Database Administrator Security Clearance

Position: Database Administrator with Security Clearance
Senior Database Administrator (DBA)
Collins Aerospace

Location:

Richardson, TX (Fully Onsite)

Contract:

1-Year (High Likelihood of Extension)
Pay Rate: $65–70/hr Critical Requirements
Active Top Secret Clearance on Day 1 CompTIA Security+ Certification

Position Overview
Collins Aerospace, a business unit of RTX Corporation, is seeking an experienced Senior Database Administrator (DBA) to support mission-critical systems within a secure, onsite facility in Richardson, TX. This role is central to maintaining the performance, integrity, and security of complex database environments that directly support high-impact aerospace and defense programs.
The ideal candidate will possess deep technical expertise in SQL, Postgre

SQL, Mongo

DB, and related database technologies, along with experience supporting enterprise tools such as the Atlassian Suite, Cameo/Teamwork Cloud MBSE, Solid Works, and Git Lab. A strong background in database architecture, optimization, and secure system administration is essential. While a formal degree is preferred, equivalent hands-on experience is highly valued.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain high-availability, scalable database systems.

• Administer and optimize SQL, Postgre

SQL, Mongo

DB, and other database environments.

• Manage data storage, indexing, and retrieval strategies for performance and reliability.

• Support and integrate databases used by Atlassian Suite, Cameo/Teamwork Cloud MBSE, Solid Works, and Git Lab.

• Conduct database tuning, performance optimization, and troubleshooting.

• Implement and maintain robust backup, recovery, and disaster-recovery procedures.

• Ensure adherence to security and compliance standards within classified environments.

• Collaborate with development and engineering teams on schema design, query optimization, and automation.

• Stay current with emerging database technologies and recommend improvements.

Required Qualifications

• Active Top Secret Clearance (must be valid on Day
1).

• CompTIA Security+ Certification.

• 8+ years of professional DBA experience with strong proficiency in SQL, Postgre

SQL, and Mongo

DB.

• Strong understanding of database architecture, indexing, and system performance tuning.

• Experience managing database security and compliance within secure or classified environments.

• Demonstrated ability to support complex, large-scale database ecosystems.

• Hands-on experience supporting database components related to Atlassian Suite, Cameo/Teamwork Cloud MBSE, Solid Works, and Git Lab.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with underlying database technologies used by the above tools.

• Experience working within classified, defense, or aerospace environments.

• Scripting skills (Python, Power Shell) for automation.

• Knowledge of cloud-based or hybrid database solutions. Soft Skills

• Strong analytical reasoning and problem-solving abilities.

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environments.

• Self-driven mindset with the ability to operate independently. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)