# Infrastructure & Systems Administrator at Space Kinetic > United States · Unspecified · DevOps / SRE / Infra · open. Source: https://alderhq.app/jobs/greenhouse%3Aspacekinetic%3A5381109008 (read 2026-11-14). ## Facts (observed) - Company: [Space Kinetic](https://alderhq.app/companies/space-kinetic) - Location text: El Segundo, California; El Segundo, CA - Where it can be done from (inferred): United States (evidence: "Location: El Segundo, California; El Segundo, CA") - Posted: 2026-08-05 (101 days ago) - First seen by alder: 2026-11-02 · last verified: 2026-11-13 - Reposted: 0 times · edited: 0 times - Apply on the employer's site: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/spacekinetic/jobs/5381109008 - Skills listed (inferred): Python, Kubernetes, Docker ## Pay and sponsorship - Posted pay: $80k–$100k per year (from the listing's pay field) - Market band for similar posted roles (Los Angeles, n 27): p25 $135k, median $152k, p75 $168k ## Description (the employer's text) ### A New Paradigm For Space Operations. ### Who We Are Space Kinetic is a dual use space technology startup building a completely new architecture for space operations – one that brings the advantages of proliferated drone technology (low-cost, operationally flexible, attainable, distributed) to space missions while reducing the ecosystem's reliance on consumable fuel. In a world where many companies are focused on incrementally improving the status quo, we are focused on creating something entirely different – an architecture underpinned by new first principles to meet the opportunities and challenges of the third space age head-on. Our goal is to move away from one-to-one space architectures – where each satellite in a constellation has one (or a small # of) primary payloads attached to the bus -- and unlock a ‘one-to-many’ system, where each satellite has a large number of payloads which can be deployed from their host spacecraft at high velocities without firing a thruster. This is not a role for someone looking for a traditional 40-hour work week. Space Kinetic is building ambitious, first-of-its-kind technology, and that requires urgency, ownership, and a high level of commitment to changing the foundational assumptions for everything we do in space. ### What You’ll Do Space Kinetic is seeking a mid-level Infrastructure & Systems Administrator to maintain and scale the infrastructure supporting our engineering, manufacturing, simulation, secure collaboration, and export-controlled programs. You will work across servers, virtualization, networking, cybersecurity, Microsoft 365, and engineering systems. The ideal candidate enjoys solving complex technical problems and building secure, scalable infrastructure in a fast-moving environment. ### Job Responsibilities - Administer Windows Server and Linux environments, including Ubuntu or Rocky Linux. - Manage Proxmox virtualization environments and deploy new infrastructure as the company grows. - Support Microsoft 365, Entra ID, Intune, Exchange Online, and SharePoint. - Configure and troubleshoot switches, routing, VLANs, VPNs, wireless networks, and related network infrastructure. - Support cybersecurity initiatives and CMMC Level 2 compliance efforts. - Monitor infrastructure health, resolve technical issues, respond to incidents, and maintain system availability. - Manage backups, disaster recovery processes, engineering applications, technical infrastructure, and license servers. - Automate administrative tasks using PowerShell or Bash while maintaining infrastructure documentation and operating procedures. ### What It Takes - Associate or bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity, networking, information systems, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience. A degree is not required for candidates with substantial relevant experience. - 3 to 7 years of experience supporting IT infrastructure or enterprise systems. - Experience administering Windows Server and Linux environments, preferably Ubuntu or Rocky Linux. - Hands-on experience with Microsoft 365, Entra ID, Intune, Exchange Online, and SharePoint. - Working knowledge of TCP/IP, VLANs, VPNs, routing, switches, and wireless networks. - Experience with virtualization platforms, preferably Proxmox, as well as backup, disaster recovery, and infrastructure-monitoring technologies. - Proficiency with PowerShell, Bash, or similar scripting tools. ### What We'd Love - Graduates of CAE-CD programs designated by the NSA and CISA are encouraged to apply. - Microsoft, Linux, or CompTIA Security+ certifications. - Experience supporting aerospace, engineering, CAD, or manufacturing environments. - Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, Python, or Ansible. - Familiarity with NIST SP 800-171, CMMC, or other regulated security frameworks. ### Where You’ll Be The position is onsite at our headquarters in El Segundo, CA. Domestic travel may be required, approximately 25% to 40% of the year. ### What We Offer - Equity-Based Compensation - 401(k) retirement plan with a 3.5% company match - Highly Competitive PTO - Paid company holidays + winter break --- Data: alder (https://alderhq.app). Cite https://alderhq.app/jobs/greenhouse%3Aspacekinetic%3A5381109008 and the date you read it. Observed facts come from the employer's own listing; location reach, level, family and skills are inferences.