Real-Time Linux Systems Engineer for Space Missions

Sierra Space; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Account

Life and AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance

401K with Employer Match

Employee Assistance Program

Educational Reimbursement

Job summary

Sierra Space is seeking a Linux Systems Administrator to support mission-critical IT systems and real-time spacecraft ground operations. You will administer Linux servers (RHEL/CentOS), harden them per STIGs, and manage VMware and Docker environments for mission support.

Role requires Bash/Python scripting for automation, collaboration with NASA, and on-site work at Louisville, CO. A background in aerospace/defense and security clearance considerations are valued.

Qualifications

• BS in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or related discipline; 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience with Linux-based servers and real-time mission support.
• Familiarity with ground systems, telemetry software, and NASA collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Administer, configure, and maintain Linux-based servers and workstations (RHEL/CentOS).
• Patch, harden (STIG compliance), tune performance, and troubleshoot Linux systems.
• Manage virtualized Linux environments (VMware) and containerized applications (Docker).
• Write and maintain Bash/Python scripts for automation, monitoring, and administration.
• Collaborate with NASA during mission preparation and planning.

Skills

Linux administration

VMware

Docker

Python scripting

Security hardening (STIGs)

Jira/Confluence

Ground systems knowledge

RF knowledge

Cisco switches

Palo Alto firewalls

Education

BS in Computer Science or related discipline

Tools

Ansible

Puppet

InControl

Amergint

ARKA

Job description

Sierra Space is seeking a Linux Systems Administrator to support mission-critical IT systems and real-time spacecraft ground operations. You will administer Linux servers (RHEL/CentOS), harden them per STIGs, and manage VMware and Docker environments for mission support.

Role requires Bash/Python scripting for automation, collaboration with NASA, and on-site work at Louisville, CO. A background in aerospace/defense and security clearance considerations are valued.