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The Rockridge Group

IT SYSTEMS ENGINEER

Ukiah, CA

Technology Reports To: IT Infrastructure Supervisor FLSA Status: Salary Grade: Revision Date ... Support heterogeneous, multi-vendor server hardware, including blade and rack-mounted servers as ...

Supermicro

Sr. Director, Product Management

San Jose, CA · On-site

$250K - $295K/yr

We are the #5 fastest growing company among the Silicon Valley Top 50 technology firms. Our ... Define the long-term vision, go-to-market strategies, and product roadmap for blade server ...

Supermicro

Sr. Director, Product Management

San Jose, CA · On-site

$250K - $295K/yr

We are the #5 fastest growing company among the Silicon Valley Top 50 technology firms. Our ... Define the long-term vision, go-to-market strategies, and product roadmap for blade server ...

3B Healthcare, Inc.

Surgical Tech - OR

Sonora, CA · On-site

Completes instrument, sponge, needle and blade counts with the Registered Nurse (RN) according to established standards. Sets up/maintains neat and orderly sterile field demonstrating careful ...

3B Healthcare, Inc.

Surgical Tech - OR

Glendale, CA · On-site

Completes instrument, sponge, needle and blade counts with the Registered Nurse (RN) according to established standards. Sets up/maintains neat and orderly sterile field demonstrating careful ...

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What is a blade tech?

A Blade Tech is responsible for inspecting, maintaining, and repairing turbine blades, typically in the wind energy or aerospace industries. Their duties include blade installation, damage assessment, composite repairs, and ensuring structural integrity. This role requires technical skills, knowledge of fiberglass and resin materials, and often involves working at heights. Many Blade Techs receive specialized training and certifications to perform their work safely and efficiently.

What does a blade tech do?

A typical day for a Blade Tech often starts with a team safety briefing, followed by inspecting and accessing wind turbine blades—sometimes requiring climbing or rope access techniques. Your responsibilities may include conducting detailed visual inspections, performing repairs on blade surfaces, documenting findings, and working closely with other technicians and site managers. Tasks are usually performed outdoors and can vary with weather conditions, so adaptability is important. Collaborating with a small crew ensures efficient maintenance and helps maintain strict safety standards, supporting the reliable operation of wind turbines.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a blade tech?

To thrive as a Blade Tech, you need mechanical aptitude, precision, and knowledge of blade inspection, repair, and maintenance practices, often supported by a technical diploma or relevant experience. Familiarity with tools such as torque wrenches, composite repair kits, personal protective equipment, and commonly, certifications like GWO (Global Wind Organization) for safety are important. Strong attention to detail, teamwork, and effective communication help ensure quality work and safe operations at heights or in challenging conditions. These skills are crucial for maintaining blade integrity and safety, minimizing downtime, and supporting overall wind turbine performance.

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Infographic showing various Blade Tech job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 9% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution.

Linux Administrator (IT Senior Engineer)

Qualcomm

San Diego, CA • On-site

$45.77 - $68.65/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 27 days ago

Qualcomm rating

8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 11 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Company:
Qualcomm Incorporated
Job Area:
Information Technology Group, Information Technology Group > IT Engineering
General Summary:
Knowledge in UNIX Operating systems like Red Hat Enterprise Linux / Ubuntu/SUSE should be flexible and have cross platform working knowledge.
Hands on experience in configuring and deploying Hardware devices like HP DL/BL Series Servers, Super Micro and Dell - Enclosures/Blade hardware platform.
This role requires full-time onsite work in San Diego, CA (5 days per week).
**This role is not eligible for Qualcomm immigration sponsorship.
Baseline knowledge:
  • Knowledge in of UNIX Operating systems like Red Hat Enterprise Linux / Ubuntu/SUSE should be flexible and have cross platform working knowledge
  • In-depth familiarity and strong troubleshooting skills in Unix operation
  • Administration of physical and virtual infrastructure UNIX based hosts in complex heterogeneous environments
  • Fundamentals Storage technologies, SAN and RAID concepts
  • Datacenter Operations
  • Hands on experience in configuring and deploying Hardware devices like HP DL/BL Series Servers, Super Micro and Dell - Enclosures/Blade hardware platform
  • Knowledge of Micro services like Docker & Kubernetes
  • Configuration tools like Ansible is required
  • Investigation, diagnosis and resolution of technical issues affecting service availability
  • knowledge on server PXE installation, kickstart configurations, patching and package management
  • Responsibilities include managing of servers across the locations which includes Linux and a footprint of VMware in a critical production environment
  • Knowledge on configuring Veritas cluster & Pacemaker
  • Act as Escalation point for engineers for technical and process related issues
  • Partnering with different representatives across the company
  • After-hours escalations relating to critical business activities
  • Knowledge transfer among multiple team members and sharing of service responsibilities, Rotational hand-offs

Minimum Qualifications:
• 3+ years of IT-related work experience with a Bachelor's degree.
OR
5+ years of IT-related work experience without a Bachelor's degree.
Applicants: Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation during the application/hiring process, rest assured that Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process. You may e-mail disability-accomodations@qualcomm.com or call Qualcomm's toll-free number found here. Upon request, Qualcomm will provide reasonable accommodations to support individuals with disabilities to be able participate in the hiring process. Qualcomm is also committed to making our workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities. (Keep in mind that this email address is used to provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. We will not respond here to requests for updates on applications or resume inquiries).
To all Staffing and Recruiting Agencies: Our Careers Site is only for individuals seeking a job at Qualcomm. Staffing and recruiting agencies and individuals being represented by an agency are not authorized to use this site or to submit profiles, applications or resumes, and any such submissions will be considered unsolicited. Qualcomm does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from agencies. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Qualcomm employees or any other company location. Qualcomm is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/applications.
EEO Employer: Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or any other protected classification.
Qualcomm expects its employees to abide by all applicable policies and procedures, including but not limited to security and other requirements regarding protection of Company confidential information and other confidential and/or proprietary information, to the extent those requirements are permissible under applicable law.
Pay range and Other Compensation & Benefits:
$45.77 - $68.65
The above pay scale reflects the broad, minimum to maximum, pay scale for this job code for the location for which it has been posted. Even more importantly, please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Qualcomm. We also offer a competitive annual discretionary bonus program and opportunity for annual RSU grants (employees on sales-incentive plans are not eligible for our annual bonus). In addition, our highly competitive benefits package is designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that Qualcomm has to offer - and you can review more details about our US benefits at this link.
If you would like more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers.

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Qualcomm is enabling a world where everyone and everything can be intelligently connected. You interact with products and technologies made possible by Qualcomm every day, including 5G-enabled smartphones that double as pro-level cameras and gaming devices, smarter vehicles and cities, and the technology behind the smart, connected factories that manufactured your latest purchase. Our powerful connectivity solutions keep you connected—even in remote areas. Qualcomm 5G and AI innovations are the power behind the connected intelligent edge. You’ll find our technologies behind and inside the innovations that deliver significant value across multiple industries and to billions of people every day.

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Technology, communication and media

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

San Diego, CA, US

Year founded

1985

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