Sr. Systems Administrator (2025 071)

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Sr. Systems Administrator (2025-071)

Astronics Subsidiary Astronics Advanced Electronic Systems (AES)

Location Kirkland, WA

Description
**Astronics Advanced Electrical Systems** (AES) is seeking a **_Sr. Systems Administrator_** to join our cohesive team of IT professionals in **Kirkland, WA** .

This position offers flexibility to work from home with occasional time in the office depending on project needs.

If youare passionate about making an impact with a forward-thinking company that stays at the forefront of the latest technologies in the aircraft industry-and has been **recognized as one of Washington's Best Places to Work for 16 consecutive years - please read on!**

**JOB SUMMARY**

The Sr. Systems Administrator, under limited supervision, is responsible for the planning, design, installation, maintenance, and management of business systems infrastructure systems.

A Sr. Systems Administrator must possess a substantial level of understanding in computing systems, communications, security protocols, and related hardware/software and overall technology.

Duties include documenting system requirements, formulating scope, defining objectives, and creating system specifications that drive system configuration and implementation.

**DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES**

+ Overall responsibility to maintain and provide trouble shooting support for the business systems.
+ Provide expert support to business systems database environment.
+ User administration for Astronics applications.
+ Provides support to helpdesk, business system staff or less experienced systems administrators.
+ Analyze complex business needs presented by the users and recommends and/or implements technical solutions in line with existing solutions.
+ Promote code changes to live systems using a Source Code Management application.
+ Develop and maintain all backup procedures and records for all property data and systems.
+ Develop and maintain standards and procedures for system security for all applicable systems to minimize potential exposure/risk.
+ Ensure that all use of IT resources conform to all Federal and state laws and that all software is legally owned by or licensed to the business.
+ Assist in documentation of standards and methods.
+ Meet the attendance guidelines of the job and adhere to departmental and company policies.
+ Must complete all required Astronics Training programs within a set time frame.
+ Duties, responsibilities, requirements, and expectations pertaining to this job are subject to change as needed.

**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS**

**Education/Experience:**

+ Bachelor's degree from accredited institution or equivalent relevant experience in a manufacturing environment.
+ 4 or more years of systems administrator experience.
+ Experience with SQL Server Database Management
+ Demonstrated experience in the design, planning and execution of technology infrastructures preferred.
+ Experience with Data Warehouses, Azure Data Services, Power BI and SSRS administration
+ Excellent knowledge of Windows & SQL database backups, recovery, optimization, and security.
+ Experience in TSQL and PowerShell is required.
+ Experience in Source Code Management Systems is required.
+ Experience in change management highly desired.
+ Experience with implementation of information technology on a departmental and/or corporate level highly desired
+ Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with vendors, clients and business partners desired.

**EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS**

+ As a US Department of Defense Contractor, Astronics is bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

**Must be a US Person under ITAR to be eligible** .
+ An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a pre-employment background screen and **drug test which includes screening for the use of cannabis** .

**Salary range for this position is $94,208 - $141,313 per year** .

Mid-point for the range is $117,760.

At Astronics AES, it is more typical for an individual to be hired closer to the mid-point than near the top of the range.

Several job-related and non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to experience in comparable roles, skill sets, training, education, licensure or certifications, other qualifications, market conditions and business needs influence actual salary offered.

At Astronics AES, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range.

**Astronics AES offers a competitive benefits package including:**

+ **Stay Healthy** – Health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, FSA, HSA, as well as voluntary life/AD&D, voluntary critical illness, accident prevention and hospital indemnity
+ **Save for the Future** – 401K & Employee Stock Purchase Plan
+ **Find Balance** – Employee Assistance Program, work/life balance culture
+ **Time for You** – Generous Paid Time Off, starting at 120 hours, plus 12 Paid Holidays

Position Requirements
_As above_

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

About the Organization Astronics Corporation (Nasdaq: ATRO) serves the world's aerospace, defense, and other mission critical industries with proven, innovative technology solutions.

Astronics works side-by-side with customers, integrating its array of power, connectivity, lighting, structures, interiors, and test technologies to solve complex challenges.

For 50 years, Astronics has delivered creative, customer-focused solutions with exceptional responsiveness.

Today, global airframe manufacturers, airlines, military branches, completion centers, and Fortune 500 companies rely on the collaborative spirit and innovation of Astronics.

We offer our breadth of technology solutions and services through 11 subsidiary business units and numerous award-winning product brands.

Serving our customers is our first priority, and every day we honor this mission with quality, partnership, and energetic global vision.

EOE Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

This position is currently accepting applications.

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