As a key player in our launch environment, the IT Systems Administrator will be pivotal to enabling safe and sustained launch cadence.
The successful candidate will have experience in IT systems administration with a focus on networking, compute administration, and application support. This role requires hands-on experience with Linux or Windows server administration, as well as enterprise network administration and deployment.
Responsibilities:
* Augment and deploy new IT infrastructure, including networking, server, and desktop hardware to support mission-critical networks.
* Perform periodic systems upgrades and patches between critical operations.
* Monitor IT services and respond aggressively to incidents to maintain system performance.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to proactively identify and resolve potential technical issues with systems deployments.
* Author and maintain documentation for IT systems, from systems overview documents to procedures.
* Leverage automation tools and contribute to IT systems engineering efforts.
* Ensure systems are configured and maintained in compliance with industry and cybersecurity standards.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
* 3+ years of experience in IT systems administration.
* Hands-on experience with Linux or Windows server administration.
* Experience with enterprise network administration and deployment.
Preferred Skills and Experience:
* Working knowledge of network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, SNMP, NTP, PTP).
* Proficiency in scripting (Bash/Powershell/Python) and automation frameworks (Terraform, Ansible, Puppet).
* Familiarity with Active Directory and multi-platform authentication/environments.
* Experience with virtualization platforms and tools.
* Understanding of Layer 1 configuration best practices and multiplexing technologies.
* Working knowledge of Windows-based systems and services.
* Exposure to real-time systems and industrial telemetry networks.
* Experience with configuration management, provisioning, infrastructure as code, and other DevOps concepts and tools.
Additional Requirements:
* Ability to pass Air Force background checks.
* Willingness to work extended hours or weekends as necessary.
* Ability to lift up to 30lbs.
* Ability to work at heights.
* US citizenship or lawful permanent residency required.
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion.