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# Senior Linux Systems Administrator

- **Company:** Astronics Corporation
- **Location:** East Aurora, NY, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $80,000.0 - $120,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** 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, Windchill, Scripting, Software Troubleshooting, Azure Powershell, Information Technology
- **Published:** May 19, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=025c8028c6c434b7

## About the Role

* 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

## 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.


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