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Software 5G-NTN Developer

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions
Plano, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 12/18/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/16/2026
Job Description

Readiness Delivered. Kratos engineers and deploys technology and systems that move national security forward, with the cost, speed, and reliability that make readiness certain. We are a trusted partner—driven by doing the right thing and achieving maximum success for our customers, our partners and ourselves.

Kratos has an exciting opportunity for a Software 5G-NTN Developer responsible for analyzing and developing virtualized/software wireless telecommunications capabilities for Satellite 5G-NTN operations. Design and build custom applications. Design, plan, establish, and optimize wireless networks. Develop wireless network infrastructures and make recommendations on systems enhancements for optimization. Provide technical assessment of requirements and definition from conception to launch. Design and validate RF link performance, quality and reliability. Use measuring and diagnostic tools to test and adjust equipment. Create manuals and support documentation. Develop software for wireless technology. Optimize existing network by adjusting radio network parameters, adding/deleting of neighbors and recommending possible solutions to hardware problems. Monitor and analyze statistical and drive test data to improve system performance indicators such as dropped calls, blocked calls, origination failures, handoff features. Apply propagation theory, cellular theory, and antenna theory to choose tower antenna placement. Support customers in the development, acquisition, and sustainment activities of complex RF systems used in Communications. Conduct and develop Test & Evaluation plans for RF test stations and field test events for system/subsystem manufacturing and fleet support. Must be able to develop and present technical reports. Perform modeling and simulation of software radios. Highly desired experience with Agilent ADS, NI LabView, and MatLab. Phase noise analysis.

Experience And Skills

  • BA/BS relevant technical area
  • Experience developing/supporting 3GPP based telecom systems
  • Software Development and Test Experience

Preferred Skills And Experience

  • Experience developing high performance software radio applications
  • Experience with Satellite communications

, or Remote

Competitive salary based on experience and education

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
  • 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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