System Admin - Level 1 - Edwards AFB
About The Position
Join a team supporting the frontier of aerospace innovation. At the Armstrong Flight Research Center (AFRC), we maintain the digital backbone for a specialized fleet of world-class research aircraft and cutting-edge autonomous platforms. This isn't a standard corporate IT desk; you will be supporting the systems that enable the next generation of flight—from sonic boom research to high-altitude science. We are looking for a Level 1 System Administrator who is resourceful, curious, and ready to work in a high-consequence environment. You might not know every answer yet, but you know how to use the tools at your disposal to find them.
Requirements
- U.S. Citizenship is a non-negotiable requirement.
- Bachelor’s degree is a Requirement
- 1–2 years of practical IT experience.
- A fundamental understanding of Active Directory, Group Policy, Imaging, and SCCM.
- Ability to troubleshoot complex issues using available technical resources and documentation.
- Must reside within a 45-minute commute of Edwards AFB. No remote work; no relocation.
Responsibilities
- Install, configure, and maintain workstations and servers (physical, virtual, and cloud) that support flight research data.
- Perform software installations, OS upgrades, and layered package deployments in accordance with strict federal IT policies.
- Execute system backups, database archives, and media management to ensure mission data is never lost.
- Conduct routine hardware/software audits to ensure we meet rigorous security standards and configuration guidelines.
- Maintain a comprehensive library of system configurations and standard operating procedures.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
