Test Engineer

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.

We have an exciting new opportunity for Integration & Test Engineers. The successful candidate will work with the design team and be the integration & test authority for assigned projects. The I&T Engineer supports the development and maintenance of the test requirements, test plan, & test approach from project kick-off through closure of the contract. Responsible for verification of technical scope as defined by the design authority, with a focus on maintaining cost and schedule goals. Facilitates coordination of cross-functional engineering teams for requirements development.

• Decipher technical contractual requirements and allocate them to test cases within the project’s test plan
• Create Bills of Materials (BOMs) and coordinate with the Engineering Support team to get parts on order and systems built
• Create test procedures and automated test software to verify product’s compliance with requirements
• Perform customer witnessed acceptance testing of project hardware
• Manages requirement traceability through verification, using tools such as a Requirements Verification Matrix
• Develop requirements for creating test simulators or custom test tools
• Assess project technical risks and provides mitigation plans particularly around testability
• Coordinates the review, presentation, and release of test documentation to support requirements compliance, including Technical Interchange Meetings, Preliminary and Critical Design Reviews
• Coordinates with the Project Engineer & Program Manager (PM), design team and functional management to communicate program impediments or issues / delays in completing tasks
  
  

Experience And Skills

• BS in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field
• Familiarity with commercial test equipment such as Spectrum Analyzer, Vector Network Analyzer, Oscilloscope, WAN Emulator, etc.
• Proficiency with Python software language
• Proficiency with Linux operating system
• Ability to create test plans and test procedures in MS Word
• Good communication and relationship skills with program leadership, engineering leadership, customers, and engineering team members
• Ability to interact effectively with peers and supervisors, maintaining a professional demeanor
• Awareness of software and product development techniques, Agile, SCRUM, plus Water-fall approaches
  
  

Preferred Skills And Experience

• Experience operating, troubleshooting, and/or repairing SATCOM systems
• Experience with Kubernetes and cloud infrastructure
• Proficiency with RF Communications and frequency domain analysis
  
  

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: $81,000-$122,000

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.

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