Job Descriptions:
Ready for What's Next? Kratos is a leader in assured aerospace communication solutions and services. We are cutting-edge innovators and creative problem solvers working collaboratively to solve our customers' toughest challenges. Our culture is fast-paced and innovative. We are a trusted partner-driven by doing the right thing and achieving maximum success for our customers, our partners and ourselves. Kratos has an exciting opportunity for a Software Engineer 3.
The Software Engineer leverages expertise in Software Engineering principles, real-time programming, control system theory, and system integration methodologies to define, design, develop, test, and manage the complexities of real-time control software for mechanical, fluid, electrical, and safety systems.
Conducts requirements analysis to elicit, document, and manage the functional, performance, timing, safety, and non-functional requirements of real-time control software for fluid, electrical, and safety systems, ensuring robust interaction and adherence to relevant software development and safety standards (e.g., IEC 61508 and other applicable industry standards)
Develops and maintains detailed software design specifications, well-structured source code, and comprehensive technical documentation
Applies software modeling techniques (e.g., UML, state diagrams), simulation tools, and rigorous testing methodologies to analyze, verify, and optimize the structure, behavior, performance, and reliability of control software
Performs functional analysis to decompose high-level system control requirements into detailed software functions, modules, and tasks, allocating them to specific software components and defining clear interfaces with hardware (sensors, actuators, PLCs) for fluid, electrical, and safety control
Identifies and assesses potential software-related risks associated with development, integration, deployment, and operation-particularly concerning timing constraints, resource utilization, system stability, fault tolerance, and safety integrity for fluid, electrical, and safety control systems.
Contributes to the integration aspects of real-time control software, including defining, developing, and managing software interfaces with physical hardware (sensors, actuators, I/O modules), other embedded software modules, communication networks, and Human-Machine Interface (HMI) systems
Develops and executes software verification and validation plans, defining the strategy and scope (including unit tests, integration tests, system tests, and regression tests) for ensuring the developed control software meets all specified functional, performance, and safety requirements, potentially utilizing Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) simulation and supporting system commissioning activities
Required Experience:
Minimum 3-5 years of experience in real-time software development for industrial control systems, with demonstrable experience in designing, developing, testing, and deploying software for the operational control of fluid systems, electrical systems, and/or safety-critical applications
BS degree in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a relevant technical field with significant software development experience focused on control systems
Follows established software development procedures and adheres to relevant industry standards (e.g., IEC 61508 for functional safety, MISRA C/C++, or other applicable coding standards), and best practices for real-time software
Proficient with requirements analysis principles and methodologies as applied to real-time embedded software, including functional, performance, timing, reliability, and safety critical aspects for control systems
Experienced with real-time software design and development lifecycles, algorithm implementation, control logic programming (e.g., C, C++, PLC languages if applicable), data structures, and comprehensive software documentation
Knowledge of risk management processes related to software development, system integration, and operational reliability, particularly concerning timing constraints, fault tolerance, resource utilization, and safety integrity in control applications for fluid, electrical, and safety systems.
Strong computer skills, including proficiency with standard office software, high proficiency in programming languages such as C and/or C++ for real-time embedded systems, experience with version control systems (e.g., Git), and familiarity with development/debugging tools and environments for embedded control systems
To work at this facility, you must be a US person
Preferred Skills and Experience
Experience with naval or industrial power plants
Proficiency with Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) simulation platforms and methodologies for testing and validating control software
In-depth knowledge and practical experience with industrial communication protocols such as DDS, OPC UA, or MQTT, including protocol analysis and troubleshooting
Knowledge of cybersecurity principles and best practices for Industrial Control Systems (ICS) and SCADA environments (e.g., IEC 62443)
Experience with any combination of: Building Information Models (BIM), Model Based Design (MBD), AutoDesk Revit, Deltek CostPoint, SolidWorks and SolidWorks PDM, Jama requirements management software
Knowledge and/or experience with relevant quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001)
Position is contingent upon successful contract award.
LI-Onsite
Competitive salary based on experience and education
Kratos is valued for our ability to design and deliver leading edge, resilient solutions for aerospace communication, control, awareness and mission success across a continuum of offerings-from commercial to tailored custom solutions and integrated programs. Customers trust us to stay relevant and know we are in it for the long-haul. We bring both the capability and confidence that our customers value and depend on. And, we always deliver.
This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.
Keyword: Real-Time Software Development, Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS), Control Systems Software, Embedded Software, C++, C, Python, PLC Programming, DCS (Distributed Control Systems), SCADA, HMI Dev
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