1d ago
IT Systems Administrator, Mission Systems
Vandenberg, CA
$95k-$115k / year
full-timemidaerospace
๐ Tech Stack
๐ผ About This Role
You'll design, deploy, and support IT infrastructure for mission-critical launch networks at SpaceX. You'll ensure high availability and rapid incident response during high-cadence launch operations. This role offers the opportunity to work on pioneering space exploration technology in a dynamic, high-stakes environment.
๐ฏ What You'll Do
- Design, deploy, and augment IT infrastructure for mission-critical networks
- Provide direct IT support during launch and test campaigns
- Perform periodic systems upgrades and maintenance between critical operations
- Proactively monitor IT services and respond rapidly to incidents
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve technical issues
๐ Requirements
- 3+ years experience in IT systems administration
- Extensive hands-on experience with both Linux and Windows server administration
- Significant experience designing, deploying, supporting, and troubleshooting enterprise networks
โจ Nice to Have
- Working knowledge of network protocols and firewall administration
- Proficiency in scripting (Bash/Powershell/Python) and automation frameworks
- Experience with virtualization platforms and CI/CD pipelines
๐ Benefits & Perks
- ๐ฐ Competitive base salary with long-term incentives including company stock
- ๐ฅ Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
- ๐๏ธ 3 weeks paid vacation plus 10+ paid holidays
- ๐ถ Paid parental leave
- ๐ 401(k) retirement plan with company match
๐จ Hiring Process
Estimated timeline: 2-4 weeks ยท AI estimate
- 1Recruiter Screenยท 30 min
- 2Technical Interviewยท 60 min
- 3Hiring Manager Interviewยท 45 min
- 4On-site Interview (if applicable)ยท full day
๐ฉ Heads Up
- Willingness to work extended hours, weekends, and on-call rotation
- Travel requirement up to 20% including potential time at sea
- Physical requirements: lift 30 lbs, work at heights
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