What are the responsibilities and job description for the Principal Electrical Systems Engineer - UAVs position at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions?
Job Description
5-D Systems, a KRATOS Company, is seeking a highly motivated candidate who will provide full lifecycle systems engineering, integration and test technical contribution and leadership in support of unmanned, manned, and optionally piloted aircraft systems. The successful candidate will quickly learn and become an expert on our aircraft systems. The candidate must be able to create and update system design documentation, perform engineering analysis in a prototype environment, and plan and conduct subsystem/aircraft testing and troubleshooting. This position will interface with internal and external project team members, company leadership, and customers.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
The successful candidate has:
Job Benefits
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.
Job Applicant Privacy Notice
For applicants in the EU and California residents, please review our privacy notice.
5-D Systems, a KRATOS Company, is seeking a highly motivated candidate who will provide full lifecycle systems engineering, integration and test technical contribution and leadership in support of unmanned, manned, and optionally piloted aircraft systems. The successful candidate will quickly learn and become an expert on our aircraft systems. The candidate must be able to create and update system design documentation, perform engineering analysis in a prototype environment, and plan and conduct subsystem/aircraft testing and troubleshooting. This position will interface with internal and external project team members, company leadership, and customers.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Developing subsystem and system-level test plans and reports
- Leading and conducting various kinds of testing including hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL), Software-in-the-Loop (SWIL), avionics, subsystem and aircraft-level testing
- Leading root cause corrective action (RCCA) investigations and eliminating contributors through analysis and/or hands-on testing
- Working in conjunction with Software Engineering Team to develop software system requirements and test requirements
- Supporting flight test planning, aircraft preparation, and test execution at government test ranges
- Developing system architectures for new and existing systems
- Conducting trade studies and performing design research of engineering concepts and explorations to determine optimal requirements and system architecture
- Developing system/subsystem interface definitions, system schematics, and system design documentation and performing peer reviews of fellow team members’ work
- Participating in planning, design, testing, and deployment of moderately complex, engineered systems and software to ensure conformance with functional specifications and customer requirements
- Leading or supporting system engineering technical reviews (SETR) including Test Readiness Reviews (TRR)
- Traveling to customers or test site locations as needed (>25% travel may be expected at times)
The successful candidate has:
- Sharp analytical abilities, excellent communication skills, and is capable of working effectively in a dynamic environment
- Demonstrated technical leadership capabilities
- Results-oriented, sense of ownership, urgency, and drive
- Experience working within the Defense and/or Aerospace industry is a must
- Hands-on integration & test experience with aircraft systems and/or subsystems is a must
- Demonstrated testing best practices including but not limited to managing test configurations, adhering to safety and training procedures, and organizing data collection and analysis
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in electrical engineering or related engineering discipline
- 11-20 years of industry experience
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.
Job Applicant Privacy Notice
For applicants in the EU and California residents, please review our privacy notice.
