F-35 Senior Database Administrator | Kleine Brogel Air Base | On Site

Secure and optimize mission critical databases that support F-35 flight operations. Data integrity, performance and availability drive operational readiness.

Together with Belgian Defence, ILIAS Solutions manages the full data lifecycle of the F-35 ALIS and ODIN environments at Kleine Brogel Air Base.

As Senior Database Administrator, you own performance, security and continuity across ALIS and ODIN. You lead database operations in a controlled environment where precision and consistency matter.

Full-time on-site presence required.

Meaningful Work in a Mission Driven Environment

Your databases support real flight operations. Data must be accurate, available and secure to enable reliable decisions.

Complex Challenges, Clear Solutions

You work in a controlled environment with strict procedures and high availability. You manage Oracle and SQL Server, tune performance and run structured backup and recovery with tools such as RMAN and Data Pump.

The Impact You Help Create

You deliver stable and secure database environments. You reduce risk, support continuity and ensure consistent system performance.

You ensure stable, secure and high-performing database environments within defined procedures.

• Manage and optimize Oracle databases across ALIS and ODIN
• Administer and support Microsoft SQL Server
• Execute backup, restore and disaster recovery (RMAN, Data Pump)
• Monitor and improve performance and availability
• Maintain data integrity and security
• Support scripting and automation (Shell, Batch or similar)
• Lead and coordinate database activities
• Work within structured procedures and change control

Support Core Defense Capabilities

• Fleet Management through reliable data environments
• Expeditionary Operations through secure systems
• Total Asset Visibility through consistent data
• MRO and Sustainment through stable database operations

What You Bring

• 5+ years as Database Administrator
• Strong experience with Oracle RDBMS and SQL Server
• Experience with RMAN, Data Pump or SQLPlus
• Solid knowledge of SQL and PL/SQL
• Experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux and Windows Server
• Experience with automation tools such as Ansible
• Experience in mission critical or controlled environments
• Ability to lead and coordinate database work
• Strong analytical mindset and ability to perform under pressure
• Willingness to support operations, including on-call if needed
• Professional communication in English

Systems Thinking and Analytical Strength

You understand how databases, applications and infrastructure connect. You anticipate dependencies and keep environments stable and secure.

Working Across Teams and Functions

You work with system administrators, network teams and operational stakeholders. You align activities across systems, applications and data flows.

Grow Through Capability and Innovation

You deepen your expertise in database management within ALIS and ODIN environments. You work on systems that require precision, performance and reliability.

Grow in a Mission Driven Environment

At ILIAS Solutions, you work at the intersection of aviation, defense and complex IT systems, in collaboration with Belgian Defence.

You are part of a high competence team where expertise and structured operations come together.

Build capability over time

At ILIAS, learning is embedded in the way we work.
Development takes place through daily exposure to complex systems, supported by a structured and modern Learning Management System. Clear development paths provide insight into current capability and possible next steps.

From onboarding to more advanced levels, learning remains practical and directly linked to real operational environments. We invest in time, tools and guidance to support consistent development.

As capability grows, so does the impact you can make within the organization.

Contribute to What Comes Next

You support long term continuity within a stable collaboration between ILIAS Solutions and Belgian Defence.

Your work strengthens secure and reliable data environments that support mission readiness.

Contact

Ready to take ownership of databases where data integrity directly supports F-35 flight operations

Apply directly or contact tim.van.dam@ilias-solutions.com