Kratos Defense and Security Solutions · 4 hours ago
System Design/Architect Engineer Optical Ground SME
Kratos Defense and Security Solutions is a leader in assured aerospace communication solutions and services, seeking a highly motivated candidate for an SME engineering technical support role for Optical Ground Terminals. The role involves providing design support, developing system models, and collaborating with system developers and support personnel.
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Responsibilities
Optical Ground terminal SME
Support SysML modeling as needed
Analyzing customer/stakeholder requirements, decomposing requirements, deriving requirements, and allocating requirements to system and subsystem elements
Develop documentation on all components of the terminal (Telescope, PAT, AO, Optical benches, and supporting computer systems required)
Support the development of training material
Working in adherence to structured and defined development processes
Qualification
Required
5+ years engineering
BS in SE, CS, EE, ME, or other engineering equivalent
Familiarity with modern IT infrastructure capabilities to include virtualization, cloud deployment and containerization
Extensive knowledge of Optical ground stations
Working knowledge of space systems, including satellite ground systems
Experience with military space operations
Sense of ownership, urgency, and drive to accomplish results
Current Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI
Excellent communications and interpersonal relationship skills
Preferred
Demonstrated knowledge with Optical systems
Experience working within the Defense and/or Aerospace industry
Experience in ground systems, system engineering, or software is a plus
Experience developing system level models, requirements, and architecture in conjunction with discipline engineering teams
Sharp analytical abilities, excellent communication skills, and capable of working effectively in a dynamic environment
Familiarity with aerospace design and verification processes to include requirements development, validation and verification for conceptual, preliminary, and detailed design
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
Company
Kratos Defense and Security Solutions
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions provides mission critical engineering, IT services, and war fighter solutions.
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$943.8MKey Investors
United States Air Force
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