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Assistant Operations Planning Manager

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions
Colorado, CO Full Time
POSTED ON 9/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/30/2026
Job Description

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 opportunity for a Professional Buyer with technical expertise in CPSR related US Government procurement, electronics, and other commodities and services. The candidate must be able to function with considerable latitude and be able to determine objectives and assess approaches to tasks and assignments with direction from management. The candidate must demonstrate ability to work with a team to improve processes, communicate effectively with internal and external customers, maintain supplier relationships, ensure compliant, effective, and efficient fulfilment of requirements, and report to management.

Experience And Skills

  • 5 years' experience in Government procurement
  • 5 years' experience with CPSR requirements
  • 3-5 years in Purchasing electronics
  • Bachelors degree in a related field is required or 8-10 years of experience without a degree
  • Working and proficient FAR/DFARS knowledge
  • Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
  • Ability to understand ERP systems and other IT tools
  • Strong organizational skills

Preferred Skills/Experience

  • 7-10 years' experience in above

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: $75,000-$88,000

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.

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


Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. EOE, Minorities, Females, Vet, Disabled, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity or any other protected class. All qualified job seekers are encouraged to apply. Kratos Defense is committed to America's veterans by providing opportunities for them to continue contributing after service to our nation. We also work to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

EEO Is The Law

Disability Accessibility Accommodation
If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply to our careers site, please send your request to HRAccessibility@kratosdefense.com or call 858-964-2916. Any inquires not related to requesting an accommodation will be discarded.

Pay Transparency
The company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

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For applicants in the EU and California residents, please review our privacy notice.

Salary : $75,000 - $88,000

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