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By treating manufacturing as a single integrated system, we unlock a new era of innovation where complex hardware is designed, built, and scaled without limits.\nWe are looking for an early-career IT As a Junior System Administrator at Freeform. In this role, you will keep the systems that power our factory, engineering teams, and business operations running every day. The work spans helpdesk support, on-premise infrastructure, endpoint management, and networking: bare metal servers, virtualization platforms, storage, and the network fabric that connects them. You will also be the first line of support for the people who depend on those systems. The ideal candidate has a “no job too big or small mentality”, learns fast, treats security as a default, and wants to own more of our IT infrastructure as the company grows. \n\nResponsibilities: \nProvide day-to-day helpdesk and desktop support across Windows and Linux environments \nDeploy, maintain, and troubleshoot on-premise infrastructure, including bare metal servers, virtualization platforms, and SAN storage \nAdminister and support core identity services, including Active Directory and Azure AD / Entra ID \nManage endpoints across the company using Intune, including application packaging, configuration profiles, and Group Policy (GPOs) \nSupport and troubleshoot LAN and WiFi networking, including switching, cabling, wireless access points, and connectivity issues \nApply a security-first mindset to all work: patching, hardening, access control, and safe handling of accounts and data \nSet up, support, and troubleshoot AV and video conferencing systems across conference rooms and shared spaces \nOnboard and offboard employees, including account provisioning, hardware setup, and access management \nMaintain inventories of IT assets and licenses, covering hardware, software, and license assignments from purchase to retirement \nDocument systems, network topology, workflows, procedures, and fixes to build out and maintain the IT knowledge base \nWork with senior IT staff on larger infrastructure projects and take on more scope over time \nBasic Qualifications: \n3+ years of experience in a system administration role \nHands-on exposure to on-premise infrastructure: bare metal servers, virtualization, SAN storage, and networking \nSolid understanding of networking fundamentals, including LAN and WiFi \nExperience administering Windows systems and working familiarity with Linux \nExperience with Active Directory and Azure AD / Entra ID \nFamiliarity with endpoint management (Intune, application packaging, GPOs) \nExperience setting up and troubleshooting AV and video conferencing systems \nNice to Have: \nExperience with Kubernetes (k8s) \nFamiliarity with configuration management and infrastructure automation tools such as Ansible or PowerShell DSC \nExperience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) \nFamiliarity with monitoring stacks such as Grafana and Prometheus \nAbility to write basic scripts (Python, Bash, or PowerShell) to automate routine tasks \nExperience supporting Siemens Teamcenter \nExperience working in an engineering environment, including supporting engineering applications and development tools (CAD packages, MATLAB, Visual Studio, etc.) \nFamiliarity with CMMC and NIST 800-171 compliance requirements \nAbility to operate a scissor lift for racking equipment and running cable \nStrong documentation habits: tracking assets and licenses, writing runbooks and procedures, and keeping records current as systems change \nSecurity-first mindset in daily operations and system administration \nAdditional Requirements: \nAbility to lift 50+ lbs., climb ladders, and work at height \nAbility to operate a scissor lift for racking equipment and running cable \nWillingness to participate in an on-call rotation \nWillingness to work occasional weekends to support maintenance windows and critical operations \nLocation: \nBased in Hawthorne, our vertically integrated facility brings technology development, R&D, and production together under one roof. We operate at the center of LA's deep tech ecosystem, surrounded by some of the most ambitious hardware innovation happening anywhere in the country. \nOur fast-paced, cross-functional environment is built on close collaboration, and as such, this role requires full-time onsite presence (five days a week), with very limited exceptions. \nWhy Freeform? \nWe have an inclusive and diverse culture that values collaboration, learning, and making deliberate data-driven decisions\nWe offer a unique opportunity to be an early and integral member of a rapidly growing company that is scaling a world-changing technology\nBenefits Significant stock option packages \n100% employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (premium PPO and HMO options) \nLife insurance \nTraditional and Roth 401(k) \nPaid vacation, sick leave, and company holidays \nGenerous Paid Parental Leave and extended transition back to work for the birthing parent \nFree daily catered lunch and dinner, and fully stocked kitchenette \nCasual dress, flexible work hours, and regular catered team building events \n\nCompensation As an early-stage startup, the salary range is intentionally wide as we determine the most appropriate package for each individual taking into consideration years of experience, educational background, and unique skills and abilities as demonstrated throughout the interview process. Our intent is to offer a salary that is commensurate for the company’s current stage of development and allows the employee to grow and develop within a role. \nIn addition to the significant stock option package, the estimated salary range for this role is $80,000 - $100,000 per year. 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