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Hypersonics Test & Evaluation Engineer

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions
Huntsville, AL Full Time
POSTED ON 12/26/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/21/2026
Job Description

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:

Kratos Defense and Rocket Support Services (KDRSS) is leading the way in the Department of Defense’s highest technical priority- Hypersonic Weapons Research, Development, Test and Evaluation. We are looking for highly talented and motivated scientists and engineers to join our team. KDRSS maintains a unique and highly capable mix of flight, ground and material testing capability as well as specialized software development and application to Hypersonic T&E. We offer competitive salaries, time off and retirement benefits and an exciting and enriching workplace environment.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • Assist in Aero-Thermal-Structural modeling analyses supporting ground and flight test activities.
  • Utilize in-house, Government and Commercial tools to support the Hypersonic T&E Mission
  • Customize, adapt, and apply available tools to meet requirements given resource and schedule restrictions.
  • Assist in the planning and conduct of aero-thermal-optical ground tests at the country’s leading facilities, in coordination with the Nation’s top scientists and engineers
  • Coordinate the utilization of test data for the development, verification and validation of Transient, Thermal Analysis Software tools being developed for hypersonic seeker Modeling and Simulation (M&S)
  • Develop written reports, briefings and other documentation.

Experience And Skills

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

  • Experience with the use, modification and/or development of scientific computing applications
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Assistance with technical proposal writing and development on an as needed basis

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

  • BS/MS/PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering or related fields
  • US Citizen
  • Active Secret Security Clearance

WORK ENVIROMENT / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Office environment
  • Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time
  • Ability to perform repetitive motion (keyboarding, 10-key, phones)
  • Ability to lift up to 25 pounds

(No phone calls please)

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
  • 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.

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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.

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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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