IT Systems Manager

The IT Systems Manager leads the day-to-day technology operations for the Company’s facility. This hands-on leader owns infrastructure, networks, systems administration, end-user support, and cybersecurity compliance in an ITAR-controlled aerospace manufacturing environment. The role is responsible for keeping a growing engineering and production operation running securely and reliably while helping mature IT processes and CMMC / NIST 800-171 readiness., * Manage on-site IT infrastructure: servers, virtualization, storage, networking, firewalls, wireless, and endpoint fleet.

• Administer Microsoft environments (Active Directory / Entra ID, Windows Server, Microsoft 365) and core business systems.
• Lead the help-desk and end-user support function, setting standards for responsiveness, onboarding/offboarding, and ticket resolution.
• Support and enforce cybersecurity controls aligned to NIST SP 800-171 / CMMC, including ITAR/EAR data handling, access control, patching, and backup/disaster recovery.
• Manage system monitoring, performance, capacity, and uptime for engineering and manufacturing systems.
• Coordinate vendors, managed-service providers, licensing, and IT procurement.
• Maintain documentation, asset inventory, and standard operating procedures.
• Partner with engineering and operations to support shop-floor and lab technology needs.

Do you have experience in Windows?, Do you have a Bachelor’s degree?, * Bachelor’s degree in IT/Computer Science or equivalent experience.

• 7+ years in IT systems administration with at least 2 years in a lead or management capacity.
• Strong hands-on skills across Windows Server, networking, virtualization, and Microsoft 365.
• Experience supporting cybersecurity compliance frameworks (NIST 800-171, CMMC, ISO, or similar).
• Excellent troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills., * Aerospace, defense, or other regulated manufacturing experience.
• Familiarity with ITAR/EAR and DFARS data-handling requirements.
• Relevant certifications (CompTIA Security+, Microsoft, Cisco, CISSP).
• Experience supporting engineering / CAD / PLM or manufacturing (MES/ERP) systems., This position supports ITAR- and EAR-controlled programs. Applicants must be a “U.S. Person” as defined under 22 CFR §120.62 (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual). The facility is access-controlled and the role is subject to a background check and, for certain programs, eligibility for a U.S. government security clearance.

Pulled from the full job description

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance, Base salary range of $110,000 - $130,000, commensurate with experience, plus medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k), and paid time off. Actual compensation will depend on qualifications, experience, and internal equity.

Our client is a growing aerospace and defense manufacturer that engineers and produces precision-engineered hardware, tooling, and components for advanced aerospace and defense programs. Backed by a global private-equity firm, the company is scaling rapidly to meet rising demand and is investing across its operations, talent, and technology. This search is being conducted on a confidential basis. The hiring company’s identity will be shared with qualified candidates during the interview process.