System Administrator – Spacecraft Control Centre | AIRBUS Defence and Space Limited

AIRBUS Defence and Space Limited; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company is looking for a System Administrator for the Spacecraft Control Centre in Wiltshire. The role involves installation and maintenance of systems, providing expertise in UNIX/Linux and CISCO networking. Candidates should have experience supporting high availability systems. This full-time position offers competitive benefits and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual profit share

Contributory pension

Unlimited access to E-learning courses

Wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Essential experience with UNIX/Linux systems.
• Desirable CISCO CCNP or CCNA certification.
• Experience in a System Administration role is required.
• Experience managing a CISCO Network is preferred.
• Knowledge of supporting Linux-based hardware and software.

Responsibilities

• Installation of SKYNET 6A Spacecraft Control Centre.
• Perform general computer configuration and maintenance.
• Ensure SCC compatibility with existing SCOF equipment.
• Assist in system problem investigations.
• Lead SCC Engineering for system deployment plans.
• Develop robust test procedures for system changes.

Skills

UNIX/Linux experience

CISCO CCNP or CCNA knowledge

Network management skills

High availability systems support

IP networking knowledge

Job description

Overview

Job Title: System Administrator – Spacecraft Control Centre
Employer: AIRBUS Defence and Space Limited
Location: Wiltshire, United Kingdom
Employment Type: Permanent
Reference Number: JR10317170

Job Details:

Job Description: External posting

Security Clearance: Must have or be able to obtain UK Eyes Only SC/DV Security Clearance via the UK Intelligence Community (UKIC) process.

Location: Corsham, Wiltshire (with some hybrid working available subject to our Hybrid Working Policy)

Type: Full time

What’s in it for you

• Financial Reward: Competitive salary, annual profit share, contributory pension, share options, car leasing scheme, free onsite parking, season ticket loan, tax-free technology scheme, discounted shopping and much more

• Work / Life Balance: 37 hour week, flexible working around core hours and Friday afternoons off, hybrid working, up to 2 additional days per month as TOIL, option to buy/sell holiday

• Personal Development: Personalised development plan, Airbus Leadership University and unlimited access to 10,000+ E-learning courses, internal mobility including international opportunities

• Health & Wellbeing: Wellbeing benefits (including 24/7 online GP and mental health support), Employee Assistance Programme, discounted family health / dental insurance / eye tests, cycle-to-work scheme

• Family and Caregiving: Life assurance, enhanced pay for maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave and caregiving

• Inclusive Environment: Wellbeing room, Multi-faith room, Employee Representative Groups (Gender, LGBTQ+, International, Generational, Disability, Social & Cultural Diversity, Neurodiversity)

Our world is changing. And so are we. Sustainability is at the heart of our purpose. What’s your next change?

We now have an exciting opportunity for a System Administrator to join the Spacecraft Control Centre Support Team in the Chippenham area, Wiltshire, reporting to the Head of SCOF Engineering.

The Spacecraft Control & Operations Facility (SCOF) comprises all Ground Equipment, Computers & Software and connectivity across multiple sites required to effect Command and Control of the SKYNET Constellation of spacecraft. At the core of the SCOF is the Spacecraft Control Centre, also distributed across multiple sites, which comprises the main computer systems which host the main C2 Software applications and provide the operator workstations.

How you will contribute to the team

• Sys Admin expert for the installation of the SKYNET 6A Spacecraft Control Centre and computer systems across the SCOF network, in order to bring it into service
• Perform general computer configuration and maintenance activities including equipment swap-out, reconfiguration and restoration of capability
• Use of network skills to ensure SCC works well with existing SCOF equipment and networks. CISCO CCNP Enterprise certification is an advantage on appointment
• Assist SCOF Eng team in investigation and rectification SCOF system problems raised through internal tracking processes
• Be Lead SCC Engineer (SK6A) for development of roll out plans for deployment of system upgrades, enhancements, including software patches and fixes
• Development and implementation (in a specific test environment) of robust test procedures and scripts to manage system changes, fixes, and supplier delivered upgrades prior to operational deployment

About you

• Experience of using UNIX / LINUX is essential for this role
• CISCO CCNP or CCNA is desirable
• Experience working in a System Administration role
• Experience managing a CISCO Network role
• Experience of supporting high availability systems, ideally with a focus on Linux based hardware and software
• Good knowledge of IP networking and familiarity with Cisco networking devices

How we can support you

Many of our staff work flexibly in many different ways, including part-time. Please talk to us at the interview about the flexibility you need and we’ll always do our best to accommodate your request.

Please let us know if you need us to make any adjustments for the selection process – you can share this with your Talent Acquisition Partner if you are invited to interview. Examples may include accessible facilities; auxiliary aids; room layout, etc. Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence.

As a Disability Confident Employer, Airbus UK will offer an interview to any applicant that considers themselves to have a disability or long-term condition and meets the minimum criteria of the role (as set out in the job advert). To opt in, just select the option during your application submission and our Talent Acquisition team will contact you.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company: AIRBUS Defence and Space Limited

Employment Type: Permanent

Experience Level: Professional

Job Family: Computing&Comm and Info& Data Processing

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