IT Helpdesk Technician

Xona Space Systems, Inc.

Burlingame, CA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Asset Management Software, Automation, Autoscaling, Bash Scripting, CCNA - Cisco Certified Network Associate, Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, CompTIA - Computing Technology Industry Association, CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+, Customer Support/Service, Desktop Administration, Desktop PC, Documentation, Endpoint Security, Establish Priorities, GPS (Global Positioning System), Government, Help Desk, Identify Issues, Identity Data Management, Information Technology & Information Systems, Interpersonal Skills, Inventory Management, Knowledge Base, Laptop PC, Linux Administration, Linux Operating System, Mac Operating System, Manufacturing Data Management, Microsoft Active Directory, Microsoft Product Family, Microsoft Windows Azure, Microsoft Windows Operating System, Mobile Devices, Network Architecture/Engineering, Onboarding, Operating Systems, Operational Improvement, Organizational Skills, People Management, Peripheral Hardware, Process Development, Program Control, Regulations, Security Analysis, Security Clearance, Service Delivery, Software Administration, Startup, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Maintenance, Team Player, Technical Support, Time Management, UK Security Clearances, United States Citizen, User Account Administration, Windows PowerShell
LOCATION
Burlingame, CA
POSTED
8 days ago

Xona is the navigational intelligence company bringing real-time, centimeter-level certainty to any device, anywhere on Earth.

With Pulsar - the world's most advanced PNT satellite infrastructure in Low Earth Orbit - Xona will offer a future-proof, backwards-compatible global positioning system optimized for absolute precision, superior power, and robust protection.

Overview

Were looking for a Helpdesk Technician (Tier 1 & Tier 2) to provide exceptional technical support across our growing organization. Youll be the first point of contact for employees seeking IT assistance, supporting a hybrid Windows, Linux, and cloud-based environment while helping ensure a seamless technology experience for the entire company.

Working closely with our System Administrator, Network Engineer, and broader IT team, youll troubleshoot hardware, software, networking, and identity-related issues, escalate complex problems when appropriate, and help improve internal IT operations as we continue to scale. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving technical challenges, providing outstanding customer service, and creating a positive support experience for employees in a fast-paced startup environment.

What Youll Do

  • Serve as the primary point of contact for employee IT support requests, delivering timely Tier 1 and Tier 2 technical assistance.

  • Provide exceptional customer service by delivering friendly, responsive, and professional technical support to employees across the organization.

  • Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, operating system, networking, and account-related issues across Windows, Linux, and cloud environments.

  • Clearly communicate technical concepts to non-technical users, setting expectations and providing updates throughout the support process.

  • Manage employee onboarding and offboarding, including laptop provisioning, account creation, permissions, software deployment, and documentation.

  • Deploy, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot company laptops, desktops, peripherals, and mobile devices.

  • Own IT asset inventory, lifecycle management, and equipment tracking to ensure accurate records and compliance.

  • Manage and prioritize the IT ticket queue based on business impact, urgency, and service-level expectations.

  • Create and maintain internal documentation, troubleshooting guides, and knowledge base articles to improve support efficiency.

  • Assist with endpoint management, software deployments, system updates, and basic automation using PowerShell and Bash.

  • Partner with the broader IT team on infrastructure improvements, security initiatives, and ongoing technology projects.

  • Continuously identify opportunities to improve the employee IT experience, streamline support processes, and enhance overall IT service delivery.

Required Qualifications

  • 2+ years of experience in IT Helpdesk, Desktop Support, or Technical Support within a small to mid-sized organization.

  • Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills across hardware, operating systems, software, and user account management.

  • Experience supporting Microsoft Windows environments, including Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) and/or Active Directory.

  • Working knowledge of Linux operating systems and basic Linux administration.

  • Basic scripting experience with PowerShell and Bash for troubleshooting and automation.

  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to support both technical and non-technical employees.

  • Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple requests in a fast-paced environment.

  • A collaborative, customer-first mindset with a passion for helping others succeed.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Industry certifications such as CompTIA A+, Network+, Cisco CCNA, or similar.

  • Experience supporting macOS environments.

  • Experience with Microsoft Intune or other Mobile Device Management (MDM) solutions.

  • Familiarity with identity and access management, endpoint security, and device compliance.

  • Experience working in a high-growth startup or rapidly scaling technology company.

  • Experience with IT ticketing systems, knowledge base platforms, and IT asset management tools.

For U.S. Roles: To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the United States (i.e. Green Card holder), or other protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

For U.K. Roles: To comply with U.K. regulations, this role requires Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) checks, and successful candidates must be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance (SC).

For Canada Roles: Successful candidates must obtain and hold a security clearance at the reliability status level, and pass security assessment for the Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP) and ITAR.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

About the Company

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Xona Space Systems, Inc.