Project Systems Engineer with Security Clearance

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Job description

Job Description Ready for What's Next? 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 is in looking for a ProjectSystems Engineer 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, 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
Develop and manage of project master schedule, 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 Experience and Skills 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 projectdevelopment lifecycle
Experience in organizing external and internal project stakeholders towards achieving project goals and objectives
Ability to brief, explain complex engineering concepts and designs to technical and non-technical personnel
Experience working with diverse Engineering Staff with multiple areas of expertise
Experiemce developing and managing Project Management products like Program Roadmaps, Integrated Master Schedules, Roles & Responsibilities Matrix, and Work Breakdown Structures
Experience im supporting DoD IC, SATCOM and Space communities in mission execution
Exeperinece with analyzing signals and communication technologies
Exeperience 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
Experience using software languages such as Python, MATLAB, C, or C++
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. Job Benefits Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
401(k) Savings Plan
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Paid Time-Off (PTO)
Holidays
Education Reimbursement Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
401(k) Savings Plan
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Paid Time-Off (PTO)
Holidays
Education Reimbursement

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