Senior Windows and Linux Systems Administrator

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

The Boeing Company is looking for a highly experienced and detail-oriented Senior Windows and Linux Systems Administrator to join the team in Kent, WA or Tukwila, WA.

As a Senior Systems Administrator, you will design, implement, troubleshoot, secure, and maintain dedicated Program Information Technology Infrastructure that is required to deliver products to our customers. 

The dedicated infrastructure will be configured to meet the required security compliance metrics (Risk Management Framework (RMF), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC), etc). The infrastructure will support various application stacks including Engineering design and analysis tools, Software Development Environments (Jira, GIT, Jenkins, etc), Oracle, Structured Query Language (SQL) databases, Java, etc.

Position Responsibilities:

• Works directly with programs to ensure Information Technology infrastructure solutions meet the program requirements and schedules

• Oversees system design, integration, hardware and software installation, configuration and disposition of servers and workstations to support program performance

• Performs a multi-disciplined range of technical systems and application activities

• Provides technical solutions to a wide range of difficult problems

• Determines approaches to solutions

• Contributes to the completion of specific programs and projects

• Represents the organization by providing solutions to difficult technical issues

• Mentors, leads, and trains others

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Successfully completed Tier 5 Investigation (T5), formerly known as a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) by the federal government within the last 5 years, or requires candidate to have been enrolled in a Continuous Vetting program within the last 5 years

• CompTIA Security + certified (equivalent or higher)

• 5+ years of experience in performing system administration tasks on Windows and Linux hosts including installing security patches and making configuration changes to support security requirements

• 5+ years of experience in integrating hardware and software components into a functional system

• 5+ years of experience working within multi-disciplined teams to resolve business impacting computing issues

• Willing to work variable shifts, including weekends, holidays, and overtime

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• 3+ years of experience with standardized Network Protocols and Services (i.e. Transmission Control Protocol (TCP)/Internet Protocol (IP), Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Domain Name System (DNS), Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Firewalls, etc.)

• 2+ years of experience in architecture, designing, and implementing a DevOps infrastructure

• 2+ years of experience working with Virtual Systems (i.e. VMWare) design and implementation

• 2+ years of experience with Oracle and SQL Database Administrator (DBA)

• Experience with High Performance Computing (HPC) applications and frameworks

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Pay & Benefits:

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range: $116,450 - $157,550

Applications for this position will be accepted until Jul. 22, 2025

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance

This position requires an active U.S. Top Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Experience Level
Individual Contributor
Contingent Upon Program Award
No, this position is not contingent upon program award

Schedule
Full time

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.