IT System Engineer

h3About Aerospacelab /h3 pOur mission is supported by an ambitious vertically integrated approach: design manufacture of small satellites combined with development of earth observation services. /p pSince its creation in 2018, the company has already grown substantially. Our team gathers more than 25 engineering expertise, from hardware design to software development data science. /p pIn 2026, Aerospacelab counts offices in Louvain-la-Neuve (Belgium), Toulouse (France), Lausanne (Switzerland) and US West Coast with more than 450 full-time employees, with the ambition to position itself as the European leader in small satellites. /p h3Role overview /h3 pWe’re seeking an experienced systems administrator who’s eager to use and grow his or her technological skills on a worldwide stage. In this role, the successful individual will protect our critical information, systems, and assets, build solutions, implement new software and hardware, provide training, and assist in the development of an overall IT strategy. From early on, you’ll help empower our breakthrough innovations, be given challenging assignments, lead initiatives, and take ownership and responsibility. Our ideal candidate will be passionate about applying their skills to technology-based business model that creates real-world solutions for the world. /p h3Duties /h3 ul liResponsible for the maintenance, configuration, and reliable operation of computer systems, network servers, and virtualization /li liInstall and upgrade computer components and software, manage virtual servers, and integrate automation processes /li liTroubleshoot hardware and software errors by running diagnostics, documenting problems and resolutions, prioritizing problems, and assessing impact of issues /li liProvide documentation and technical specifications to IT staff for planning and implementing new or upgrades of IT infrastructure /li liPerform or delegate regular backup operations and implement appropriate processes for data protection, disaster recovery, and failover procedures /li liLead desktop and helpdesk support efforts, making sure all desktop applications, workstations, and related equipment problems are resolved in a timely manner with limited disruptions /li liResponsible for capacity, storage planning, and database performance /li /ul h3Must have /h3 ul liBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. /li liSystem administration and IT certifications in Linux, Microsoft, or other network related fields are a plus /li liWorking knowledge of virtualization about VMware /li liStrong knowledge of systems and networking software, hardware, and networking protocols /li liExperience with scripting and automation tools /li liA proven track record of developing and implementing IT strategy and plans /li liStrong knowledge of implementing and effectively developing helpdesk and IT operations best practices, including expert knowledge of security, storage, data protection, and disaster recovery protocols /li /ul h3Technical skills /h3 ul liGeneral IT knowledge /li liKnowledge and understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP /li liKnowledge of O365, (azure)Active Directory /li liKnowledge of VMware vSAN /li liKnowledge of Veeam Backup /li liKnowledge of Windows Server /li liKnowledge of Firewalls, routing, wifi systems /li liExcellent troubleshooting skills /li liPowershell knowledge /li liIntune knowledge /li liKnowledge of French and English /li /ul