Information Systems Administrator

Quantum Space is redefining mobility and maneuverability in space. Our high-mobility spacecraft platforms support national security, civil, and commercial missions with unmatched flexibility and propulsion capability. We build fast and iterate quickly.

Who We’re Looking For

An experienced Information Systems Administrator to provide day-to-day technical administration for information technology, engineering, and infrastructure initiatives across the organization. This role supports IT systems, software, cybersecurity, and infrastructure planning and implementation, while coordinating closely with engineering programs and external partners as needed.

Where You’ll Make an Impact

Supporting day-to-day technical implementation of information technology, engineering, and infrastructure initiatives within the organization

Provide technical advice and administration for all company IT resources and software account

Coordinates and manages assets including procurement, provisioning, maintenance, and deprovisioning

May participate in identification, evaluation and recommendations on IT based solutions and vendors

Supports the implementation and administration of cyber security systems to protect all Quantum Space devices, software, and related IT systems

Facilitate the implementation of software and hardware systems necessary for efficient business operations throughout Quantum Space

What It Takes

Provide advanced support of a diverse array of operating systems across platforms: Linux (Debian-based and RHEL-based distributions), macOS, and Windows

Support and implement interoperability between different operating system architectures within the corporate and I&T application boundaries

Understand various networking technologies and the ability to provide logical network implementations, including routing, switching, access-control, and LAN/VLAN/WLAN methodologies

Understand scripting languages (BASH/Shell/YAML) and development of scripts consistent with automation processes

Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible, Puppet) and working through source code control

Advanced hardware and network troubleshooting and resolution

Knowledge of cloud infrastructure technologies including Microsoft Azure and Amazon Web Services

Knowledge of IdP/SAML integration

Knowledge of virtualization, containerization, micro-services, and IaaS / PaaS / SaaS services

Understanding of continuous integration/continuous deployment and source control services, support, and deployment

The ability to troubleshoot software and OS issues through data aggregation and log review

Coordination of project activities and work for engineering programs

The ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing, including development of playbooks, runbooks, and procedures

Minimum of 4 years’ experience in System Administration, DevOps, cloud, and network support

CompTIA Security+ certification and the ability to maintain DoD 8570.01 IAT/IAM certification

The ability to hold and maintain a security clearance

What You’ll Get

Ownership – Play a key role in shaping Quantum Space’s IT, infrastructure, and cybersecurity foundation

Innovation – Direct impact across engineering, operations, and business systems

Impact – An opportunity to design and deploy architecture, tooling, and security strategy in a fast-moving, build-and-iterate environment

Growth – Advance your career by building scalable infrastructure, strengthening security capabilities, and shaping the systems that enable engineering innovation and mission success.

Compensation – Competitive salary, equity, and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, generous leave, HSA, 401(k) matching, and equity participation.

Location: Hawthorne, CA

Base Salary: $110,000 - $130,000

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Quantum Space's total compensation package.

Additional Requirements

To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including ITAR, applicants must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, protected individual per 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Apply now. Join us in building the next generation of spacecraft.