IMOSC Systems Administrator/Engineer (Expert)

Boeing; Schriever Space Force Base (CO); On-site; USD 112,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Health savings accounts

Retirement savings plans

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

The Boeing Company, within Boeing Defense, Space, and Security, seeks an IMOSC Systems Administrator/Engineer (Expert) to sustain GPS IIF systems at Schriever Space Force Base. You will manage configuration, automation, and reliability across multi-platform environments, supporting cybersecurity and mission readiness.

Ideal candidates bring a U.S. Secret clearance, a relevant bachelor's degree, and Security+ certification, with expertise in GitLab, scripting, and data analytics to improve

Qualifications

• Active interim or final U.S. Secret Security Clearance.
• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or equivalent.
• Current Security+ certification.

Responsibilities

• Administer and support the GitLab platform, including automation, configuration management, and maintenance.
• Develop and sustain automation and scripting tools to improve system administration, reliability, and operational efficiency.
• Perform system monitoring/analysis and report performance metrics using dashboards and data analytics tools.
• Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot multi-platform systems, including hardware, software, VMs, and databases in a mixed domain environment.
• Support cybersecurity compliance, vulnerability remediation, configuration management, and system integration activities.
• Assist with application deployments, upgrades, disaster recovery planning, and restoration efforts.
• Support mission operations and test activities while ensuring system performance and reliability.

Skills

Security clearance

Python

PowerShell

GitLab platform

Data analytics

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering/Engineering Technology/Computer Science (or related)

Tools

Windows Server Administration

PostgreSQL

RHEL 8+

Job description

IMOSC Systems Administrator/Engineer (Expert)

IMOSC Systems Administrator/Engineer (Expert) Company: The Boeing Company Boeing Defense, Space, and Security (BDS) seeks a seeks a IMOSC Systems Administrator/Engineer (Expert) to serve on the Global Positioning System (GPS) IIF program, within our Space, Intelligence & Weapon Systems (SIWS) division located at Schriever Space Force Base, about 10 miles east of Colorado Springs. GPS is a satellite-based radio-navigation system owned by the United States government and operated by the United States Space Force and is the world's first global utility. GPS provides position, navigation, and timing (PNT) data to military and civilian users globally with countless applications and an unlimited number of users. Boeing has over 45 years of history in GPS, including achieving full system capability in 1995. The current Boeing team supports the US Space Force by sustaining and monitoring the health and capabilities of the 12 GPS Block IIF satellites in the GPS constellation, launched from 2010 to 2016. The Boeing GPS sustainment team also provides support to our U.S. Space Force customer with reports and expertise on all aspects of the GPS system. Sustainment efforts will continue through the life of the Block IIF satellites, with a design life expectancy to 2031 and beyond. The program currently operates under a 10-year sustainment contract, from 2022 to 2031. As IMOSC Systems Administrator/Engineer, you will be a key member of a high-performing team engaged in critical projects related to the GPS IIF satellite constellation and supporting systems. As a member of our team, you will perform configuration management, system integration and reliability of hardware and software to include installation/repairs, and configuration and maintenance of domain system components to support the GPS architecture. This role will provide problem resolution and technical support for our classified systems. This position will support the maintenance, reliability, validation, and configuration management of computing delivery systems. This role will focus on maintaining and monitoring system performance to support and improve reliability of the GPS operational mission. As reliability an administrator, you will play a crucial role in integrating logistics, automation, data analytics, technological advances, and engineering into an ecosystem that supports the mission while meeting modern cybersecurity requirements.

Position Responsibilities

• Administer and support the GitLab platform, including automation, configuration management, and maintenance
• Develop and sustain automation and scripting tools to improve system administration, reliability, and operational efficiency
• Perform system monitoring/analysis, and report system performance metrics, trends, and reliability issues using dashboards and data analytics tools
• Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot multi-platform systems, including hardware, software, virtual machines, and databases in a mixed domain/enterprise environment
• Support cybersecurity compliance, vulnerability remediation, configuration management, and system integration activities
• Assist with application deployments, upgrades, disaster recovery planning, and restoration efforts
• Support mission operations and test activities while ensuring system performance and reliability requirements are met
• Prepare technical documentation and assist with system, cybersecurity, and related administrative tasks

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• Active interim or final U.S. Secret Security Clearance
• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement 5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience or non-US equivalent qualifications
• Current Security+ certification

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Windows Enterprise Domain Systems Administration experience to include Active Directory/LDAP management
• Scripting/Programming Proficiency. Python and Powershell preferred
• Experience in Gitlab Platform and its administrative functions
• Understanding of data analytics and business intelligence principles
• Experience in troubleshooting and restoration of computing service operations
• Ability to solve problems with critical thinking and a strategic approach for problem identification and resolution
• Experience integrating cybersecurity solutions into information systems and associated processes
• Splunk hands-on preferred
• Basic experience in database configuration, management, and maintenance. Postgres preferred
• Basic Windows System Administration (Server 2016+/Win10+) experience and/or RHEL 8+ (hybrid classified/on-prem physical and virtual environments)

Typical Education/Experience

Expert, Level 3: Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), computer science, engineering data science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience or non-US equivalent qualifications. In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Pay & Benefits

• competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities
• health insurance
• flexible spending accounts
• health savings accounts
• retirement savings plans
• life and disability insurance programs
• a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work

Pay Range: (Expert – Level 3): $112,200 - $151,800

Language Requirements

Not Applicable

Export Control Requirement

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Safety Sensitive

This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.

Security Clearance

This position requires an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift

Shift 1 (United States of America)

Conflict of Interest

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Drug Free Workplace

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Equality and Diversity

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Company Culture

Boeing is committed to protecting, connecting and exploring our world and beyond, safely and sustainably. From the seabed to outer space, you can contribute to work that matters with a company where diversity, equity and inclusion are shared values. We’re committed to fostering an environment that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive of every teammate, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.