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Job Summary

The Network & Systems Administrator is responsible for maintaining, securing, and supporting the IT infrastructure of our aerospace and industrial manufacturing organization operating in a high-mix, mid-volume environment. This role ensures reliable operation of enterprise systems, shop-floor technologies, and engineering platforms while maintaining strict compliance with AS9100, ITAR, and cybersecurity requirements, (NIST, CMMC 2, etc.).

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and support on-premises and cloud-based servers, networks, and infrastructure

• Provide IT support to engineering, quality, manufacturing, and administrative users

• Support aerospace manufacturing systems including ERP, MES, PLM, QMS, APQP, and shop-floor PCs

• Ensure high availability of systems critical to production, inspection, and traceability

• Administer user accounts, access controls, and permissions in accordance with ITAR and cybersecurity policies

• Implement and maintain cybersecurity controls to protect controlled technical data (CTD)

• Monitor system performance, backups, logging, and security alerts

• Troubleshoot network, server, and endpoint issues impacting production and quality operations

• Maintain IT documentation, network diagrams, and asset inventories to support audits

• Coordinate with vendors, MSPs, and machine/software suppliers for system support

• Support system upgrades, patching, and change management with minimal production disruption

• Assist with disaster recovery planning, backup testing, and business continuity efforts

• Manage on-site security camera systems, door access badges and compliance with associated DFARS regulations

• Support document control systems to meet ITAR, Company and other legislative requirements

• Supports the appropriate level of inventories of equipment and supplies for IT support

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field preferred

• Equivalent combination of education, certifications, and aerospace manufacturing experience will be considered

Required Experience

• 5+ years of experience in systems administration, network administration, or IT support

• Experience supporting IT environments in aerospace or regulated manufacturing

• Hands-on experience with Windows Server, Active Directory, virtualization, and network infrastructure

• Experience supporting high-mix, mid-volume manufacturing operations

Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, VPNs, firewalls)

• Experience supporting ERP, MES, QMS, APQP and PLM systems in aerospace manufacturing

• Knowledge of AS9100 documentation, traceability, and audit requirements as they relate to IT systems

• Strong cybersecurity knowledge, including access control, data segregation, and endpoint protection

• Ability to troubleshoot complex issues in time-sensitive production environments

• Strong documentation skills for audit and compliance support

• Clear communication skills for working with engineers, quality teams, and shop-floor personnel

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in ITAR-regulated environments

• Familiarity with NIST 800-171, CMMC, or other defense-related cybersecurity standards

• Industry certifications (CompTIA Security+, Network+, Microsoft, Cisco)

• Experience supporting CNC machines, CMMs, FARO arms, or networked inspection equipment

• Experience supporting AS9100 audits and customer audits

Working Conditions

• Office, server room, and manufacturing floor environments

• Exposure to noise, machinery, and production equipment

• On-call or after-hours support may be required to support production schedules

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, and move between work areas for extended periods

• Ability to lift and move IT equipment (up to 40 lbs)

• Ability to bend, reach, or access equipment in production and inspection areas

Compliance & Other Requirements

• Adherence to AS9100, ITAR, and company cybersecurity policies

• Compliance with export control regulations and controlled technical data handling requirements

• Ability to support internal, customer, and regulatory audits

• U.S. Person status may be required due to ITAR restrictions

• Ability to handle sensitive engineering, quality, and customer data with strict confidentiality

Compensation:

Pay range:

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, additional voluntary plans

Department: Information Technology (#51)

• Reporting To: Director of Information Technology

• Location: Corona, CA

• Employment Type: Full-time

• Pay Type: Non-Exempt from Overtime

• EEO / Job Group: EEO-3, Technicians