What are the responsibilities and job description for the Systems Administrator II position at aevexaerospace?
This is an onsite position.
Job Overview
As a Systems Administrator II on the Tampa Enterprise IT Support team, you will be responsible for managing and maintaining our organization's IT infrastructure to ensure the reliability, security, and performance of our systems and services.
Essential Functions
• The Systems Administrator II is responsible for supporting day-to-day IT operations within a dynamic aerospace manufacturing environment. This role focuses heavily on end-user support for engineers and 3D printing administrators, while also maintaining core infrastructure services across Windows and Linux systems.
• Operating with a high degree of autonomy, this individual will serve as the primary on-site IT resource, ensuring reliable network connectivity, system performance, and responsive technical support in a production-focused environment.
Standard Essential Functions
Regular and reliable attendance on a full time basis [or in accordance with posted schedule].
Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company's policies and practices.
Embodies AEVEX’s cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture.
Qualifications and Competencies
• Provide hands-on end-user support for engineering staff and 3D printing operations, including troubleshooting hardware, software, and connectivity issues
• Administer and support Windows and Linux endpoints in a mixed environment
• Maintain and troubleshoot local network infrastructure, including switches, VLANs, and connectivity issues
• Support Active Directory and Microsoft 365 (GCC High) user lifecycle tasks, including onboarding, offboarding, and access management
• Diagnose and resolve issues related to printers, specialized manufacturing equipment, and engineering applications
• Coordinate with centralized IT and cybersecurity teams to ensure compliance with company policies and CMMC requirements
• Perform routine system maintenance, patching, and updates using enterprise tools
• Document issues, changes, and resolutions in the ticketing system
• Act as the on-site escalation point for complex technical issues requiring local intervention
• Ensure uptime and operational continuity in a production environment with minimal infrastructure footprint
Education / Certifications
• A bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field is preferred
or equivalent experience.
Experience
• At least 3 years of Tier 2 Systems Administrator or Senior Level Experience
• 3-5 years' experience working in a Level 1 or higher support role.
• Experience supporting Windows environments (Windows 10/11, Server) and basic Linux administration
• Hands-on experience with Active Directory and Microsoft 365 administration
• Office 365 Support and Management
• DoD or DIB contractor industry IT Support experience preferred but not required.
• Experience with networking equipment (managed switches, basic firewall concepts)
• Experience in a manufacturing, engineering, or lab environment is strongly preferred
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties the employee is:
Constantly required to sit, and to reach to use computers and other office equipment
For the purpose of this summary, occasionally is used to represent up to 1/3 of the time given to the work day, frequently represents 1/3 to 2/3 of the time and constantly represents 2/3 or more of the time.
Security Clearance
• Ability to obtain/maintain a Secret DoD clearance, U.S. Citizenship required.
About AEVEX
AEVEX, headquartered in Solana Beach, California, supports the U.S. national security mission and partner nation needs around the world by providing full-spectrum aviation, remote sensing, and analysis solutions. The company's capabilities include custom design and engineering; rapid prototyping; sensor integration and sustainment; aircraft modification and certification; flight test instrumentation and support; mission operations service; advanced intelligence data processing, exploitation, and dissemination solutions; and tailored hardware and software mission-system tools. AEVEX uses agile and customized approaches to rapidly define, develop, and deliver specialized solutions for airborne special mission needs for the U.S. Government, partner nations, and commercial businesses. AEVEX has major offices in California, Florida, North Carolina, Ohio, and Virginia.
AEVEX provides a full suite of comprehensive benefits, including a 401(k)-retirement plan, comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance group coverage with a portion of the premiums paid by the company, professional development funds, and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support, among other benefits for qualified employees.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
AEVEX is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military and veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, physical disability, mental disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.