IT Specialist

Position Overview

We are looking for an IT Specialist to design, build, deploy, and maintain the systems that support an engineering, prototyping, and production aerospace startup. You will manage day-to-day technology operations for our engineering, technician, and operations teams while building the compliant, scalable infrastructure we need as we transition to full-scale engineering and manufacturing.

This is an individual contributor role on a small team at the start of an ambitious 12 to 18 month growth plan. You will work across mixed operating systems, including some proprietary tools. You will both improve what exists today and help set the direction for the company's IT infrastructure going forward.

You will be successful here if you have a high sense of ownership, an eagerness to learn, and a genuine appetite for interesting problems.

Job Details

Role Type: Full-time, Exempt

Compensation: $100,000 - $130,000 annual salary

Location: Onsite in Alameda, CA

Key Responsibilities

Design, secure, and harden our network, and manage it day to day

Build and deploy IT systems that are reliable on day one and straightforward to scale

Provide hands-on IT support and manage the help desk ticket queue

Automate routine IT tasks with scripts in PowerShell and Python

Identify, triage, and remediate issues using logs and other diagnostic data

Implement CMMC and NIST 800-171 compliance initiatives

Own our database and hardware infrastructure, including day-to-day operations and resiliency

Administer and improve our SSO and identity systems

Deploy and manage internal AI tools

Handle user onboarding and offboarding Required Qualifications

Associate's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent work experience

3 to 5+ years in IT support, help desk, or desktop support

Proficiency with Windows, Linux, and virtualization

Experience troubleshooting hardware, software, and peripheral equipment

Advanced understanding of networking fundamentals: DNS, DHCP, VPN, Wi-Fi

Strong problem-solving, communication, and customer service skills

Mission driven, collaborative, and focused on outcomes

Eagerness to learn and grow Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in a regulated environment such as aerospace, defense, or manufacturing

Advanced knowledge of Windows (desktop and server) and Linux (server and workstation)

Corporate networking experience with Cisco or similar, including firewalls, RADIUS, and advanced gateway, router, and switch configuration

Experience deploying, managing, and automating cloud services such as Microsoft GCC High or Amazon Bedrock

Scripting experience beyond PowerShell and Python, such as Go or Bash

Experience building or maintaining high-security enclaves and air-gapped systems. Work on CUI or Secret-rated systems, including SCIFs, is a strong plus

Hands-on experience standing up SSO or other identity and authentication systems

Familiarity with AI tools in a production environment

Experience at an early-stage startup Benefits

Comprehensive health and dental insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and paid sick leave

Equity opportunities

Professional development opportunities

90-day integration period

Equal Employment Opportunity

Longshot Space Technologies Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, physical or mental disability, reproductive health decision making, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need accommodation during the application or interview process, please let us know.

ITAR Compliance

To comply with U.S. Government export regulations, applicants must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), (iii) refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about ITAR here.

At-Will Employment

Employment with Longshot is at-will. This means that either the employee or the company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice.

Who are we?

Longshot Space Technologies is at the cutting edge of low-cost space access and hypersonics. We are developing a novel space launch system that accelerates mass over a long distance. Using our technology, we plan to provide affordable launch services for satellites, cargo, and future space infrastructure. Our mission is to enable a future where humans can reach for the stars.