Systems Engineer - REMOTE
- Marietta, GA
- Permanent
- Full-time
LOCATION: Remote, U.S.
PAY RATE: $96/hourWe 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 / AviationBenefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplierOpenings 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 scriptingProficient 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 configurationsHands-on experience with automation and DevOps tools: Ansible, CI/CD pipelines, Agile methodologiesFamiliarity with monitoring and performance tools: Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack; ability to optimize and scale clustersPreferred experience supporting IBM Cloud Pak for Data (CP4D) and watsonx.ai platformsKnowledge of backup and restore strategies for OpenShift and etcdCertifications preferred: Red Hat Certified Specialist in OpenShift Administration, Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA)Excellent communication and teamwork skillsProactive, independent work ethicMust be a U.S. Person as defined by ITARAbout 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, defenseTake your career to new heights—apply today!