(HPC) Systems Engineer - DEFENSE LOCATION: Littleton, CO PAY RATE: $108/hour (NOOT) We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client. Job Details: Job Type: Contract (12 months with potential for extension) Schedule: 5/40 - 1st Shift Clearance: Active Secret clearance required to start Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna) Perks: Bonus potential Priority access via Tier 1 supplier Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S. Qualifying Questions: Are you a U.S. person as defined under ITAR regulations? Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role? Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary? Summary: Administer, install, configure, maintain, upgrade, and retire Linux-based systems (RHEL/ Cent. OS) Support production infrastructure, including networking, storage, compute, monitoring, and system lifecycle management Provide technical support and problem resolution for HPC environments Manage and support parallel and distributed file systems (e.g., Lustre, GPFS) Support high-speed interconnects such as Infini. Band and Omni-Path Administer HPC batch scheduling systems (e.g., PBS - Pro, SLURM) Support Panasas/ Vdura storage systems Implement security controls, system hardening, and compliance requirements Create and maintain technical documentation and operational procedures Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities Collaborate across teams and organizational boundaries to support mission objectives Requirements: Active Secret clearance required to start Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field 3 years of hands-on experience with Linux system administration (RHEL, Cent. OS) Experience supporting production infrastructure (networking, storage, compute, monitoring) Experience with HPC technologies, including: Parallel/distributed file systems (Lustre, GPFS) High-speed interconnects (Infini. Band, Omni-Path) Batch schedulers (PBS - Pro, SLURM) Experience supporting Panasas/ Vdura storage Strong technical writing and documentation skills Demonstrated ability to work across teams and organizations Self-starter with a focus on continuous improvement Ability to build effective relationships with technical teams and SMEs Security certification required Must be a U.S. Citizen (as defined by ITAR). Desired Skills: Strong IT skills in infrastructure, applications, and system hardening Experience implementing security controls in global environments Experience installing and compiling vendor and open-source software Experience supporting cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP, etc.) Scripting and automation experience (PowerShell, Ansible, Python, etc.) Experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7/8/9 RHCSA certification a plus About Us: The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles. As trusted partners to major aerospace OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with opportunities to grow and excel in the aviation and aerospace industries. Eligibility Requirements: Must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S. C. 1324 b(a)(3) to comply with ITAR regulations. Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense Take your career to new heights - apply today!