Linux Systems Engineer – UK SC Cleared (Hybrid)

Airbus Defence and Space; Stevenage; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Contributory pension

Car leasing scheme

Free onsite parking

Season ticket loan

Tax-free technology scheme

Discounted shopping

Hybrid working

TOIL options

Holiday buy/sell

Personal development opportunities

Wellbeing support

Life assurance

Enhanced parental leave

Job summary

AIRBUS Defence and Space Limited is seeking a professional to join the Digital Engineering team in Stevenage. The role focuses on reliably operating Linux infrastructure and leading technical strategies to support diverse engineering projects.

You will collaborate across teams to deploy robust, high-performing Linux environments, driving automation and efficiency while aligning with security requirements. A hybrid work model is available and the company offers extensive development and wellbeing

Qualifications

• Demonstrable expertise in Linux systems administration with a focus on RHEL.
• Experience using orchestration tools to streamline infrastructure management.
• Proficient in one or more scripting languages to automate tasks.
• Ability to independently develop and deploy scalable Linux-based solutions.

Responsibilities

• Architect and maintain Linux infrastructure and related engineering hardware.
• Provide strategic technical guidance during project initiation and planning.
• Oversee end-to-end configuration and deployment of workstations and servers.
• Collaborate with IT and business managers to address technical challenges.
• Ensure infrastructure complies with internal security policies.
• Identify and drive continuous improvement for infrastructure.

Skills

Linux Admin (RHEL)

Automation (Ansible)

Scripting (Python/Bash/Perl/PowerShell

Solution development

Job description

AIRBUS Defence and Space Limited is seeking a professional to join the Digital Engineering team in Stevenage. The role focuses on reliably operating Linux infrastructure and leading technical strategies to support diverse engineering projects.

You will collaborate across teams to deploy robust, high-performing Linux environments, driving automation and efficiency while aligning with security requirements. A hybrid work model is available and the company offers extensive development and wellbeing