IT Systems Administrator

  • Airbus
  • Corsham, Wiltshire
  • Dec 01, 2022
Full time I.T. & Communications

Job Description

Bedrijfsomschrijving
Airbus pioneers sustainable aerospace for a safe and united world. The Company constantly innovates to provide efficient and technologically-advanced solutions in aerospace, defence, and connected services. In commercial aircraft, Airbus offers modern and fuel-efficient airliners and associated services. Airbus is also a European leader in defence and security and one of the world's leading space businesses. In helicopters, Airbus provides the most efficient civil and military rotorcraft solutions and services worldwide.

Job description

Security Clearance: Eligibility to gain UK SC Security Clearance

Travel Required: Occasional travel within the UK

First of all, what's in it for you

Financial Reward: Competitive salary, annual profit share, contributory pension, share options, car leasing scheme, free onsite parking, season ticket loan, tax-free technology scheme, discounted shopping and much more

Work / Life Balance: 37 hour week, flexible working around core hours and Friday afternoons off, up to 2 additional days per month as TOIL, option to buy/ sell holiday

Personal Development: Personalised development plan, Airbus Leadership University and unlimited access to 10,000+ E-learning courses, internal mobility including international opportunities

Health & Wellbeing: Wellbeing benefits (including 24/ 7 online GP and mental health support), Employee Assistance Programme, discounted family health / dental insurance / eye tests, cycle-to-work scheme, on-site canteen and coffee shop, lunchtime yoga / meditation

Family and Caregiving: Life assurance, enhanced pay for maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave and caregiving

Our world is changing. And so are we. From our commitment to zero-carbon flight () to cleaning up space, sustainability is at the heart of our purpose. So what's your next change?

About the role

We now have an exciting opportunity for an IT Systems Administrator to join Airbus Defence & Space at our Spacecraft Control Centre in Corsham, Wiltshire . You will join the Spacecraft Control Centre Support Team and report to the System Engineering Team Lead.

The Spacecraft Control & Operations Facility (SCOF) comprises all Ground Equipment, Computers & Software and connectivity across multiple sites required to effect Command and Control of the SKYNET Constellation of spacecraft. At the core of the SCOF is the Spacecraft Control Centre, which comprises the main computer systems which host the main C2 Software applications and provide the operator workstations.

How will you contribute to the team

System Admin support for the Spacecraft Control Centre and computer systems across the SCOF network, including ability to re-start both software and hardware subsystems to recover from failures

Perform data extraction tasks for SCC system users in accordance with Local Security procedures.

Perform general computer configuration and maintenance activities including equipment swap-out, reconfiguration, User account management and restoration of capability.

Provide support to Lead SCC Engineer for development of roll out plans for deployment of system upgrades, enhancements, including software patches and fixes.

Development and implementation (in a specific test environment) of robust test procedures and scripts to manage system changes, fixes, and supplier delivered upgrades prior to operational deployment

About you

Proven experience working in a System Administration role

Experience of supporting high availability systems, ideally with a focus on Linux based hardware and software

Good knowledge of IP networking and familiarity with Cisco networking devices ?

How can we support you

Many of our staff work flexibly in many different ways, including part-time. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need and we'll always do our best to accommodate your request.

Please let us know if you need us to make any reasonable adjustments for the selection process - you can share this with your Talent Acquisition Partner if you are invited to interview. Examples may include (but not exclusive to) accessible facilities; auxiliary aids; room layout, etc. Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company's success, reputation and sustainable growth

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Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.

At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.