Real-Time Linux Systems Engineer for Space Missions

Sierra Space

Louisville (KY)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 150,000

Full time

9 days ago
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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.

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