Senior IT Systems Engineer - Remote Infra & 24/7 Support

Orchard LLC; Houston (TX); Remote; USD 143,000 - 238,000; Full time

Job summary

Orchard LLC seeks a Sr. IT Systems Engineer to support a space infrastructure program. You will lead design and integration of telemetry, test racks, and console software, with responsibilities spanning from development to 24/7 campaign support.

This role offers remote work within the United States or basing in Palo Alto, Houston, or San Jose, CA, with strong emphasis on Linux/Windows administration, network troubleshooting, and automation using Python.

Qualifications

• Must have US citizenship or permanent resident status.
• Bachelor's degree or 4 additional years of work experience may substitute for a degree.
• Minimum of 8 years of related work experience.
• Experience with Linux systems administration and software development supporting hardware test environments.
• Experience with Windows and Active Directory integration.
• Experience with local firewall configurations and advanced network troubleshooting experience.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex, integrated hardware/software systems under time-sensitive conditions.
• Ability to provide critical, around-the-clock support during major test campaigns (TVAC, acoustics, vibration, launch base operations).
• Familiarity with version control and documentation/release management practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and configure test rack software for satellite builds.
• Develop and maintain console software for satellite builds.
• Integrate telemetry software for telemetry storage.
• Set up interfaces to enable remote control operations.
• Provide integration and qualification support throughout test phases.
• Support documentation and release management processes.
• Deliver implementation work at an estimated pace of ~24 hours per developer per implementation.

Skills

Linux systems administration

Windows & AD

Network troubleshooting

Python

Telemetry systems

Remote control interfaces

Test database management

Critical 24/7 support

Education

Bachelor's degree or 4 additional years of work experience

Tools

Java Webstart (legacy tools)

Job description

Orchard LLC seeks a Sr. IT Systems Engineer to support a space infrastructure program. You will lead design and integration of telemetry, test racks, and console software, with responsibilities spanning from development to 24/7 campaign support.

This role offers remote work within the United States or basing in Palo Alto, Houston, or San Jose, CA, with strong emphasis on Linux/Windows administration, network troubleshooting, and automation using Python.