Systems Administrator II (2024-050)

Astronics Advanced Electrical Systems is seeking a Systems Administrator II to join our cohesive and collaborative Information Technology Team in Kirkland, WA.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Systems Administrator II, under general supervision, is responsible for participation in planning, design, installation, maintenance, and management of networking and infrastructure systems. A Systems Administrator II must have a basic level of understanding in IP data networks, computing systems, communications, security protocols, and related hardware/software and overall technology that is used. Duties include documenting system requirements, formulating scope, defining objectives, and creating system specifications that drive system configuration and implementation.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Overall responsibility to maintain and provide trouble shooting support for the following systems: local and wide area networks, ERP application, e-mail, internet access, time and attendance, office automation, backup systems, telecommunication systems, meeting rooms and display boards

• User administration for Astronics applications

• Ensures computing and network infrastructure environment is secure and appropriate recovery and redundancy issues are addressed according to established procedures

• Participates in planning and designing of computing and network infrastructure

• Is responsible for monitoring performance of selected networks and servers to identify potential problems and bottlenecks

• Promote code changes to live systems using a Source Code Management application

• Develop and maintain all backup procedures and records for all property data and systems

• Develop and maintain standards and procedures for system security for all applicable systems to minimize potential exposure/risk

• Ensure that all use of IT resources conform to all Federal and state laws and that all software is legally owned by or licensed to the business

• Maintain all inventory of the IT systems, software, and hardware

• Anticipate future network needs and identify proactive solutions to satisfy needs

• Serves as liaison between business units and IT, communicating technical information and plans

• Provides expert and creative solutions to user problems on laptops and desktop systems to ensure user satisfaction and productivity

• Establish and maintain user procedures and hardware familiarization and training for all systems as needed

• Assist in documentation of standards and methods

• Meet the attendance guidelines of the job and adhere to departmental and company policies

• Must complete all required Astronics Training programs within a set time frame

• Duties, responsibilities, requirements, and expectations pertaining to this job are subject to change as needed

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience

• 2 years of equivalent systems administrator experience

• Demonstrated experience in the design, planning and execution of technology infrastructures preferred

• Experience in SQL and PowerShell is required

• Experience in Source Code Management Systems is required

• Experience in change management highly desired

• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with vendors, clients and business partners desired

• This position may require knowledge of SOX / 404 internal audit controls and related documentation

• Ability and willingness for 10% travel, which may include international

EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

• As a US Department of Defense Contractor, Astronics is bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Must be a US Person under ITAR to be eligible.

• An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing pre-employment background check and drug test which includes screening for the use of cannabis.

Systems Administrator II Base Salary is $66,740 - $100,109 per year.

Several job-related and non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to experience in comparable roles, skill sets, training, education, licensure or certifications, other qualifications, market conditions and business needs influence actual salary offered.

Astronics AES offers a competitive benefits package including:

• Stay Healthy

• Health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, FSA, HSA, as well as voluntary life/AD&D, voluntary critical illness, accident prevention and hospital indemnity

• Save for the Future

• 401K & Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• Find Balance

• Work/life balance culture. Employee Assistance Program

• Time for You

• Generous Paid Time Off, starting at 120 hours annually, plus 12 Paid Holidays per year