Sr. IT Linux Systems Administrator - Top Secret Clearance

$105,000 - $140,000/Yr

SpaceX - Hawthorne, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Hawthorne, CA

Transportation Equipment Manufacturing

About the position

The Sr. IT Linux Systems Administrator at SpaceX is responsible for providing high-level IT service delivery, specifically focusing on Linux systems support for various teams including flight software and avionics. This role requires a flexible individual who can thrive in a fast-paced environment, offering both technical support and documentation to ensure smooth operations within the IT infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1st and 2nd tier Linux support to SpaceX employees.
• Install and configure Linux-based computers and other common technology/devices for new and existing SpaceX employees.
• Provide after-hours or weekend support when necessary for high-risk or planned downtime of SpaceX IT systems for upgrades and maintenance.
• Write instructional documentation and convey highly technical ideas in non-technical terms.
• Participate in on-call rotation to handle urgent after-hours work when necessary.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
• 6+ years of professional experience building, deploying and troubleshooting IT systems.
• Experience supporting Linux systems and core Linux services.

Nice-to-haves

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in technical field.
• LPI, RHCSA, RHCE, or other technical certifications.
• Experience with a scripting language (Bash, Python, etc.) to automate and solve recurring tasks.
• Comfortable working with mission critical and sensitive systems, with a sense of urgency appropriate to the responsibilities.
• Ability to address and resolve information technology issues promptly, effectively, and independently.
• Motivated self-starter personality and ability to work independently.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Experience with hardware (i.e. racking, troubleshooting, swapping components).

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage.
• Access to a 401(k) retirement plan.
• Short and long-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Paid parental leave.
• Various discounts and perks.
• 3 weeks of paid vacation.
• 10 or more paid holidays per year.
• 5 days of sick leave per year.