IT Systems Administrator

Beehive Industries is dedicated to Powering American Defense by revolutionizing the design, development, and delivery of jet propulsion systems to support the warfighter. Through the integration of additive manufacturing, the company aims to meet the growing and urgent needs for unmanned aerial defense by dramatically improving a jet engine’s speed to market, fuel efficiency, and cost.

Founded in 2020, the company is headquartered in Englewood, Colorado, with additional facilities in Knoxville, Tennessee, Loveland Ohio, and Mount Vernon, Ohio. Beehive is committed to grow and advance the defense industrial base while manufacturing exclusively in the USA. This role will be located at our Loveland, Ohio or Knoxville, Tennessee facility.

Beehive Industries is seeking a highly skilled Systems Administrator to join our IT organization. This role will provide day-to-day administration of our Microsoft Azure GCC High environment, support Linux-based systems, maintain SQL databases, and contribute to the management of High Performance Computing (HPC) resources used in aerospace engineering and manufacturing. The ideal candidate will combine strong technical expertise with a focus on security, compliance, and performance in a regulated aerospace/defense environment.

Responsibilities

Microsoft Azure GCC High Administration

• Manage and maintain Azure GCC High infrastructure, including virtual machines, networking, storage, and identity services.
• Monitor system performance, patching, and security configurations to ensure compliance with ITAR, DFARS, NIST 800-171, and CMMC requirements.
• Assist in implementing automation and monitoring solutions within GCC High to optimize reliability and uptime.
  
  

Linux & HPC Systems

• Support Linux servers and HPC clusters used for simulation, analysis, and manufacturing workloads.
• Manage user accounts, job scheduling, and resource allocation across HPC environments.
• Implement and monitor system backup, recovery, and failover processes for critical HPC workloads.
  
  

SQL Administration

• Administer Microsoft SQL Server and/or PostgreSQL/MySQL databases in support of business and engineering systems.
• Monitor database health, optimize queries, and perform regular maintenance, including backups and patching.
• Ensure proper security controls are in place for databases storing Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).
  
  

Security & Compliance

• Apply security patches, maintain system hardening, and monitor environments for vulnerabilities.
• Work closely with the Cybersecurity Analyst to align system administration with DoD IL2–IL6 and CMMC 3.0 standards.
• Document processes, configurations, and controls to support audits and certifications.
  
  

General Systems Support

• Provide tier 3 support for Windows, Linux, and cloud systems.
• Participate in infrastructure planning, upgrades, and migrations.
• Collaborate with IT, engineering, and operations teams to ensure systems are available, secure, and scalable.
  
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field; equivalent work experience considered.
• 3–5 years of systems administration experience, ideally in a regulated industry (aerospace/defense preferred).
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure GCC High administration.
• Proficiency with Linux system administration (Red Hat, CentOS, or Ubuntu).
• SQL database administration experience (Microsoft SQL Server, PostgreSQL, or MySQL).
• Familiarity with HPC cluster management and job scheduling systems (e.g., Slurm, PBS, LSF).
• Strong troubleshooting, monitoring, and performance optimization skills.
• Knowledge of compliance frameworks: ITAR, NIST 800-171, DFARS, and CMMC 3.0.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, mission-critical environment.
  
  

Preferred Skills

• Experience with infrastructure automation (PowerShell, Ansible, Terraform, etc.).
• Knowledge of containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) in HPC or cloud environments.
• Familiarity with MES/ERP/PLM integrations in manufacturing environments.
• Active DoD clearance or eligibility to obtain one.
  
  

If this sounds like you, please submit an application with your resume. This could be the opportunity you are looking for to expand your skills, contribute to a winning team, and work with talented people who love what they do and take pride in our mission.

Beehive Industries offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes group Medical, Dental, Life, and Short and Long-Term disability coverage from day one. We also offer a generous 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a Company match. Every role at Beehive Industries is bonus eligible and will also receive equity in the company.

Beehive Industries is committed to full compliance with applicable anti-discrimination laws. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We strive to create an inclusive work environment and will not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.