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CesiumAstro creates out-of-the-box communication systems for space and airborne platforms.
The Role
Administer and support Windows and Ubuntu desktops, laptops, servers, and VMs; manage Active Directory, networking, storage, and software licensing; maintain hardware inventory, conferencing A/V, digital signage, and documentation; respond to tickets and recommend infrastructure solutions ensuring federal compliance.
Summary Generated by Built In
Please Note: To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., conditional resident, asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
At CesiumAstro, we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross-functional work environment, which allows us to learn, develop, and engage across our organization. If you are looking for hands-on, interactive, and autonomous work, CesiumAstro is the place for you. We are actively seeking passionate, collaborative, energetic, and forward-thinking individuals to join our team.
We are looking to add an Information Technology (IT) Systems Administrator II to our team. In this position, you will be the face of the IT department for our Colorado office. You will interact with staff of all levels, from onboarding new hires to assisting seasoned engineers. Responsible for IT systems, including hardware management, user support, administration, software licensing, compliance with federal standards, and implementing IT processes and procedures. Daily responsibilities include upgrading and maintaining data management systems, choosing computers and hardware upgrades, setting up new users, maintaining the local servers, and assisting users with IT tasks and issues. The ideal candidate is extremely organized, articulate, flexible, quick to grasp business needs, a team player, an excellent written and oral communicator, and eager to learn.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Build, deploy, and administer Windows and Ubuntu desktops, laptops, servers, and lab systems, including virtual machines.
- Support Windows and Linux machines in an Active Directory environment.
- Manage network and online file storage.
- Respond to issues in a timely manner via our ticketing system.
- Maintain hardware, software, and licensing inventory and baselines.
- Configure and maintain conferencing A/V setups and digital signage.
- Keep documentation up to date.
- Identify software and infrastructure needs and suggest solutions.
JOB REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- 1-3 years of experience in corporate information technology.
- Associate degree or formal occupational training or certification required.
- Extensive experience with the administration of both Windows and Linux systems.
- Good base knowledge of networking.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Solid troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Strong customer service orientation
- Proficiency with Ubuntu, Windows 11, Windows Server 2019 & 2022, VMware ESXi, Microsoft 365, SharePoint, WSL, and Active Directory.
- Experience with automated management tools.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
- Implementing government standards and requirements for IT systems (e.g. NIST 800-171, ITAR/EAR).
- IT-related certifications, such as CompTIA A+ or Security+.
CesiumAstro considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills. Full-time employment offers include company stock options and a generous benefits package including health, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, life, disability and retirement plans.
CesiumAstro is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Please note: CesiumAstro does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our website or to CesiumAstro team members will be considered property of CesiumAstro, and we will not be obligated to pay any referral fees.
Skills Required
- 1-3 years of corporate information technology experience.
- Associate degree or formal occupational training or certification.
- Extensive experience administering both Windows and Linux systems.
- Proficiency with Ubuntu, Windows 11, Windows Server 2019, Windows Server 2022, VMware ESXi, Microsoft 365, SharePoint, WSL, and Active Directory.
- Good base knowledge of networking.
- Experience with virtual machines and lab systems.
- Experience with automated management tools.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Solid troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Strong customer service orientation.
- Ability to maintain hardware, software, and licensing inventory and baselines.
- Authorization eligibility per U.S. Department of State/space technology export regulations (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, conditional resident, asylee, refugee, or eligible to obtain required authorizations).
- Experience responding to issues via a ticketing system and keeping documentation up to date.
- Configure and maintain conferencing A/V setups and digital signage.
- Preferred: experience implementing government IT standards (e.g., NIST 800-171, ITAR/EAR).
- Preferred: IT-related certifications such as CompTIA A+ or Security+.
CesiumAstro Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about CesiumAstro and has not been reviewed or approved by CesiumAstro.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, plus FSAs and mental health benefits. Feedback suggests the health package is comprehensive for a growth-stage aerospace firm.
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Retirement Support — Offerings include a 401(k) with company matching and other retirement-plan elements. Feedback suggests core retirement mechanisms are in place alongside standard financial benefits.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Generous PTO, paid holidays, paid sick days, and bereavement leave are included. Feedback suggests time-off options are broad on paper across multiple leave types.
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The Company
What We Do
We build high-throughput, plug-and-play phased array communication payloads for space and airborne platforms. CesiumAstro’s full-stack, multi-mission hardware and software products enable a diverse range of commercial and defense objectives. Full-system engineering design is at the heart of every CesiumAstro product. We deliver high-performance solutions under rapid development timelines.
Why Work With Us
At CesiumAstro, we’re a team. We’re passionate, respectful, and determined colleagues ready to help at a moment’s notice. We’re mentors excited to enable our peers with the knowledge they need to succeed. Together, we’re visionaries committing to building memories that will last a lifetime.
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