Mission-Critical Linux Systems Engineer

Protingent; Louisville (CO); On-site; USD 119,000 - 164,000; Full time

Job summary

Protingent Staffing seeks a Linux Systems Administrator for Dream Chaser Mission Systems in Louisville, CO. This role involves managing Linux servers, VMware, Docker, and automation scripts to support mission-critical IT operations.

You will work closely with NASA during mission preparation and planning, configure networks, and maintain telemetry software like InControl and Amergint ARKA. Requires BS plus 5+ years.

Qualifications

• BS in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or related discipline with 5+ years of relevant experience
• Experience with VMware, Docker, Python, RF, Cisco switches, and Palo Alto firewalls
• Experience with command and telemetry software (InControl & Amergint | ARKA)
• Proficient with Linux and Windows operating systems (Linux depth required)
• Experience in IT system & network administration, data management, software configuration, and real-time mission support
• Knowledge of requirements management, functional requirements parsing/derivation/allocation, systems design/integration, technical risk identification and management, and V&V principles
• Experience working in multi-disciplinary design and development teams

Responsibilities

• Provide end-to-end support of mission-critical IT systems, infrastructure, and networks
• Configure and support networking components (Cisco switches, Palo Alto firewalls)
• Administer command and telemetry software (InControl & Amergint | ARKA)
• Support real-time missions and pre-mission simulations
• Provide Flight & Test Operations end-user support
• Develop documentation for system design, operations, and training

Skills

Linux depth

VMware

Python

RF

Cisco switches

Palo Alto firewalls

InControl ARKA

Education

BS in Computer Science or Systems Engineering

Tools

Docker

VMware

InControl

Amergint ARKA

Jira

Confluence

Job description

Protingent Staffing seeks a Linux Systems Administrator for Dream Chaser Mission Systems in Louisville, CO. This role involves managing Linux servers, VMware, Docker, and automation scripts to support mission-critical IT operations.

You will work closely with NASA during mission preparation and planning, configure networks, and maintain telemetry software like InControl and Amergint ARKA. Requires BS plus 5+ years.