System Administrator
METECS
Summary
METECS is an engineering and applied technology company specializing in high-fidelity simulation, software, robotics, and systems analysis. This role supports both METECS corporate operations and NASA programs onsite at Johnson Space Center (JSC). In this role, you will support developers, engineers, and technical staff by maintaining and improving IT systems across Windows, Linux, and cloud environments. This position is ideal for someone with several years of hands-on administration experience who is ready to take ownership of operational systems, contribute to security initiatives, and collaborate on infrastructure improvements.
Job description
Responsibilities
- Provision, configure, and maintain Windows and Linux servers and workstations.
- Support NASA IT infrastructure and labs, and support testing and delivery activities within assigned projects.
- Monitor system performance and perform routine maintenance and updates.
- Troubleshoot hardware, software, and network issues.
- Participate in backup, disaster recovery, and patch management activities.
- Support IT security initiatives including log review, vulnerability remediation, and compliance activities.
- Document system configurations, troubleshooting steps, and procedures.
- Provide responsive support to end users and project teams.
- Manage user accounts, permissions, and Group Policies within Active Directory.
- Administer Microsoft 365 services including Exchange, SharePoint, and Teams.
- Assist with cloud services configuration (AWS or Azure).
Required Qualifications
- 3–5 years of experience in system administration.
- Experience with Linux systems (Ubuntu, Red Hat, or similar).
- Understanding of basic networking concepts (DNS, DHCP, VPN, routing).
- Hands-on experience with Windows 10/11, Windows Server, and Active Directory.
- Familiarity with Microsoft 365 administration.
- Ability to troubleshoot a wide range of technical issues.
- Excellent communication and documentation skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Citizenship or lawful permanent resident required due to federal position.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with RF concepts and technologies.
- Experience working in DevOps teams and building out dev test infrastructure.
- Experience with virtualization concepts.
- Scripting skills (PowerShell, Bash).
- Exposure to cybersecurity frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, CIS Controls).
- Experience with automation tools or configuration management.
Requirements
- 3–5 years of experience in system administration
- Experience with Linux systems (Ubuntu, Red Hat, or similar)
- Understanding of basic networking concepts (DNS, DHCP, VPN, routing)
- Hands-on experience with Windows 10/11, Windows Server, and Active Directory
- Familiarity with Microsoft 365 administration
- Ability to troubleshoot a wide range of technical issues
- Excellent communication and documentation skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Citizenship or lawful permanent resident required due to federal position
Company overview
METECS (MacLean Engineering and Applied Technology Services LLC) is an award-winning engineering and creative services company founded in 2003 and headquartered in Houston, Texas, near NASA's Johnson Space Center. The company specializes in high-fidelity simulation, advanced software development, robotics, and systems analysis for aerospace applications. METECS provides custom simulation software solutions for training, engineering analysis, robotics, and automation, with unparalleled expertise in simulation, 3D graphics, multibody dynamics, contact dynamics, and orchestration. The company is a key contractor for NASA, supporting major programs including the International Space Station, Orion spacecraft, Lunar Gateway, and the Artemis mission to return astronauts to the Moon. METECS recently secured a $150 million NASA contract for Simulation and Advanced Software Services II (SASS II), focusing on space vehicle models, robotic manipulator systems, human biomechanics, and astronaut training technologies. Beyond aerospace, the company also serves energy, agriculture, education, and construction sectors with advanced simulation and integrated software-hardware solutions.