System Administrator; JCATS

Position Summary

You will ensure the reliability, security, and tactical readiness of JCATS-based simulation systems and underlying infrastructure, supporting military training and exercises. The role blends system administration, cybersecurity, user support, and continual system enhancement to meet evolving training requirements.

• System Operations & Maintenance
  • Administer, configure, and maintain JCATS and associated simulation platforms on Linux (RHEL) and Windows environments
  • Deploy and track updates, patches, and IAVAs to ensure system integrity and performance
  • Monitor server and network performance; respond to faults, conduct troubleshooting and restoration
• Infrastructure & Networking
  • Integrate cross-platform simulation environments (e.g. JCATS, VBS3, LOTS) ensuring consistency across federated systems
  • Implement STIGs, RMF/DIACAP frameworks, ACAS scans, and POA&M documentation
• Database & Terrain Management
  • Build and manage JCATS terrain and scenario databases
  • Ensure accuracy of force data, overlays, and scenario modeling
• User Support & Collaboration
  • Author and update SOPs, configuration guides, AAR input, and system documentation
  • Coordinate with operators and cross-functional teams to validate system readiness and incorporate feedback

• Education & Clearance
  • Bachelor degree (CS, Engineering) or equivalent; years administering JCATS or similar systems
  • U.S. citizenship with active DoD Secret clearance
  • Security Clearance:
    Active DoD Secret
  • Travel:
    Up to 20%, including overseas and austere environments
• Technical Skills
  • Expert-level Linux (RHEL)
  • Terrain and scenario building for battlefield simulations
• Professional Skills
  • Proven troubleshooting and root-cause analysis in high-pressure environments
  • Skilled in technical writing and maintaining SOPs
  • Strong organization, multitasking, and time-management
  • Excellent communicator and collaborative mindset
  • Experience managing classified systems and sensitive data

• Certifications (Preferable)
  • CompTIA Security+ or higher

Secret

The salary range for this role is:

$107,370 - $152,250

Aero Vironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to location, role and responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.

ITAR Requirement: This position requires access to information subject to ITAR and/or EAR compliance. Applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under ITAR/EAR or be able to obtain an export license. A “U.S. person” is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

Benefits
: AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit:

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Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.

Based in California, Aero Vironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Founded in 1971 by Dr. Paul Mac Cready, we’ve been at the leading edge of technical innovation for more than 45 years. Be a part of the team that developed the world’s most widely used military drones and created the first submarine-launched reconnaissance drone, and has seven innovative vehicles that are part of the Smithsonian Institution’s permanent collection in Washington, DC.

Join us today in developing the next generation of small UAS and tactical missile systems that will deliver more actionable intelligence to our customers so they can proceed with certainty – and succeed.

What We Do

Aero Vironment designs, develops, produces, and supports an advanced portfolio of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense and allied military services use the company’s hand-launched UAS to provide situational awareness to tactical operating units through real-time, airborne reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. Aero Vironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.

ITAR

U.S. Citizenship is required. Secret or Top Secret clearance, or the ability obtain a clearance is desired.