About Varda
Low Earth orbit is open for business. Varda is accelerating the development of commercial space infrastructure, from in-orbit pharmaceutical processing to reliable and economical reentry capsules.
From life-saving pharmaceuticals to more powerful fiber optics, there is a world of products used on Earth today that can only be manufactured in space. Varda is accelerating innovation in the orbital economy by creating both the products and infrastructure needed so space can directly benefit life on Earth. Our mission is to expand the economic bounds of humankind.
Our team is uniquely suited to accomplishing this goal, with leadership and staff comprised of veterans from SpaceX, Blue Origin, major pharmaceutical companies and Silicon Valley. Varda was founded in January 2021 by Will Bruey and Delian Asparouhov with significant backing from world class investors including Khosla Ventures, Lux Capital, Founders Fund, Caffeinated Capital, General Catalyst, and Also Capital.
Varda is headquartered in El Segundo, California, where we have offices and a production facility where our vehicles, equipment, and materials are built, integrated, and tested. Varda also has offices in Washington, DC and Huntsville, AL (coming soon).
Join Varda, and work to create a bustling in-space ecosystem.
About This Role
Varda is forging a new path in the space economy and needs help making sure its internal IT systems enable the team to move quickly and execute his/her work as effectively as possible. As a member of the IT team, you will play a key role in supporting the company's growth while helping to define and improve IT operations at Varda. This is a hands-on position supporting day-to-day technical needs across engineering, manufacturing, and mission operations teams.
Responsibilities
* This is a full-time, onsite role, serving as the first point of contact for IT support requests.
* Implement and maintain information systems in multiple locations whether on or off premise.
* Troubleshoot and resolve technology issues impacting business continuity in a timely manner.
* Support multiple growing teams of engineers working on spacecraft, manufacturing hardware and ground systems.
* Enforce and support company IT policies, security standards, and best practices.
* Participate in an on-call rotation for after-hours coverage and weekend support may be required.
Requirements
* 1-3 years of experience setting up networks and systems in a small to mid-size company.
* Experience managing, documenting, and troubleshooting IT networks.
* Experience troubleshooting and supporting Linux, macOS and Windows servers and clients.
* U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident of the U.S. (required to comply with U.S Government export regulations under ITAR
* Familiarity with asset and vendor management.
Preferred Skills And Experience
* Experience with core networking protocols and technologies. (e.g., TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS)
* Industry standard certifications such as Network+, MCSA, AWS Foundational, Azure Fundamentals or other entry-level cert a plus
* Familiarity with at least one scripting language (e.g., Python/Powershell/Ruby/Perl/Bash )
* Familiarity with AV and conference room equipment a plus.
* Understanding of configuration management, source control and technologies that support them.
ITAR Requirements
* Varda, like all employers, must ensure that its employees working in the United States are lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. Additionally, our employees are exposed to and have access to certain export-controlled items. At present, some of our technology to which employees have access requires a license to be exported to individuals other than "U.S. Persons" as defined in U.S. export regulations. Because our employees are provided access to export-controlled items, our current policy is to only hire "U.S. persons" who are permitted to have access to our technology without an export license.
"US person" means: U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident, or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) (i.e., individual admitted to the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum in the U.S.)
Learn more about the ITAR here.
Benefits
* Exciting team of professionals at the top of their field working by your side
* Equity in a fully funded space startup with potential for significant growth (interns excluded)
* 401(k) matching (interns excluded)
* Unlimited PTO (interns excluded)
* Health insurance, including Vision and Dental
* Lunch and snacks provided on site every day. Dinners provided twice a week.
* Maternity / Paternity leave (interns excluded)
Varda Space Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Candidates and employees are always evaluated based on merit, qualifications, and performance. We will never discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, martial status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.
E-Verify Statement
Varda Space Industries, Inc. participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program. The E-Verify program is an Internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Learn more about the E-Verify program.
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