Senior IT & Business Systems Analyst

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Job Type

Full-time

Description

ABOUT US

Join a Global Photonics Leader Engineering Solutions from the Deep Ocean to Outer Space!

Gooch & Housego (G&H) is a global precision photonics manufacturer serving the industrial, aerospace & defense, life sciences, and semiconductor markets. With operations across North America, Europe, and Asia, G&H designs and manufactures advanced optical components, systems, and subsystems that enable some of the world's most demanding applications.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Senior IT & Business Systems Analyst provides advanced technology support for California operations, serving as the IT and business systems resource for the Moorpark and Fremont facilities. The position supports infrastructure, end-user computing, ERP/business systems, local technology projects, cybersecurity initiatives, and continuous improvement while partnering closely with site leadership and the global IT organization. This position requires a well-rounded technology professional capable of balancing day-to-day operational support with business systems administration and process improvement in a manufacturing environment.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

Infrastructure (40%)

• Provide advanced desktop, server, network, and end-user support across the Moorpark and Fremont facilities.
• Maintain local IT infrastructure, coordinate hardware lifecycle, and support the Microsoft environment.
• Support cybersecurity initiatives, disaster recovery preparedness, and vendor management.
• Partner with the Global IT team to ensure standardized technology solutions and consistent support across both California sites.

Business Systems (40%)

• Support SYSPRO ERP and other business applications across the California operations.
• Troubleshoot application issues, configure users, test system upgrades, and deliver end-user training.
• Partner with business leaders to identify opportunities to improve business processes, reporting, and system utilization.
• Support cross-site technology initiatives and ensure consistent business systems practices between Moorpark and Fremont.

Continuous Improvement (20%)

• Identify automation opportunities and recommend technology solutions that improve operational efficiency.
• Lead or participate in IT and business systems projects, documenting procedures and establishing best practices.
• Develop and maintain cross-training and knowledge-sharing processes to strengthen business continuity across both California sites.
• Support compliance, cybersecurity, and continuous improvement initiatives while serving as a trusted technology partner to site leadership.

WHAT YOU BRING

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field preferred.
• 5-8 years of progressively responsible experience supporting IT infrastructure, business systems, and end-user technology.
• Experience supporting manufacturing operations; multi-site manufacturing support preferred.
• Experience supporting ERP systems (SYSPRO preferred).
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365, Active Directory, Windows Server, and network administration.
• Experience supporting enterprise applications, system implementations, and end-user training.
• SQL reporting and Power BI experience preferred.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, customer service, and communication skills.

G&H Benefits Include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Basic Life AD&D Insurance
• Short Term Disability & Long-Term Disability
• Supplemental Employee Life AD&D Insurance
• Spouse and Child Life AD&D Insurance
• Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Health Care and Dependent Care
• Legal Plan
• Identity Theft Protection
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Benefit Advocate Center (BAC): Benefits Advocacy and Support
• 401K

If you're ready to make a real impact in a world-class photonics environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Notes: This job description is not intended to be exhaustive in every respect, but rather to clearly define the fundamental purpose, responsibilities and dimensions for the role. Therefore, this job description does not describe any individual role holder. In addition to the contents of this job description, employees are expected to undertake all other reasonable and related tasks allocated by their line manager.

The Company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment. The Company does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the grounds of gender, race, religion or belief, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national laws under which the Company operates.

Please note that this position will involve having access to items and technical data that may be controlled under U.S. export laws and regulations ("U.S. Export Control Laws"), including but not limited to the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR") and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations ("ITAR"). To comply with the U.S. Export Control Laws, and in conjunction with the review of candidates for those positions within G&H that may present access to export-controlled technical data, G&H must assess whether candidates are "U.S. persons" as defined under the EAR (15 C.F.R. Part 772) and the ITAR (22 C.F.R. § 120.15). Certain questions asked during the application process are intended to assess this and will be used for evaluation purposes only. Failure to provide the necessary information in this regard will result in our inability to consider you further for this position.

Salary Description

$120,000 - $130,000 annually