METECS is an engineering and applied technology company specializing in high-fidelity simulation, software, robotics, and systems analysis. This role supports both METECS corporate operations and NASA programs onsite at Johnson Space Center (JSC).
In this role, you will support developers, engineers, and technical staff by maintaining and improving IT systems across Windows, Linux, and cloud environments. This position is ideal for someone with several years of hands-on administration experience who is ready to take ownership of operational systems, contribute to security initiatives, and collaborate on infrastructure improvements.
Responsibilities:
- Provision, configure, and maintain Windows and Linux servers and workstations.
- Support NASA IT infrastructure and labs and support testing and delivery activities within assigned projects.
- Monitor system performance and perform routine maintenance and updates.
- Troubleshoot hardware, software, and network issues.
- Participate in backup, disaster recovery, and patch management activities.
- Support IT security initiatives including log review, vulnerability remediation, and compliance activities.
- Document system configurations, troubleshooting steps, and procedures.
- Provide responsive support to end users and project teams.
- Manage user accounts, permissions, and Group Policies within Active Directory.
- Administer Microsoft 365 services including Exchange, SharePoint, and Teams.
- Assist with cloud services configuration (AWS or Azure).
Required Qualifications:
- 3–5 years of experience in system administration.
- Experience with Linux systems (Ubuntu, Red Hat, or similar).
- Understanding basic networking concepts (DNS, DHCP, VPN, routing).
- Hands-on experience with Windows 10/11, Windows Server, and Active Directory.
- Familiarity with Microsoft 365 administration.
- Ability to troubleshoot a wide range of technical issues.
- Excellent communication and documentation skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Citizenship or lawful permanent resident required due to federal position.
Desired Qualifications:
- Experience with RF concepts and technologies.
- Experience working in DevOps teams and building out dev test infrastructure
- Experience with virtualization concepts.
- Scripting skills (PowerShell, Bash).
- Exposure to cybersecurity frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, CIS Controls).
- Experience with automation tools or configuration management.
About METECS:
We are a high-performance team providing advanced engineering, software, and analysis solutions for human space flight and terrestrial applications. We develop and integrate custom software for NASA and other government and commercial customers utilizing a wide variety of in-house, commercial, and open-source technologies. Our specialties include robotics automation, embedded systems, hardware/software integration, multibody dynamics simulations, immersive computer graphics, XR systems and advanced web-based tools.
METECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Skills Required
- 3-5 years of system administration experience
- Experience with Linux systems such as Ubuntu or Red Hat
- Understanding of DNS, DHCP, VPN, and routing
- Hands-on experience with Windows 10/11, Windows Server, and Active Directory
- Familiarity with Microsoft 365 administration
- Ability to troubleshoot a wide range of technical issues
- Excellent communication and documentation skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent resident status
- Experience with RF concepts and technologies
- Experience working in DevOps teams and building development and test infrastructure
- Experience with virtualization concepts
- Scripting skills with PowerShell or Bash
- Exposure to ISO 27001, NIST, or CIS Controls cybersecurity frameworks
- Experience with automation tools or configuration management
What We Do
METECS is a small engineering-services company headquartered in Houston Texas near NASA's Johnson Space Center. Our efficient, highly qualified team provides custom simulation software for training, engineering analysis, robotics, and automation. METECS personnel has unparalleled expertise in the areas of simulation, 3D graphics, multibody dynamics, contact dynamics, robotics, orchestration.
