Aether Aerospace

Hybrid hydrogen-electric eVTOL for personal aviation

Linux Systems Engineer 1

System AdministrationConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeMcLean, VA, USA$79k - $110k /yr

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in Information Technology or a related field and 0–3 years of experience are required; six years of relevant experience may substitute for a bachelor's degree, or an associate degree plus four years of relevant experience may substitute.
Ability to perform all functional duties independently and assist more senior positions.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Willingness to travel if required.
A DoD 8570-compliant Security+ certification is required.
Ability to support a 24/7 operational mission with shift work, including nights and weekends if required.

Responsibilities

Install, operate, maintain, and dispose of Linux-based IT software, including operating systems, endpoint configuration management, management servers, application servers, and ISR applications, using systems analysis techniques to ensure software fits AF DCGS functional specifications.
Analyze, troubleshoot, resolve problems, and administer systems for AF DCGS Test and Operational Enterprises; resolve difficult and somewhat complex problems.
Apply security patches and operating-system upgrades to maintain the security and integrity of the technical environment.
Assist with new infrastructure projects and ensure the accuracy of documentation for assigned enterprise changes.
Perform daily system checks on Linux assets in the Test and Operational Enterprises to ensure confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Perform system checks and preventative updates.
Configure Yellowdog Update Manager to install and test Linux patches.
Install software as defined by Requests for Change and Time Compliance Technical Orders.
Review and redline configuration files and documentation as required.
Maintain Puppet and Satellite servers to facilitate automated deployment of Linux virtual machines.
Work with original equipment manufacturer engineers to resolve elevated system issues, identify risks, execute remediation procedures, and document fixes by updating procedures and authoring knowledge articles.

Desired Qualifications

Linux+ certification is preferred in addition to the required DoD 8570 certification.

Salary Range: 79020 to 110000 (Currency: USD) (Pay period: per-year-salary)

Start Date: Immediate

JHNA, CTSi, and EXPANSIA have come together to form a Defense Technology platform focused on delivering high-impact technologies, technology-enabled services and advanced manufacturing solutions to the U.S. Department of Defense and related national security customers. Backed by Falfurrias Management Partners, the platform brings together deep domain expertise across Army, Navy, and Air Force and Space Force programs, digital engineering, systems integration, and specialized manufacturing capabilities.

The combined organization operates as a multi-entity aerospace and defense technology and tech-enabled services and manufacturing enterprise positioned for scalable growth, operational excellence, and long-term value creation.

OVERVIEW

Full-time/Permanent Employee

Location: Langley AFB, VA

RESPONSIBILITES

Performs installation, operations and maintenance, and disposal of Linux-based IT software (operating systems, endpoint configuration management, management servers, application servers, ISR applications, etc.) using systems analysis techniques and procedures to ensure fit and function of software to AF DCGS functional specifications

Performs analysis, troubleshooting, and problem resolution and system administration for AF DCGS Test and Operational Enterprises; problems resolved are difficult and somewhat complex

Applies security patches and operating system upgrades to ensure the security and integrity of the technical environment

Assists in new infrastructure projects Ensures accuracy of documentation for assigned enterprise changes

Works under the supervision of more senior personnel

Performs daily system checks on Linux assets in the Test and Operational Enterprises to ensure confidentiality, integrity, and availability

Performs system checks and preventative updates.

Configures Yellowdog Update Manager to install and test Linux patches.

Performs installation of SW as defined by RFCs (Request for Change) and TCTOs (Time Compliance Technical Order).

Reviews and redline configuration files and documentation as required.

Maintains Puppet and Satellite servers to facilitate automated deployment of Linux Virtual Machines (VMs).

Works with OEM engineers to resolve elevated system issues, identify risks and execute remediation procedures and document these fixes by updating procedures and authoring Knowledge articles

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

Clearance:Active TS/SCI
Education and Years of Experience: Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology or a related field and 0-3 years of experience

Substitutions: 6 years of relevant experience may be substituted for a Bachelor’s degree, or an Associate’s degree plus 4 years of relevant experience

Ability to perform all functional duties independently

Responsible for assisting more senior positions

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Willingness to travel if required

8570 Compliant certificate (Security +) is a must

Linux + Certification (Preferred Certification in addition to DoD 8570 certification listed above)

Ability to support a 24/7 operational mission with shift work including nights and weekends if required

Aether Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.

About the Company

Aether Aerospace

Hybrid hydrogen-electric eVTOL for personal aviation

Aether Aerospace is developing a personal eVTOL aircraft called Project Aether that uses a hybrid hydrogen-electric propulsion system and aims to achieve FAA MOSAIC certification. The aircraft uses batteries for hovering and hydrogen fuel cells for cruise, with the cells recharging the batteries in flight, to offer more than 250 miles of range. It features a tandem tilt-wing with eight ducted fans, fly-by-wire controls, and a whole-aircraft ballistic parachute for safety. The company targets two markets: individual owners who can store the aircraft in a two-car garage for about $195,000, and flight centers that would buy fleets of 10–20 aircraft to rent to Sport Pilots, supported by hydrogen fuel, maintenance, and a booking platform, with the goal of bringing a certificated, on-demand personal air vehicle to market and scaling through fleet-based services.

Company size: 11-50
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Not listed
Founded: 2026

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