System 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.

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS), Space and Launch Organization seeks a System Administrator to support Proprietary Programs in Seal Beach, CA.  You will assist in installations, perform environment set-up, and help maintain operational readiness with various operating systems and hardware interfaces.

Position Responsibilities:

• Hardware Lifecycle Management: Oversee the entire lifecycle of datacenter hardware, including procurement, installation, maintenance, and decommissioning of equipment to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
• Infrastructure Management: Manage and optimize infrastructure systems, focusing on virtualization technologies (VMware), storage solutions (NetApp), and other specialized network appliances, ensuring seamless integration and functionality.
• System Configuration and System Optimization: Configure and fine-tune infrastructure components to enhance performance, scalability, and security, while implementing best practices for system management.
• Security Compliance: Ensure compliance with cybersecurity protocols and directives, including adherence to industry standards and internal policies to protect sensitive data and infrastructure.
• Collaboration and Support: Work closely with cross-functional teams to support program objectives, providing technical expertise and guidance in an Agile environment.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement solutions to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness within the lab environment.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Years of related experience: 1+ for level 2, 3+ for level 3.
• Possess a currently active Top Secret with SCI US Security Clearance (TS/SCI), or have completed a Tier 5 (T5), formerly known as a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) by the federal government within the past 5 years.
• Experience developing, integrating, and managing product and program lifecycle support activities to include support system analysis, spares, provisioning, technical data, training maintenance and modifications, support equipment, and facilities.
• The ability to obtain security certifications such as Security+ (Sec+) or equivalent IAT Level 2 certifications per DoD Instruction 8570 (8140).
• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Cybersecurity experience or knowledge.
• Threat management experience or knowledge.
• Security hardening experience or knowledge.
• User access and identity management experience or knowledge.

Typical Education & Experience:

Level 2: Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), computer science, engineering data science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 2 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience or non-US equivalent qualifications. In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

Level 3: Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), computer science, engineering data science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience or non-US equivalent qualifications. In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace (DFW) 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.

Shift:

Ability and willingness to work occasional compensated ad hoc support outside of typical business hours.

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

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:

Level 2: $94,350 – $127,650

Level 3: $114,750 – $155,250

Applications for this position will be accepted until Nov. 25, 2025

Export Control Requirements: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details: US based job, US Person required

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required

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.