# IT Specialist at Longshot

- Company: Longshot
- What the company does: Who are we? Longshot Space Technologies is at the cutting edge of low-cost space access and hypersonics. We are developing a novel space launch system that accelerates mass over a long distance. Backed by South Park Commons.
- Company website: https://longshotspace.com
- Type: Startups
- Level: Mid level
- Location: Alameda, CA
- Work setup: On-site
- Pay: $100K to $130K base salary per year (USD)
- Posted: 2026-08-25
- Apply by: 2026-10-09
- Apply: https://ats.rippling.com/longshot/jobs/0f545a8f-949c-4f07-90a2-e887897ed308
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/longshot-it-specialist/

## About the role

We are looking for an IT Specialist to design, build, deploy, and maintain the systems that support an engineering, prototyping, and production aerospace startup. You will manage day-to-day technology operations for our engineering, technician, and operations teams while building the compliant, scalable infrastructure we need as we transition to full-scale engineering and manufacturing.

## What they're looking for

- Experience in a regulated environment such as aerospace, defense, or manufacturing
- Advanced knowledge of Windows (desktop and server) and Linux (server and workstation)
- Corporate networking experience with Cisco or similar, including firewalls, RADIUS, and advanced gateway, router, and switch configuration
- Experience deploying, managing, and automating cloud services such as Microsoft GCC High or Amazon Bedrock
- Scripting experience beyond PowerShell and Python, such as Go or Bash
- Experience building or maintaining high-security enclaves and air-gapped systems. Work on CUI or Secret-rated systems, including SCIFs, is a strong plus

Tags: Operations