What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Systems Engineer position at Kratos Space Training & Cyber?
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. Kratos has an exciting opportunity for a Cleared Systems Engineer in Colorado Springs, CO, in support of a Department of Defense (DOD) customer. The DOD customer oversees innovative programs solving the nationis toughest problems. This position requires an individual with experience in technical programs and systems engineering used in developing satellite ground systems; knowledge and understanding of the DoD IC and SATCOM communities; and ability to develop and maintain technical and training documentation. This is a hands on job and will require OCONUS travel. Must be a self starter!
Job Duties
- Lead/manage the development and execution of SATCOM and RF Ground Segment development and the integration of commercial and government networks, components and infrastructures.
- Lead hardware/software requirements analysis
- Lead the implementation of systems engineering processes and procedures in verifying system requirements are met using the approved verification method and documenting the verification results
- Lead technical planning and provide oversight to system integration
- Conduct oversight on design, implementation, and integration of system engineering processes
- Contribute to the development of new system concepts to enhance mission operations
- Develop and maintain system artifacts and training documentation
- Provide oversight of system developers, test, and support personnel in initiation of system updates, and documenting results and findings
- Coordinate with systems engineering leads as well as other technical staff.
- Lead the development and maintenance of System CONOPs, TTPs and alternative courses of action.
- Perform technical support and risk assessment and evaluation of program management execution and technical review execution
- Support the development and management of project master schedules, integrating technical milestones and key events
- Perform tracking of project technical requirements, reports, and metrics
- Develop and manage SATCOM Ground Segment utilization efforts and associated tasks
- Coordinate with IC, SATCOM, and Space community in support of the development efforts and operational system utilization
Keyword: RF, System Engineer, TS/SCI, integration
Required Experience:
- US Citizen
- Current Top-Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
- Bacheloris Degree in engineering (EE, ME, AE, CS) or applied sciences (Mathematics, Physics)
- Minimum ten (10) years of experience, with five (5) years in space SATCOM/RF and/or satellite ground systems
- Experience in decomposition of Govt requirements to a system, subsystem, and components
- Experience in the preparation of technical papers, trades, system engineering process modification throughout all phases of the project development lifecycle
- Experience in organizing external and internal project stakeholders towards achieving project goals and objectives
- Ability to brief and explain complex engineering concepts and designs to technical and non-technical personnel
- Experience working with diverse Engineering Staff with multiple areas of expertise
- Experience developing and managing Project Management products like Program Roadmaps, Integrated Master Schedules, Roles & Responsibilities Matrix, and Work Breakdown Structures
- Experience in supporting DoD IC, SATCOM and Space communities in mission execution
- Experience with analyzing signals and communication technologies
- Experience with SATCOM architecture and data flows
Preferred Skills and Experience
- Advanced Degree in engineering (EE, ME, AE, CS) or applied science (Mathematics, Physics)
- Ten years experience in RF/SATCOM and/or ground systems
- Familiarity with military and commercial space and satellite constellations
- Experience with Agile Ops and integration of SATCOM/RF networks and infrastructures
- Familiarity with the latest commercial satellite constellations and commercial SATCOM
- Experience with certification of SATCOM/RF networks, infrastructures, and components
- Experience with Cisco scripts
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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: $120,000-$150,000
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 offeringsifrom 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. i
From: Kratos Defense
Kratos is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled.
All qualified job seekers are encouraged to apply. Kratos 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.
Salary : $120,000 - $150,000