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# Junior HPC Infrastructure Engineer - Full time travel role

- **Company:** PGT Innovations, Inc.
- **Location:** Dayton, OH, United States
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Salary:** $60,000.0 - $70,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Active Directory, Systems Engineering, Ubuntu (Operating System), CentOS, Computer Maintenance, Linux, Linux System Administration, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Solution Deployment Descriptor, Scripting, High Performance Computing, Software Troubleshooting, SC Clearance, Information Technology
- **Published:** July 23, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/jobad/us1196b0b2bc3b462278bd2da10fd009ba

## About the Role

We are seeking an entry-level (or Junior-level) Infrastructure / High-Performance Computing (HPC) Support Engineer to join our growing team. This role focuses on solution deployment, system support, and hardware troubleshooting within HPC environments. This person will travel nationwide to various customer sites, so you must be comfortable jumping on a plane often. You would be home every weekend.
While prior hands-on experience is not required, a strong passion for Information Technology is essential. We're looking for bright, motivated individuals with a recent Bachelor's degree or entry-level IT certifications such as CompTIA A+, Network+, or Security+.
You will receive on-the-job training, and those who demonstrate aptitude and initiative will quickly take on more advanced responsibilities within the Linux and HPC space.
Salary: 70K, * Experience with Linux operating systems (e.g., RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu)

 * Must be a US citizen with ability to travel. A government clearance is preferred but not required.
 * Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance at customer discretion
 * Familiarity with Linux system administration and scripting
 * Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
 * Demonstrated ability to work effectively in fast-paced, dynamic environments
 * Excellent communication and teamwork skills
 * Ability to manage multiple assignments while balancing technical and business priorities

## Description

* Assist with moving HPC materials, equipment, and racks into place within datacenter environments
 * Perform basic system administration duties across Linux systems integrated with Windows Server Active Directory domains
 * Execute top-of-rack cabling per configuration and deployment documentation
 * Manage operating system compliance, patching, and upgrades
 * Conduct hardware maintenance, diagnostics, and troubleshooting across multiple architectures
 * Ensure application integrity and availability; support new application installations, upgrades, and customer requirements in classified environments
 * Maintain and test backup and recovery procedures
 * Safely operate specialized lifts and move heavy components (up to 90 lbs with assistance; 50 lbs solo)
 * Work on ladders and follow all safety protocols, C++ Software Engineer, Junior The Opportunity: Develop solution architecture (SA) and resolve complex issues in a variety of projects through the implementation of requirements…
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