IT Systems Administrator

Empirical Systems Aerospace, Inc; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans (3 options)

Dental/Vision plans

Paid time off

Life Insurance

HSA

401(k) with match

Paid holidays

Casual work environment

Job summary

ESAero in San Luis Obispo, CA is seeking an IT Systems Administrator to manage and secure the company’s IT infrastructure, including networks, servers, and software. The role emphasizes discretion in IT solutions affecting cybersecurity, compliance, and operational efficiency.

You will collaborate across departments to develop IT strategies, maintain regulatory compliance, and drive improvements in IT processes while supporting manufacturing and engineering teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or related field or equivalent combination with 3+ years of experience.
• Working knowledge of AD, M365, and Group Policy Management.
• Experience with enterprise IT administration and documentation of best practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage and optimize company IT infrastructure including networks and servers.
• Oversee day-to-day IT ticket system management and issue resolutions.
• Support cybersecurity policies and regulatory compliance (NIST 800-171, CMMC).
• Assist with deployment of software updates and remote-working IT solutions.
• Maintain system performance and troubleshoot software/hardware/connectivity issues.
• Develop IT processes, track KPIs, and update documentation.

Skills

Active Directory

Microsoft 365 Administration

Group Policy Management

Networking basics

Cybersecurity awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS or equivalent experience

Tools

Enterprise IT admin

Job description

IT Systems Administrator

JobSummary:
The IT Systems Administratoris responsible formanaging, optimizing, and securing the company’s IT infrastructure, including networks, servers, and software systems. This role requires exercising discretion and independent judgmentregardingIT solutions that directlyimpactbusiness operations, cybersecurity, compliance, and system efficiency. The IT Systems Administrator collaborates across departments to develop strategies,maintainregulatory compliance, and drive continuous improvements in IT processes.

JobDuties and Responsibilities:

• Broad variety of operations administration duties associated with computer systems and IT infrastructure.

• Overseeing day to day management of IT task ticket system

• Assistwith the maintenance and management of network servers and technology tools

• Assistwith the deployment of software updates

• Setup accounts and workstations.

• Identifyand setup user trainings.

• Identifyand support cybersecurity policies and initiatives.

• Monitor system performance andmaintainsystems according to requirements

• Troubleshoot user software/hardware/connectivity issues

• Helpestablishremote-working networked IT solutions

• Help design, upgrade, andmaintainwireless network

• Support manufacturing, production, quality, and related engineering efforts

• Troubleshoot issues and outages

• Coordinate IT issue resolutions with other IT resources asrequired

• Assistwith development of processes and procedures

• Track IT KPI’s

• Creation and updating of documentation

• Assistwith user training

• Support company AS9100 certification

• Maintain and support NIST 800-171 and CMMC certification and compliance

Required Qualifications and Duties:

• Bachelor's degree in information technology, Computer Science, or a related field; OR an equivalent combination of education and a minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience.

• Computer networks training

• Experience with Enterprise IT admin

• Formal computer science training is a plus

• A working knowledge of Active Directory, Microsoft 365 Administration, and Group Policy Management

• Writing documentation of Best Practices

• Must have good verbal and written communication skills. Must be able to communicate effectively with co-workers.

• Proven ability to analyze and solve problems

• Mustpossesssolid organizational skills

Desired Skills and Experience:

• ERP systems experience is desirable

• Excellent writing skills

• Basic math skills

• Detail oriented

• Disciplined execution of processes and systems

Comprehensive Benefits & Perks:

• Health & Wellness:Choose from three health, dental, and vision plans - including a 100% employer-paid option covering both employees and their families.

• Paid Time Off:Enjoy 120 hours of PTO, 80 hoursaccruedplus anadditional40 hours of holiday break pay in addition to Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day off.

• Life Insurance:$25,000 employer-paid life insurance policy, with theoptiontopurchaseadditionalcoverage for employees and their families.

• Supplemental Coverage:Access optional benefits such as Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, and Critical Illness with Skin Cancer coverage.

• Health Savings Account (HSA):Take advantage of a tax-advantaged HSA to manage medical expenses.

• Retirement Savings:401(k) with a company match to support your financial future.

• Paid Holidays:Enjoy 9 paid holidays throughout the year.

• Work Environment:A casual dress code, complimentary snacks, and a welcoming company culture.

• Ideal Location:Work in an area that offers an outstanding quality of life - a perfect place to live, work, and play!

Company Overview:

Empirical Systems Aerospace, Inc (ESAero) is a leader in aerospace engineering, product development, and manufacturing, dedicated to delivering high-quality, innovative, and cost-effective solutions to the industry. We specialize incutting-edgesystem design, rapid product development, precision manufacturing, comprehensive testing, and technology demonstrations to support the evolving needs of the aerospace community. Committed to excellence, on-time delivery, and continuous growth, we invest in infrastructure to expand our manufacturing and aftermarket capabilities whilemaintainingthe highest standards of engineering services.

At ESAero, wedon’tjust build products, we engineer solutions that propel

the aerospace industry forward.

This position is fully on-site at ESAero in San Luis Obispo, CA

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ESAerois an equal opportunity employer.
E-Verify participationrequiredfor employment.
Must present proof of authorization to work in the United States.
Must be able to pass background checkand drug test.
PayRange:$90k-120K Salary/Exempt