Mission-Critical IT Systems Administrator – Launch Ops

SpaceX; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking an IT Systems Administrator to support the launch environment, including networking, servers, and desktop hardware essential for mission-critical operations. The role focuses on enabling safe, sustained launch cadence across national operations.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in IT systems administration, experience with Linux/Windows, and strong scripting and automation skills. On-call rotations, extended hours, and travel up to 20% are expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; 3+ years IT systems administration experience.
• Hands-on Linux or Windows server administration.
• Enterprise network administration and deployment experience.
• Proficiency in scripting (Bash/PowerShell/Python) and automation tools.

Responsibilities

• Augment and deploy IT infrastructure supporting mission-critical networks across the country.
• Perform periodic upgrades and patches, including evenings/weekends.
• Monitor IT services, respond to incidents, maintain performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve deployment issues.
• Document IT systems and procedures; maintain design drawings and runbooks.
• Leverage automation tools and IT systems engineering efforts.
• Ensure compliance with ITAR, ISO, NIST cybersecurity standards.

Skills

Server administration

Linux

Windows server

Networking

Scripting

Terraform

Ansible

Puppet

Active Directory

Virtualization

ITAR compliance

Cybersecurity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SCCM

Windows AD

Job description

SpaceX is seeking an IT Systems Administrator to support the launch environment, including networking, servers, and desktop hardware essential for mission-critical operations. The role focuses on enabling safe, sustained launch cadence across national operations.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in IT systems administration, experience with Linux/Windows, and strong scripting and automation skills. On-call rotations, extended hours, and travel up to 20% are expected.