OT Systems Administrator
BAE Systems · Kingsport, TN · Engineering & Technology
mid
operations
Systems Engineer
ic
· Posted Apr 23, 2026
$96,623 – $164,259
USD per year
About this role
BAE Systems is hiring a mid-level Systems Engineer in the operations function based in Kingsport, TN. The posting calls out experience with SQL, VMware, Networking, Security. Compensation is listed at $96,623–$164,259 per year.
- Role
- Systems Engineer
- Function
- operations
- Level
- mid
- Track
- Individual contributor
- Employment
- Full-time
- Location
- Kingsport, TN
- Department
- Engineering & Technology
- Posted
- Apr 23, 2026
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Job description
from BAE Systems careersJob Description
BAE Systems, one of the world’s leading defense contractors, is hiring a Principal Industrial Controls / Operational Technology (OT) System Administrator to support the Holston Army Ammunition Plant ( HSAAP) in Northeast Tennessee.
We are looking to hire an experienced OT Systems Administrator to help develop, manage, and maintain our company’s Operational Technology (Process Controls) computer systems. The individual will work alongside the Holston control systems support team to support continuous operations and modernization projects for the manufacturing facility. Ability to support a 24/7 operation with after hours on-call support included. This role requires regular presence in a manufacturing or fabrication environment. The incumbent must be able to access and safely navigate production areas which may include climbing, kneeling, stooping, and working in confined spaces. Must also be able to comply with all requirements including the use of required personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with company policy.
OT Systems Administrator Responsibilities:
- Install, maintain and troubleshoot Windows-based OT computer systems, servers, and software
- Work closely with manufacturing to maintain continuous operations and to identify future needs/improvements
- Support modernization projects by specifying, designing, and implementing computer/server solutions
- Integrate modern security solutions with existing control systems and computers/servers
- Assist Cybersecurity team with incident response and investigation
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