy.

Why this role

Field-oriented role based out of Fort Carson; requires an active U.S. security clearance or willingness and ability to obtain one; travel up to 30% domestically and occasionally internationally.

About the employer

Shift5 is hiring for this role. Industry: Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology). Sector: 54.