Linux/Unix Systems Administrator - Kula
Listed on 2026-01-12
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IT/Tech
Cybersecurity, IT Support, Systems Engineer
Location: Kula
Job Title
Linux/ Unix Systems Administrator - Kula, HI
Job DescriptionATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS – Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. This position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers.
BAE Systems is seeking a full‑time System Administrator to join our team supporting the Ground‑Based Electro‑Optical Deep Space Surveillance (GEODSS) System on Haleakalā Summit in Maui, Hawaii. The team provides 24/7/365 operations and maintenance support for the GEODSS system for the 15th Space Surveillance Squadron. The mission is to detect, track, and identify all tasked space objects within its area of coverage.
The site includes three independently operated telescopes with data channeled to a command and control node responsible for the Space Force’s Space Domain Awareness (SDA) mission.
This position is covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) and is a Union position with the IBEW Local 1260 – Maui.
Primary Duties- Perform site system administration and provide Level 1 software support for mission data processing, site optical and other propagated signal monitoring sensors, mission communications, data processing and sensor temperature/climate control systems, and all site sensors and dome drive apparatus.
- Monitor and maintain cyber compliance with regulations and contract requirements.
- Assist site operations and maintenance personnel in troubleshooting faults to ensure systems meet mission requirements.
- Execute preventive and corrective maintenance (PM & CM) actions to ensure proper system operations.
- Work with a team of two other system administrators to complete all primary and additional duties.
- Operate site systems and sensors to collect data and process all communications venue products; requires completion of an in‑house training program.
- Reconfigure communications from primary to secondary circuits, perform communications systems backups, and activate backup.
- Coordinate with tech control and other GEODSS sites for communications troubleshooting.
- Assist other GEODSS sites as required, support systems and communications testing, software changes, and general troubleshooting.
- Document software maintenance activities in accordance with site/system procedures.
- Baselining and managing documentation processes, optimizing procedures for efficiency and relevance.
- Manage the complete lifecycle of classified information and materials in compliance with government regulations, ensuring security and confidentiality.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
- Full‑time Salary: $ (base)
- Site differential: 11.5%
- Shift differential: $0.70 – $1.15 per hour
- Relocation assistance might be available but is not guaranteed.
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Minimum Education RequiredHigh School / GED
Job CategoryMaintenance
Additional Qualifications / Responsibilities- Active Top Secret with SCI eligibility.
- Must have or obtain current LINUX certification.
- Current Security+ certification or other approved baseline certification; or willing and able to obtain a CompTIA Security+ prior to start date.
- Must be flexible and able to work shift work (days / swings / mids).
- Must be able to work comfortably at an elevation of 10,000 feet; the site may involve hazardous driving conditions (e.g., inclement weather, narrow/windy roads).
- Associate or bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field, or in progress with ability to complete within one year of hire date.
- Minimum 2 years of experience in Systems Administration, Linux CLI, and Windows.
- Experience with UNIX/Red Hat and familiarity with VMware, Juniper, Cisco, and Windows operating systems is desired.
This position is covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement, which will determine wages.
Location- City:
Kula - State:
Hawaii
Manufacturing Manufacturing
Affiliate SponsorBAE Systems
Seniority LevelEntry level
Employment TypeFull‑time
Job FunctionInformation Technology
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