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Systems Engineer

Venus Aerospace
401(k), stock options
United States, Texas, Houston
12577 Blume Avenue (Show on map)
Feb 21, 2026
Who We Are:
Venus Aerospace is revolutionizing rocket engine propulsion. With the first generational leap in rocket engine technology since Apollo, our proprietary Rotating Detonation Rocket Engine and Venus Detonation Ramjets deliver historic efficiency and performance across aerospace applications. We are building the next generation of propulsion platforms that enable breakthrough capabilities in space, defense, and commercial high-speed flight. Our team thrives on solving the toughest engineering challenges and pushing the boundaries of what's possible in aerospace. At Venus, we're looking for bold engineers and innovators who want to make history and redefine the future of propulsion.
The Role: Systems Engineer
As a Systems Engineer at Venus Aerospace, you will be part of the team building and scaling the enterprise infrastructure that powers our engineering, manufacturing, and mission-critical operations. In close collaboration with IT, security, and engineering partners, you will help design, deploy, secure, and maintain our on-premises and cloud environments to ensure reliability, resilience, and performance across the organization.
This role is central to operational excellence. You will contribute to the architecture and support of secure systems across Windows and Linux platforms, virtualization environments, identity services, and core IT infrastructure. Success in this position requires strong technical depth, sound engineering judgment, and the ability to operate confidently in regulated environments where security and uptime are critical.
If you're motivated by working alongside a high-performing team to build robust, scalable systems that enable real-world hardware development and mission execution, you'll thrive in this role.
What You'll Get To Do
    • Infrastructure & Systems Management: Deploy andmaintainvirtualization platforms,serveroperatingsystems,and user facing systems. Manage server hardware, storage platforms, and virtual machine environments. Ensure availability, performance, and reliability of infrastructure systems.
    • Identity, Access,& Core Services: DNS, DHCP, Group Policy,Certificate Services/PKI,and domain services. ManageIDP solutionssuch asActive Directory, EntraID, and OktatosupportSSO,Identityfederation, andauthenticationprotocols (SAML, OAuth/OIDC,FIDO). Support physical AccessControl and monitoring solutions.
    • Cloud & Collaboration Platforms: Support Microsoft 365 / Office 365 services (Exchange Online, OneDrive, SharePoint, Teams). Administer Azure tenant services and hybrid cloud integrations. Support productivity, automation, and collaboration tools.
    • Automation, Scripting & DevOps: Automate routine or complex tasks usingPowerShell, Python,bash, or other relevant languages. Implement Infrastructure-as-Code using Ansible. Manage source control repositories and support CI/CD and DevOps workflows where applicable.
    • Security, Compliance & Reliability: Apply security best practices for servers, networks, and identity platforms. Monitor vulnerabilities, security incidents, and compliance requirements. Support audits, regulatory requirements, and disaster recovery planning. Implement and maintain backup, failover, and recovery solutions.
    • Documentation & Knowledge Management: Maintain detailed documentation, runbooks, SOPs, and system diagrams. Convert ad-hoc processes into standardized, repeatable procedures. Provide reporting on performance, incidents, and compliance metrics.
    • Collaboration & Leadership: Partner with engineering, operations, security, and business teams. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior staff. Contribute toinfrastructure planning and modernization projects.
What You Have
    • 2+years of experience in systems engineering,IT help desk orcomparable technical support, or systems administration
    • Experience with Windowsand LinuxOperating systems
    • Proficiency with PowerShell, Bash,and/or Python scripting
    • Solid understanding of networking fundamentals (IPv4, DNS, DHCP)
    • Experience with Microsoft 365 and Azure environments
    • Hands-on experience supporting production environments
    • Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills
    • Ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environments
What Will Set You Apart
    • Experience with one or more of the following technologies: Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC), containerization platforms, SAN/NAS and clustered storage solutions, endpoint management systems, enterprise backup platforms, and VMware Cloud Foundation.
    • Knowledge ofSystems Engineering principles such as requirements gathering, requirementsdecomposition, and change management
    • Experience deploying and managingengineering software(CAD/CAM, Analysis, Simulation and Modeling Tools)
    • Knowledge ofcomputer hardwareand peripherals, power distribution, and environmental management
    • Knowledge ofpackaging and deploying software for large scale deployments
    • ExperiencewithSIEM and other monitoring tools
    • Experience in regulated, government, financial, healthcare, or aerospace environments
    • Security certifications (Security+, equivalent) or security-focused experience
    • Industry certifications (Microsoft, VMware, Linux Foundation)
    • Exposure to DevOps and CI/CD pipelines
    • Experience in high-availability or mission-critical environments
    • A strong desire to learn and experiment, with the ability to translatelearnedlessonsfrom a lab to a production environment
Location:
On-site in Houston, TX
Benefits:
Venus Aerospace employee benefits include a 401(k) plan, stock options, and medical benefits, including dental and vision. We have a flex-Friday flexible schedule, unlimited PTO, and receive professional development opportunities.
About Venus Aerospace
By enabling one hour global travel, Venus Aerospace is transforming the world and our access to it. We're building a spaceplane with a low carbon footprint that will enable one-hour global travel. We are a diverse, veteran team with extreme experience in successful new space, commercial, R&D, and government/military programs.
We are looking for incredible, motivated, enthusiastic people that want to build a world-changing culture and organization. You will be helping Venus grow and develop, so flexibility and a sense of adventure is quintessential. We are looking for all-around AWESOME people to help us grow.
We've done the professional grind, and we've got a better approach. We take "Home for Dinner" seriously - we want you to work for us and be "home for dinner". Family is important and we don't want you to miss out on what matters most. If that appeals to you, we'd love to connect!
ITAR Requirements
This position involves access to technology that is subject to U.S. export controls. Any job offer made will be contingent upon the applicant's capacity to serve in compliance with U.S. export controls. To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be able to meet ITAR requirements (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State). You can learn more about ITAR here .
Venus Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation, please email [emailprotected] or call (281) 203-0027.This email and phone number were created exclusively to assist job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Messages or any other purposes, such as following up on an application, third party staffing agencies, website technical issues, or any other issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response. Messages will be returned within five business days.
For additional information about our Equal Opportunity Employment Policy, please visit our EEOP page .
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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