Project Systems Engineer

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. • Colorado Springs, CO • 3h ago

Job Descriptions:

Readiness Delivered. At Kratos, we encourage an entrepreneurial spirit balanced with discipline. We work hard, and take care of our customers, employees, and families. Recognized as thought leaders in our industry, we are motivated by creating and delivering innovative solutions to our nation and global customers. Kratos has an exciting opportunity for a Systems Engineer in Colorado Springs, CO, in support of a Department of Defense (DOD) customer. The DOD customer oversees innovative programs solving the nation's toughest problems. This position requires an individual with experience in technical programs and systems engineering used in developing satellite ground systems; knowledge and understanding of the DoD IC and SATCOM communities; and ability to develop and maintain technical and training documentation. This is a hands on job and will require OCONUS travel. Must be a self starter!

Job Duties

Lead/manage the development and execution of SATCOM and RF Ground Segment development and the integration of commercial and government networks, components and infrastructures.

Lead hardware/software requirements analysis

Lead the implementation of systems engineering processes and procedures in verifying system requirements are met using the approved verification method and documenting the verification results

Lead technical planning and provide oversight to system integration

Conduct oversight on design, implementation, and integration of system engineering processes

Contribute to the development of new system concepts to enhance mission operations

Develop and maintain system artifacts and training documentation

Provide oversight of system developers, test, and support personnel in initiation of system updates, and documenting results and findings

Coordinate with systems engineering leads as well as other technical staff.

Lead the development and maintenance of System CONOPs, TTPs and alternative courses of action.

Perform technical support and risk assessment and evaluation of program management execution and technical review execution

Support the development and management of project master schedules, integrating technical milestones and key events

Perform tracking of project technical requirements, reports, and metrics

Develop and manage SATCOM Ground Segment utilization efforts and associated tasks

Coordinate with IC, SATCOM, and Space community in support of the development efforts and operational system utilization

Required Experience:

US Citizen

Current Top-Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.

Bachelor's Degree in engineering (EE, ME, AE, CS) or applied sciences (Mathematics, Physics)

Minimum ten (10) years of experience, with five (5) years in space SATCOM/RF and/or satellite ground systems

Experience in decomposition of Govt requirements to a system, subsystem, and components

Experience in the preparation of technical papers, trades, system engineering process modification throughout all phases of the project development lifecycle

Experience in organizing external and internal project stakeholders towards achieving project goals and objectives

Ability to brief and explain complex engineering concepts and designs to technical and non-technical personnel

Experience working with diverse Engineering Staff with multiple areas of expertise

Experience developing and managing Project Management products like Program Roadmaps, Integrated Master Schedules, Roles & Responsibilities Matrix, and Work Breakdown Structures

Experience in supporting DoD IC, SATCOM and Space communities in mission execution

Experience with analyzing signals and communication technologies

Experience with SATCOM architecture and data flows

Preferred Skills and Experience

Advanced Degree in engineering (EE, ME, AE, CS) or applied science (Mathematics, Physics)

Ten years experience in RF/SATCOM and/or ground systems

Familiarity with military and commercial space and satellite constellations

Experience with Agile Ops and integration of SATCOM/RF networks and infrastructures

Familiarity with the latest commercial satellite constellations and commercial SATCOM

Experience with certification of SATCOM/RF networks, infrastructures, and components

Experience with Cisco scripts

LI-Onsite

The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, and skills.

Competitive salary based on experience and education Salary Range: $120,000-$150,000

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: RF, System Engineer, TS/SCI, integration

Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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