System Administrator

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.

The System Administrator will handle the day-to-day operation, maintenance, and support of Space Kinetic’s IT environment. This role combines traditional system administration with hands‑on networking responsibilities and a strong awareness of cybersecurity best practices. The administrator will work closely with the Director of IT and support all internal users.

• Provide daily technical support for Windows, Linux, and cloud-based systems.
• Administer servers, endpoints, virtualization environments, and cloud services.
• Manage user accounts, permissions, MFA systems, and onboarding/offboarding processes.
• Perform routine system monitoring, patching, backups, and hardware maintenance.
• Support networking tasks including:
• Configuring switches, access points, VLANs
• Troubleshooting connectivity issues
• Maintaining network diagrams and documentation
• Assist in enforcing cybersecurity policies and secure configurations.
• Support the review of firewall alerts, endpoint alerts, and system logs.
• Document system configurations, procedures, and workflows.
• Collaborate with compliance staff on technical security control implementation.

• Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in cybersecurity, networking, information systems, or related field or equivalent experience. Graduates from CAE-CD (NSA/CISA) designated programs are encouraged to apply.
• 2–5 years of experience in system administration, IT support, or network administration.
• Strong understanding of Windows Server, Intune, and common enterprise tools.
• Experience managing switches, firewalls, and access points.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity best practices and basic threat/risk concepts.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve issues independently and communicate clearly with users.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, work independently, and adapt to changing needs
• Ability to work with minimal direction or support and to learn quickly; strong analytical skills; creative and innovative thinking; detail-oriented; calm under pressure; commitment to follow-through; enthusiastic with a talent for motivating others; receptive to criticism and open to others' ideas; and effective in written communication.
• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder).

• Experience with NIST 800-171 or CMMC-related environments.
• Knowledge of virtualization (VMware, Hyper‑V, Proxmox) or cloud services.
• Scripting ability (Power Shell, Python, Bash).

• The position will be on site at our headquarters in El Segundo, CA.

• Equity-Based Compensation
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 3.5% company match
• Highly Competitive PTO
• Paid company holidays + winter break
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Unique…