IT Systems Engineer III

Crane Aerospace & Electronics is seeking an IT Systems Engineer III to join our high performing team of Information Technology professionals based in Lynnwood WA.

About Crane:

Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. You'll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS).

Located in the epicenter of United States aviation manufacturing, our Crane Aerospace & Electronics Lynnwood, Wash., facility delivers industry-leading aerospace & defense power and fluid solutions. Our products are rugged enough to fly 5 billion miles from Earth on NASA's New Horizons spacecraft and innovative enough to be featured on Eviation's Alice all-electric aircraft. You'll join a group of aerospace professionals committed to engineering excellence and work in a community tucked between the idyllic Puget Sound and Cascade Mountains. Start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics

Job Summary:

The IT Systems Engineer III is responsible for supporting Crane Aerospace & Electronics' world-wide data endpoint management. Areas of responsibility include SCCM, Active Directory, Office 365, InTune, Exchange, Citrix, and File & Print Services. This position will support Windows operating systems, mobile devices, configuration standards, operating system patching, monitoring, alerting and automation.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Responsible for planning and implementation of data center technologies
• Responsible for ensuring uptime of critical business systems and infrastructure through monitoring and timely remediation of critical infrastructure issues
• Subject Matter Expert (SME) on a specific identity and access management process or technology, e.g. employee lifecycle automation and management, Active Directory, Azure Active Directory, Quest Tools (ARS, change auditor), Oracle IAM, etc.
• Supports information technology strategies, policies, and procedures
• Identifies issues, evaluates trends, and anticipates requirements
• Ensures adherence to all regulatory compliance processes and requirements, including but not limited to CMMC, Sarbanes-Oxley, DFARS, ITAR and like regulations.
• Responsible for supporting the monitoring, alerting and automation infrastructure for critical business systems and infrastructure.
• Maintains organization's effectiveness and efficiency by defining, delivering, and supporting strategic plans for implementing infrastructure technologies.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; benchmarking state-of-the-art practices; participating in professional societies.

Minimum Qualifications:

Experience:

• 5-7 years of experience as a Systems Engineer in a medium to enterprise environment; experience in managing an enterprise Active Directory and Azure Active Directory Hybrid Environment; Experience administering employee lifecycle policy, procedure, configuration, workflow, and upgrades
• Experience in managing an enterprise a variety of Microsoft focused solutions
• Experience administering Enterprise Messaging Systems, Active Directory on-premise and Azure
• Experience with Citrix, InTune, Office 365 and Quest tools such as ActiveRoles, Change Auditor or Enterprise Reporter
• Experience with mergers and acquisitions

Knowledge:

• Current knowledge of hardware technologies, operating systems, network configurations and protocols
• Knowledge and understanding of Email, Office 365, Troubleshooting and Powershell; Understanding of Role Based Access Control and Least Privilege.

Skills/Abilities:

• Strong problem solving skills
• Ability to complete job requirements within time constraints
• Ability to train new employees to support systems as required
• Ability to work effectively in an individual or team environment
• Must be self-motivated and directed

Education/Certification:

• BS or MS degree in computer-oriented technical discipline or equivalent experience

Employment Eligibility Requirement:

• Eligibility Requirement: This position may require access to Controlled Data or Information. Where the position requires such access only US persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Working Conditions:

• Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment
• Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to: eye safety glasses, gowning, masks, hearing protectors, heel/wrist straps and any other required PPE
• May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust or fumes
• Must be flexible to work overtime and weekends as needed

Standing: 10% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task

Sitting: 90% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task

Lifting (in pounds): up to 10 pounds

Pushing (in pounds): up to 10 pounds

Mental/Visual: use of computer, calculator, filing cabinets

Workspace (line, cube, etc): cubicle/desk

Top Benefits:

Salary range: $116,708 to $140,920. Several factors contribute to actual salary, including location, experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities, skills, training, and other qualifications. Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance-based bonus programs.

As a team member at Crane Aerospace and Electronics, you'll enjoy:

• Benefits: Health care, dental or life insurance starting the first day of the month
• Time Off: 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane and 12 paid holidays per year.
• 401k Retirement Plan: 401k plan with company match
• Education Reimbursement: eligible after 90 days of employment
• Flexible work schedule: This position is eligible for our Crane Flex Hybrid schedule which allows for the option of up to 2 days/week of work-from-home. Some conditions apply which will be discussed during the interview process. Full policy to be provided after hire.

You can see a list of our benefits at or visit our website at for more information on our company and great opportunities.

We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes. We employ Lean manufacturing techniques to optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value.

In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check. FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool.

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Crane Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or applicable local law.