Systems Administrator Staff
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 5–10+ years of system administration experience
- Experience with Windows Server and/or Linux operating systems
- Strong troubleshooting skills across hardware, software, and networking domains
- Experience with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V)
- Knowledge of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, VLANs, routing, switching)
- Experience with RAID configurations, system backups, and recovery procedures
- Familiarity with cybersecurity practices, including STIGs and system hardening
- Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks in a mission-critical environment
- Active Secret clearance
- Active Security+ Certification
Job Description
What We’re Doing: At Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems, we're on a mission to drive innovation and uphold the highest standards of business ethics. We believe that by pushing the boundaries of visionary thinking, we can achieve exceptional results. As a Lockheed Martin employee, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working in an environment that values integrity and excellence.
The Work Systems Administrator to support the Combat Rescue Helicopter contract. This position will be located at Kirtland AFB, NM. The selected candidate must be a self-starter able to work independently and in a team environment. The selected candidate will be responsible for the following:
- Administer and maintain Windows and/or Linux-based simulator systems and servers
- Maintain system performance, availability, and integrity across simulator devices
- Monitor system performance, availability, and integrity across simulator devices
- Perform system patching, updates, and configuration changes in accordance with operational schedules
- Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, and network issues impacting simulator performance
- Support integration and operation of simulator subsystems (e.g., I/O, visuals, motion, avionics interfaces)
- Maintain and troubleshoot RAID systems, storage solutions, and backups
- Maintain user accounts, permissions, and system access in compliance with security requirements
- Ensure systems meet cybersecurity standards, including STIG compliance and vulnerability remediation
- Document system configurations, maintenance actions, and discrepancies in official logs and tracking systems
- Coincide with engineering, network, and field service teams to resolve complex issues
- Support pre-mission checks and ensure systems are ready for scheduled training events
- Work alongside the CRH Maintenance Team to resolve system related issues
- Hands-on work with hardware, server racks, and simulator components
- On-site support of simulator systems in a secure facility
- Shift work, on-call support, or extended hours during critical operations
- Travel required
Who We Are: Our customers are world-wide and so is our reputation for creating innovative solutions with the latest technologies. Our products keep our customers safe and bring them home to their families at night. We provide the resources, inspiration, and focus - if you have the resourcefulness and perseverance to work hard, then we want to create a better tomorrow with you.
Why Join Us: Our team is dedicated to supporting new members. We have a broad mix of experience levels and tenures, and we're building an environment that celebrates knowledge sharing and mentorship. We care about your career growth and strive to assign projects based on what will help each team member develop into a better-rounded engineer and enable them to take on more complex tasks in the future.
Desired Skills: Prior experience supporting flight simulators or training devices, Experience in DoD or aviation environments, Familiarity with real-time or low-latency systems, Experience with simulator I/O systems and hardware/software integration, Knowledge of configuration management and change control processes
Other Important Information: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings. Ability to work remotely, Onsite, Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.