FSL Linux Systems Administrator

Jacobs; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a passionate FSL Linux Systems Administrator to support NASA's deep space exploration initiatives. This role involves working in a collaborative team environment, maintaining high-performance computing systems, and ensuring effective user support. You will play a crucial part in enabling cutting-edge space exploration while benefiting life on Earth. Join a dynamic team that values creativity and diverse backgrounds, and take on exciting challenges that inspire people globally. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking projects in a supportive and innovative atmosphere.

Benefits

Excellent personal and professional career growth

9/80 work schedule

Onsite cafeteria

Flexible work hours

Qualifications

• 1 year in any IT-related field with Linux OS experience.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Flight Sciences Laboratory systems and users.
• Investigate system problems and monitor system health.

Skills

Linux OS

Problem-solving

Effective communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related area

Equivalent certification

Tools

RedHat-based systems

Configuration management software

Lustre Parallel Filesystems

Containerization technology

Git/Gitlab

Job description

Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you!

We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA’s pursuits in deep space exploration. As NASA’s largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States.

We have an exciting opportunity for a FSL Linux Systems Administrator to join the team with Nexus, a teammate company.

The FSL Linux Systems Administrator will:

• This position, working on the Amentum JETS contract, will support the Flight Sciences Laboratory (FSL).
• The FSL is one of JSC's primary computing labs and hosts a wide variety of analyses, which support almost all the major programs at JSC including the International Space Station (ISS), Orion, Space Launch System (SLS), Commercial Crew Program, Lunar Gateway, Human Landing System (HLS), and many others. The FSL systems are currently comprised of over 900 machines, 25,000 cores and 3 PB of storage, which serve over 600 users.
• In this position you will be working with a team of Systems Administrators to build and maintain all FSL services. This can include HPC administration, high-end Linux workstation administration, high-speed networking, parallel filesystem administration, and more.
• The FSL System Administration Team is critical in supporting the FSL users in effectively utilizing the systems. The team's day to day tasks include investigating system problems, proactively monitoring system health, and working with FSL lab users to make sure they can support the NASA human spaceflight mission.
• Perform other duties as required.

Requisition Qualifications:

• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent certification in a related area or experience in the field.
• 1 year in any IT-related field.
• Utilizing a Linux OS - We utilize a Red Hat-based OS, but if your experience is with a different Linux OS that is fine.
• Demonstrated problem-solving experience.
• Demonstrated task planning, and effective communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience assisting others with IT-related issues.
• Experience working in a team environment.

Requisition Preferences:

• Familiarity with any of the following is preferred but not required for the position:
  • RedHat-based systems
  • IT Service Desk Support
  • Configuration management software (ansible, puppet)
  • Lustre Parallel Filesystems
  • InfiniBand
  • Containerization using Singularity or similar technology
  • Monitoring and alerting
  • SLURM resource manager
  • SPACK software manager
  • Log consolidation and monitoring
  • Git/Gitlab and software development (CI/CD)
• Johnson Space Center campus network
• NASA security mechanisms (security plans, POAMs, ATOs, Risk Assessments)

Why Join Our Team?

• Excellent personal and professional career growth
• 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable
• Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)
• Much, much more!

For more information on our partnership with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC), please visit www.wehavespaceforyou.com

• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position.
• Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.
• Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised.

Essential Functions

Work Environment

Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.

Physical Requirements

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time).

Equipment and Machines

Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.).

Attendance

Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical. Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.

Other Essential Functions

Professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.