Senior Linux Systems Administrator

Astronics Corporation
East Aurora, NY, United States
3 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
4 years minimum
Compensation
$80,000.0 - $120,000.0
Working hours
Shift work
Job source

Tech stack

Computer-Aided Design Systems Engineering Microsoft Azure Cloud Computing Linux Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) Information Technology Operations Linux System Administration Platform as a Service (PAAS) Windows PowerShell Red Hat Enterprise Linux Systems Integration
+5 more
Windchill Scripting Software Troubleshooting Azure Powershell Information Technology

Job description

Join our corporate IT team as a Senior System Administrator specializing in Linux and cloud operations. In this high-impact role, you’ll ensure the reliability, security, and performance of mission-critical Business and Engineering systems, including the Windchill (PLM) infrastructure, within a leading aerospace environment.

This role is hybrid, with onsite collaboration 1 day a week in our East Aurora, NY location.

Your role will encompass:

  • Linux Administration: Maintain and optimize enterprise Linux systems, ensuring high performance, availability, and security.
  • Azure Cloud: Support and sustain cloud-based solutions, solve complex infrastructure challenges, and optimize resource utilization.
  • Windchill PLM Infrastructure Management: Oversee performance, upgrades, and support for Windchill to help engineers and business teams operate efficiently.
  • Business & Engineering Systems Support: Provide end-to-end support for IT systems critical to engineering and business workflows.
  • Performance & Incident Management: Analyze and resolve system issues promptly, minimizing downtime and ensuring operational reliability.
  • Collaboration with cross-functional teams to support new initiatives and improve system performance.

Requirements

  • US Citizenship (as required by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations - ITAR)
  • 4+ years’ experience as a Linux System Administrator in a large, regulated environment
  • Bachelor’s Degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field or equivalent experience
  • Aerospace or manufacturing industry experience is preferred
  • Experience with Azure Cloud administration, including IaaS/PaaS operations and automation (Preferred: PowerShell, Azure CLI)
  • Hands-on knowledge of Windchill (PLM) infrastructure; experience with related system upgrades and integrations a plus
  • Solid understanding of IT operations supporting engineering systems (e.g., CAD/PLM tools)
  • Demonstrated problem-solving skills in large-scale IT environments
  • Strong troubleshooting, scripting, and ITIL-based incident management abilities
  • Excellent communication skills-confident working across IT and business functions

Benefits & conditions

Employee stock purchase plan, 401(k), Health insurance, 401(k) matching, Vision insurance, Dental insurance, Paid holidays, Why You’ll Love Working Here:

  • Flexibility that works: 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off
  • Direct influence on enterprise engineering systems and next-gen product development
  • Flexible hybrid schedule with collaborative, long-tenured IT teams
  • Strong benefits with a focus on career growth and work/life balance

Compensation & Benefits:

  • Base salary: $80,000 through $120,000, influenced by several factors including experience, skill set, education, certifications, market conditions, and business needs.
  • Competitive rewards: Benefits start the first of the month after hire, quarterly bonus tied to company profitability, 401(k) with 3% company contribution, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid holidays (including a full Christmas week shutdown), and comprehensive health/vision/dental coverage.
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