Operating Systems Engineer

Ann Arbor, MI - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 01-11-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Full-time

Description

Department: System Engineering

Role Summary

We are seeking a seasoned Operating Systems Engineer with hands-on experience in Windows Pro Windows 11 LTSC and Linux platforms to support our industrial computer hardware and various cyber security products. This role is pivotal in maintaining the reliability security and performance of systems that bridge IT and OT environmentsincluding HMIs SCADA servers and edge devices. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in high-uptime environments and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of OS platforms across the plant floor and enterprise.

Key Responsibilities

Configure deploy and maintain Windows 10 Windows 11 LTSC and Linux systems across industrial control networks and enterprise infrastructure.

Develop hardened OS images for manufacturing workstations HMIs and embedded systems ensuring compliance with cybersecurity and operational standards.

Troubleshoot OS-level issues affecting industrial PCs edge devices and networked control systems.

Collaborate with controls engineers IT and cybersecurity teams to enforce patching access control and system integrity.

Automate system provisioning and updates using PowerShell Bash or Python.

Support virtualization (Hyper-V VMware) and containerization (Docker Podman) for industrial applications.

Maintain documentation for system configurations change control and audit readiness.

Provide Tier 3 support for escalated OS-related incidents in production environments.

What We Offer

Competitive compensation and benefits

Opportunities for professional development and certification

A collaborative environment bridging IT and OT innovation

Direct impact on mission-critical manufacturing systems

Requirements

Required Qualifications

5 years of experience in OS engineering or systems administration preferably in industrial or manufacturing settings.

Deep knowledge of Windows Pro and Windows 11 LTSC deployment and lifecycle management.

Strong experience with Linux distributions (e.g. Ubuntu CentOS RHEL) in embedded or industrial contexts.

Familiarity with Active Directory Group Policy and WSUS in segmented network environments.

Understanding of industrial networking (VLANs ARP static IP schemes) and OT system constraints.

Proficiency in scripting (PowerShell Bash) and system automation.

Experience supporting systems in regulated or high-availability environments (e.g. ISO NIST FDA automotive).

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with industrial protocols and platforms (e.g. OPC UA MQTT Rockwell Siemens).

Certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator CompTIA Linux or RHCSA.

Familiarity with endpoint management tools (SCCM Intune Ansible).

Exposure to TPM BitLocker SELinux and secure boot configurations.

Experience supporting MES SCADA or historian platforms.

Full-timeDescriptionDepartment: System EngineeringRole SummaryWe are seeking a seasoned Operating Systems Engineer with hands-on experience in Windows Pro Windows 11 LTSC and Linux platforms to support our industrial computer hardware and various cyber security products. This role is pivotal in main...