SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP
IT Systems Administrator
SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP, Hawthorne, California, United States, 90250
Overview
SpaceX is looking for a highly skilled IT, Video, and Voice Systems Administrator to support the Windows, Linux, VM, and Kubernetes infrastructure for the Video and Voice team. This role supports mission-critical systems to enable a safe and sustained launch cadence and contribute to SpaceX’s goal of making humanity multiplanetary. The candidate must be comfortable working on mission-critical systems with urgency, attention to detail, and operational excellence. RESPONSIBILITIES
Augment and deploy new IT infrastructure, including networking, server, and desktop hardware directly supporting mission critical networks across the country. Perform periodic systems upgrades and patches in between critical operations, sometimes on weekends and evenings. Monitor IT services and respond aggressively to incidents to maintain systems 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 and design drawings to procedures. Leverage automation tools and contribute to IT systems engineering efforts. Ensure that systems are configured and maintained in compliance with industry and cybersecurity standards (e.g. ITAR, ISO, NIST). BASIC 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 etc), firewalls administration and cybersecurity technologies. Proficiency in scripting (Bash/Powershell/Python) and automation frameworks (Terraform, Ansible, Puppet). Familiarity with Active Directory and multi-platform authentication/identification environments. Experience with virtualization platforms and tools. Understanding of Layer 1 configuration best practices and multiplexing technologies. Working knowledge, including the ability to setup, configure, upgrade, manage, and troubleshoot, Windows-based systems and services (i.e. SCCM, Active Directory). Exposure to real-time systems and industrial telemetry networks. Experience with configuration management, provisioning, infrastructure as code, and other DevOps concepts and tools. Excellent communications skills with the ability to communicate with internal/external customers, vendors, management etc. in both formal and informal situations. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to pass Air Force background checks for Cape Canaveral and Vandenberg. Willing to work extended hours or weekends as necessary. Willing to be on after-hours on-call rotation. Ability to lift up to 30lbs. Ability to work at heights. COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Pay Range: Level I: $90,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year Level II: $105,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, including company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, discretionary bonuses, and the ability to purchase additional stock through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, disability and life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and have 10+ paid holidays per year. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicants must be a U.S. citizen or national, a U.S. lawful permanent resident, a refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or an asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about ITAR here. EEO STATEMENT
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation during the application/interview process should contact EEOCompliance@spacex.com.
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SpaceX is looking for a highly skilled IT, Video, and Voice Systems Administrator to support the Windows, Linux, VM, and Kubernetes infrastructure for the Video and Voice team. This role supports mission-critical systems to enable a safe and sustained launch cadence and contribute to SpaceX’s goal of making humanity multiplanetary. The candidate must be comfortable working on mission-critical systems with urgency, attention to detail, and operational excellence. RESPONSIBILITIES
Augment and deploy new IT infrastructure, including networking, server, and desktop hardware directly supporting mission critical networks across the country. Perform periodic systems upgrades and patches in between critical operations, sometimes on weekends and evenings. Monitor IT services and respond aggressively to incidents to maintain systems 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 and design drawings to procedures. Leverage automation tools and contribute to IT systems engineering efforts. Ensure that systems are configured and maintained in compliance with industry and cybersecurity standards (e.g. ITAR, ISO, NIST). BASIC 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 etc), firewalls administration and cybersecurity technologies. Proficiency in scripting (Bash/Powershell/Python) and automation frameworks (Terraform, Ansible, Puppet). Familiarity with Active Directory and multi-platform authentication/identification environments. Experience with virtualization platforms and tools. Understanding of Layer 1 configuration best practices and multiplexing technologies. Working knowledge, including the ability to setup, configure, upgrade, manage, and troubleshoot, Windows-based systems and services (i.e. SCCM, Active Directory). Exposure to real-time systems and industrial telemetry networks. Experience with configuration management, provisioning, infrastructure as code, and other DevOps concepts and tools. Excellent communications skills with the ability to communicate with internal/external customers, vendors, management etc. in both formal and informal situations. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to pass Air Force background checks for Cape Canaveral and Vandenberg. Willing to work extended hours or weekends as necessary. Willing to be on after-hours on-call rotation. Ability to lift up to 30lbs. Ability to work at heights. COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Pay Range: Level I: $90,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year Level II: $105,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, including company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, discretionary bonuses, and the ability to purchase additional stock through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, disability and life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and have 10+ paid holidays per year. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicants must be a U.S. citizen or national, a U.S. lawful permanent resident, a refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or an asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about ITAR here. EEO STATEMENT
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation during the application/interview process should contact EEOCompliance@spacex.com.
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