IT Systems Architect

The IT Systems Architect designs and implements server and computer-system solutions-including all IBM Power Systems (IBM i / AS400) and their associated RPG environments-and maintains documentation. This position troubleshoots systems problems and monitors performance; interacts with vendors for server and computer-systems resources; reviews and recommends company hardware/software standards; and is responsible for server and computer-systems Disaster Recovery at assigned location(s). The IT Systems Architect may also be assigned networking responsibilities. The IT Systems Architect has a broad understanding of modern software-development practices and is able to effectively analyze and diagnose performance issues, as well as support all application development from a systems perspective.

Essential Job Functions

• Designs, plans, implements, and tests IBM Power Systems (IBM i / AS400) and computer-system solutions, including disaster recovery. Maintain documentation on systems. Schedules and monitors routine backups of server and computer systems.

• Secures IBM Power Systems (IBM i / AS400) and computer systems by monitoring, controlling, and evaluating the environment. Troubleshoot server and computer-system problems. Monitors performance-related metrics (e.g., memory, disk usage, CPU utilization) and proactively address concerns. Ensure documentation is current.

• Upgrades IBM Power Systems (IBM i / AS400) and computer-systems hardware by evaluating, testing, and installing enhancements/updates. Review and recommend company standards for hardware, software, and license agreements. Maintains hardware/software inventory databases, ensuring proper licensing and usage. Interacts with approved vendors to acquire and manage server and computer-system resources.

Designs and maintains automation within supported applications and systems to increase efficiency. *

Provides support and guidance to IT staff. Provides on-the-job training (OJT) and recognizes achievements of team members. *

Implement, secure, back up, maintain, and document networking-related systems as assigned. *

Coordinates with development teams to understand the impact of new or updated applications on system performance and recommend strategies to optimize workloads. *

Meets financial requirements by submitting information for budgets and monitoring expenses. *

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Licenses/Certificates: Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
• Attendance: Regularly scheduled attendance required
• Physical: Routinely up to 50 lbs.; reads small print; repetitive motion; proficiency with a variety of PC hardware and software; tolerates working in confined spaces and heights above four feet; tolerates standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, climbing, and sitting
• Environmental: Tolerates working in extreme temperatures and noisy environments, * Associate's degree in a computer-related field or equivalent required
• Minimum five years of Information Technology experience, specifically IBM Power System (IBM i / AS400), networking, Windows Servers, and MS Windows/Office required
• Programming, scripting, and automation experience required using (SQL, RPG, CL, etc.)

Preferred Experience

• Familiarity with basic software-development pipelines is strongly desired for performance monitoring, troubleshooting, etc.
• Linux and orchestration-tools experience
• Knowledgeable in at least one cloud architecture (e.g., AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• Technical certifications (IBM, Microsoft, Cisco, etc.)

Pulled from the full job description

• Tuition reimbursement
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Health savings account
• Dental insurance
• Relocation assistance, * Duncan offers a comprehensive Benefits Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, Vacation/Holiday) that is available to team members on day one.
• Plan for your medical needs with a Health Savings Account (employer and employee contributions).
• Save for your future through our 401(k) program where you can begin contributions within your first 45 days, 50% match on first 6% contributed
• Enjoy Duncan Aviation's On-Site Fitness & Health Clinics at the MRO locations
• Take advantage of a variety of In-House Training opportunities, or use Tuition Assistance to further your education.

Duncan Aviation is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled

Duncan Aviation is the largest, family-owned maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) facility in the world providing complete nose-to-tail services for business aircraft. We value the individual experiences and diversity of our workforce and are proud to be a Veteran-Friendly Employer. Individuals of all backgrounds, nationalities, disability status, and military service are encouraged to apply.