What are the responsibilities and job description for the SATCOM Senior Technician position at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions?
Job Description
Readiness Delivered. Kratos Defense & Security Solutions develops and fields transformative, affordable technology, platforms, and systems for United States National Security related customers, allies, and commercial enterprises. We proactively build trusted relationships with our peers, partners and customers, and take ownership for our actions—always striving to do the right thing. Are you someone with deep, authoritative knowledge and extensive experience in the SATCOM field while supporting Space Force assets worldwide? Kratos has an opportunity for a SATCOM Senior Technician with the following job responsibilities:
Competitive salary based on experience and education
Salary Range: $80,000-$115,000
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
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.
Readiness Delivered. Kratos Defense & Security Solutions develops and fields transformative, affordable technology, platforms, and systems for United States National Security related customers, allies, and commercial enterprises. We proactively build trusted relationships with our peers, partners and customers, and take ownership for our actions—always striving to do the right thing. Are you someone with deep, authoritative knowledge and extensive experience in the SATCOM field while supporting Space Force assets worldwide? Kratos has an opportunity for a SATCOM Senior Technician with the following job responsibilities:
- Support includes both in-garrison and deployed technical expertise and manual labor for setup, operation, maintenance, teardown, packing, and transport of advanced communications systems.
- Install, configure, maintain, and operate fixed/deployable antenna systems.
- Install, configure, maintain, and operate RF components to include but not limited to modems, frequency converters, high-powered amplifiers, test equipment, etc.
- Associate of Science in STEM field.
- 4 years of experience with setting up and maintaining deployable and fixed antenna systems and associated RF equipment.
- Technical experience with RF, satellite communication systems, and signal analysis.
- Perform communications system alignments using precision test equipment.
- Ability to install, align, and diagnose antenna drive system components and failures.
- Able to explain detailed signal flow and components in the transmit and receive paths.
- Ability to configure and operate test equipment including signal analyzers/generators, oscilloscopes, satellite link emulators, signal filters, amplifiers, and distribution switches.
- Creating, reading, and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
- Ability to communicate technical details and plans including interaction and presentation to team members at all levels.
- Ability to multi-task and adjust priorities based on customer needs.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs. above the head repeatedly.
- Bachelor of Science in STEM field.
- Site survey experience; verifying technical, physical, and environmental feasibility for installing satellite antennas and equipment along with signal analysis/interference.
- Experience in training personnel on antenna systems and related RF components.
- Military mobility and commercial logistics experience.
- Basic understanding of RF over Fiber systems theory and operations.
- Basic understanding of network fundamentals and IP based systems.
- Familiarity with assembly and disassembly of various shelter systems, including inflatable tents, modular structures, and containerized units.
- Basic knowledge of fixed and deployable AC Power generation and distribution systems.
- Fork/Boom Lift operator; 6k, 10k, electric/gas powered, all-terrain.
- Active or ability to obtain commercial driver’s license to support delivery or movement.
Competitive salary based on experience and education
Salary Range: $80,000-$115,000
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.
Job Applicant Privacy Notice
For applicants in the EU and California residents, please review our privacy notice.
Salary : $80,000 - $115,000