Description
Job Description
BAE Systems is looking for a System Administrator to join our team supporting the GEODSS mission on Haleakalā Summit in Maui, HI. The team at Haleakalā Summit provides 24/7/365 operations and maintenance support for the Ground-Based Electro-Optical Deep Space Surveillance System (GEODSS) for the 20th Space Control Squadron. GEODSS mission is to detect, track, and identify all tasked space objects within its area of coverage. The site is equipped with three independently operating telescopes. GEODSS data is channeled to a command and control node responsible for the Space Force's Space Domain Awareness (SDA) mission.
Primary duties:
Performs site system administration and required Level 1 software support for mission system data processing structure, site optical and other propagated signal monitoring sensors, mission communications venues, data processing and sensor temperature/climate control systems, and all sites sensor and dome drive apparatus. Monitors and maintains cyber compliance in regards to regulations and PWS requirement.
Assists site operations and maintenance personnel as necessitated in troubleshooting faults to ensure systems are meeting mission requirements.
Completes necessary software preventive and correction maintenance (PM & CM) actions as required to ensure proper systems operations.
Additional duties:
Perform system administration duties on the sites non-mission and administrative computing systems.
Troubleshoot and repair PC and local LAN problems as required.
Operate site systems and sensors to collect required data and processing of all communications venue products; this requires the successful completion of an in-house training program.
Reconfigure communications from primary to secondary circuits, perform communications systems backups, and activate backup.
Coordinate with tech control for communications troubleshooting.
Support systems and communications testing, software changes, and general troubleshooting.
Document software maintenance activities in accordance with site/system procedures.
- Complete additional duties as assigned.
Full-Time Salary Range: $101,856 - $113,173
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Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- Associate or Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in a field relating to Computer Science
- Minimum of 2 years' experience in Systems Administration software support
- Fluent with UNIX/Red Hat and familiarity with VMware, Juniper, Cisco and Windows operating systems desired.
- A current Security+ (Sec+) certification or other current DoD 8570/8140 approved baseline certification OR willing and able to obtain a CompTIA Security+ prior to start date (i.e. successful completion of a DoD 8140 IAT Level II Certification).
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 30 pounds.
- Employee must be able to work shifts and at 10,000 feet elevation.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- Prior military communications experience desired.
- Willing and able to obtain TS/SCI
Pay Information
This position is covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), which will determine your wages.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life including health and financial well-being. Benefits for Union employees are governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), so your benefits may differ from those described here. Generally, employees are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, which may include military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do—from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.
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