Power the Systems Behind Global Aviation as a Systems Engineer

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leader in the aerospace industry to hire a Systems Engineer (Linux Systems Administrator) in Annapolis, MD. If you are passionate about Linux infrastructure, thrive in fast-paced environments, and want your work to directly impact millions of aviation passengers worldwide, this is your opportunity to make a difference.

Your Impact

As a Systems Engineer supporting Connected Aviation Solutions, you will help power a global messaging network that serves over 1,500 aviation customers and transmits more than 75 million messages per day. Your expertise will ensure the reliability, security, and performance of mission-critical systems that keep the aviation industry moving safely and efficiently.

This is a full-time, 6-month consultant opportunity with a hybrid schedule (4 days onsite, 1 remote) based in Annapolis, MD. Pay ranges from $50.21 to $56.51 per hour.

What You’ll Do

In this role, you will:

• Sustain and maintain core Linux servers within a bare metal infrastructure environment

• Administer system-level procedures including patch management, certificate management, redundancy management, and service layer applications

• Install, configure, test, upgrade, and support system software

• Perform automated and manual backup and recovery processes

• Monitor systems, troubleshoot hardware/software/connectivity issues, and contribute to Root Cause Analysis (RCA)

• Optimize system configurations to enhance performance and enforce security best practices

• Collaborate with developers to support containerization initiatives and continuous integration efforts

• Deploy new systems across multiple data centers, including racking and cabling equipment (must be able to lift up to 40 lbs.)

• Support global data center operations and occasional off-hours tasks or meetings

• Help transition customers to next-generation platforms and services

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM and minimum 3 years of relevant experience; OR Advanced Degree with 2 years of experience; OR 7 years of relevant experience without a degree

• Strong experience with Linux CLI, debugging tools, and network stack

• Hands-on administration of multiple Linux distributions (RHEL, Ubuntu)

• Working knowledge of core networking concepts including subnetting, firewalls, and routing

• Experience troubleshooting hardware, software, and connectivity issues

• Ability to create shell scripts and utility programs

• Strong ability to multitask, prioritize, and meet competing deadlines

• Comfortable working independently within international, cross-functional teams

• This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.                                               
   

• Ability to support a hybrid schedule (primarily onsite in Annapolis, MD)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with IBM MQ

• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and containerization

• Familiarity with storage appliances (TrueNAS, FreeNAS) and NAS/iSCSI protocols

• Experience with Solaris and ZFS

• Experience using configuration management systems (Git preferred)

• Ability to participate in a 24x7 rotating on-call schedule

• Willingness to travel occasionally (less than 20 days per year)

Note: Backgrounds strictly focused on Database Administration, Networking Administration, or Windows Administration are not transferable for this role.

Why Join Us

At PDS Tech Commercial, we connect top engineering talent with innovative aerospace leaders shaping the future of aviation. In this role, you will:

• Contribute to systems that directly impact global air travel

• Work on large-scale, high-availability infrastructure supporting millions of daily aviation transactions

• Gain exposure to advanced Linux environments, messaging systems, and next-generation platform deployments

• Collaborate with ambitious, highly skilled teams in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment

• Build valuable experience within one of the most critical sectors in global transportation

This is more than a systems role — it’s an opportunity to support technology that keeps the world connected.

Ready to Elevate Your Career?

If you’re a driven Linux professional ready to support mission-critical aviation systems and grow within a dynamic aerospace environment, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and help power the infrastructure behind global aviation.

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