JOB TITLE: Systems Engineer - REMOTE
LOCATION: Remote, U.S.
PAY RATE: $96/hour
We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.
Job Details:
Job Type: Contract (12 months with potential for extension)
Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation
Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)
Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier
Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.
Qualifying Questions:
Are you a U.S. person as defined under ITAR regulations?
Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?
Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?
Summary:
Provide hands-on support for our IBM Cloud Pak for Data platform.
This role requires a strong foundation in OpenShift administration, Linux systems, and container orchestration, with a focus on maintaining performance, scalability, and security in a production environment.
Provide administration and support for IBM Cloud Pak for Data running on OpenShift.
Monitor and troubleshoot infrastructure issues, ensuring high availability and performance.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deploy, scale, and maintain applications.
Support container orchestration, automation, and CI/CD practices.
Implement best practices for security, backup, and disaster recovery.
Requirements:
Strong Linux (RHEL) administration skills with troubleshooting and Python/Bash scripting
Proficient in containerization and orchestration: Docker, Podman, Kubernetes, and OpenShift (CLI, architecture, RBAC, image/app management)
Solid knowledge of networking and security: TCP/IP, DNS, firewalls, load balancing, and OpenShift security configurations
Hands-on experience with automation and DevOps tools: Ansible, CI/CD pipelines, Agile methodologies
Familiarity with monitoring and performance tools: Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack; ability to optimize and scale clusters
Preferred experience supporting IBM Cloud Pak for Data (CP4D) and watsonx.ai platforms
Knowledge of backup and restore strategies for OpenShift and etcd
Certifications preferred: Red Hat Certified Specialist in OpenShift Administration, Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA)
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Proactive, independent work ethic
Must be a U.S. Person as defined by ITAR
About Us:
The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.
As trusted partners to major aerospace OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with opportunities to grow and excel in the aviation and aerospace industries.
Eligibility Requirements:
Must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) to comply with ITAR regulations.
Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense
Take your career to new heights-apply today!
The Structures Company is a national staffing firm specializing in contract, contract to hire, and direct hire placement opportunities. Our clients rely on us to support their engineering, IT, Production, Maintenance & Repair, and support staff. Our niche recruiting team is one of our biggest strengths and is why we are a top provider of talented professionals to the majority of our clients. They will help you identify the opportunity that best fits your interests while also providing industry-leading customer service. We support the majority of aerospace OEMs and tier 1 suppliers across the United States. The Structures Company LLC is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer (or AA/ EOE)
