Systems Administrator

Full Time
Denton, TX
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Job description

Job description

POWERED BY TRUST. At Safran Electrical & Power, we're all about trust: the trust employees place in the Safran Group and the trust customers place in us. We trust our employees to bring bold ideas to build the future of aerospace together, contributing to our ranking by Forbes as the 28th World's Best Employer in 2022. In the role of Systems Administrator, you will assist, inform and alert as related to IT systems in their scope and manage directly all or a part of the a project. If you're looking for the opportunity to apply your talents and demonstrate your enthusiasm for the aerospace industry as we build smarter electrical solutions for a better flight, this could be the position for you!


This position contributes to our vision by:

Administration
 Responsible for the patching of system components (Windows and Linux);
 Supports the Level 2 and Level 3 team members on activities related to BUILD and RUN topics;
 Has global vision of information systems and good knowledge of the company processes;
 Follow and adhere to rules for using the necessary tools, in accordance with company standards;
 Documents, promotes and monitors applications and helps to resolve problems where possible;
 Manages and maintains basic aspects of the technical infrastructures, (servers, virtualization, storage, backup, etc.)
 Monitors resources (servers, virtualization, storage, backup, etc..).

Installation and Testing
 Helps with the physical Installation of the active part of the connections (ESX, servers, storages) and system software;
 Respects the installation, connection ... procedures for hardware and software;
 Performs tests of systems and equipments as defined;

Monitoring
 Understand the impacts on production;
 Alerts the other team members of issues related to alerts in the monitoring and resolves them when possible

Technical Referent
 Supports the L2 and L3 team members related needs associated with 
Stays familiar with infrastructure developments (new hardware, software version, sourcing strategy);
 Stays familiar with changes in the services offered to businesses and internal customers;
 Stays familiar with new services and new features added to the service catalog;

Highlights from our facility:


As the North American headquarters for Safran Electrical & Power, the Denton, Texas facility's diverse team works together to innovate smarter electrical solutions for a better flight. Safran is a champion of the local community and supports programs like United Way, Serve Denton, and the Denton Independent School District, among other local organizations. Safran has won many prestigious awards from our customers, including the Sikorsky Elite Supplier and the Boeing Supplier of the Year. Located in the heart of North Texas, Denton is home to two major universities and a vibrant arts and music community!

Discover Safran through our videos: https://www.safran-group.com/videos/safran-corporate.

Complementary description

Ongoing initiatives, like Women@Safran and our engagement action plans, have helped to create a diverse, inclusive, empowered, people-first, excellence-driven culture, making Safran Electrical & Power a great place to work.

The CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) strategy, Engage for the Future, is based on four pillars: decarbonizing aviation, being an exemplary employer, exemplifying responsible industry, and affirming our commitment to society. In response to the urgent climate challenge, Safran has an ambitious policy to support the transition to carbon-neutral aviation by 2050, involving all of our teams in the solutions. At Safran, we are passionate employees who work together for a sustainable future.

Safran Electrical & Power offers competitive salaries, recognition programs, comprehensive benefits, retirement plans with employer match, corporate university training courses, professional development programs, tuition assistance, hybrid remote work, flexible work scheduling and paid leave. We offer the opportunity for a rich and diverse career across over 300 job fields and international sites while our teams work to continuously develop their skills.

Job requirements

Safran Electrical & Power looks for service-oriented team players with strong interpersonal skills, the right attitude and adaptability to an innovative and evolving environment.

Education and/or Experience
 Requires technical diploma in related fields
 Requires 2-3 years experience – hardware and software troubleshooting and support.
 Prefers basic to advanced Windows and Linux OS knowledge 
Prefers 5 years in hardware and software maintenance, troubleshoot and support.
Knowledge/Skills
 Data Storage Solutions knowledge and administration – Basic knowledge)
 Server/Storage hardware familiarity – Expert (Dell, IBM, HP, EMC, NetApp hardware – required)
 Citrix App and Desktop Virtualization concepts – Basic knowledge
 General Systems Administration – Basic knowledge
 Windows Server Concepts – Basic knowledge 
Excellent verbal and written communication skils – Advanced (English)
 Knowledge of the ITIL Process (Service, Risk, Security, and Governance management) – Basic knowledge

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations 
ITIL 4 Foundation – preferred
CompTIA A+ – preferred

Across all team members, we are looking for the following attributes:
  • Team oriented
  • Process focused
  • Open & honest communication
  • Quality minded
  • Ability to persevere and honor commitments
  • Recognizes success
  • Executes with urgency
  • Creates solutions
  • Customer focused in everything we do

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities and qualifications may vary based on assignment or group. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.

Safran Electrical & Power is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. To verify the information in the job listing or if you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail austin.lee@safrangroup.com or call: 972-272-5606. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

Candidates for positions with Safran Electrical & Power must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire.

Specificity of the job

Up to 5%


Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 83,000 employees and sales of 19 billion euros in 2022 and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets. Safran undertakes research and development programs to maintain the environmental priorities of its R&T and innovation roadmap.
Safran ranks among Forbes magazine's Top 30 best employers in the world.

Safran Electrical & Power is one of the world's leaders in aircraft electrical systems. The company is a key player in the equipment electrification and in the electric and hybrid propulsion sector. It has 11,500 employees across 13 different countries.


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