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Kratos Defense and Security Solutions · 2 days ago

Principal Electrical Systems Engineer - UAVs

Oklahoma City, OK

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff

11+ years exp

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions is seeking a highly motivated Principal Electrical Systems Engineer to provide full lifecycle systems engineering, integration, and test leadership in support of unmanned and manned aircraft systems. The role involves developing test plans, leading various types of testing, and collaborating with internal teams to ensure system requirements are met.

ConsultingCyber SecurityGovernmentInformation TechnologyNational SecurityPublic SafetySatellite CommunicationSecurity

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Developing subsystem and system-level test plans and reports

Leading and conducting various kinds of testing including hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL), Software-in-the-Loop (SWIL), avionics, subsystem and aircraft-level testing

Leading root cause corrective action (RCCA) investigations and eliminating contributors through analysis and/or hands-on testing

Working in conjunction with Software Engineering Team to develop software system requirements and test requirements

Supporting flight test planning, aircraft preparation, and test execution at government test ranges

Developing system architectures for new and existing systems

Conducting trade studies and performing design research of engineering concepts and explorations to determine optimal requirements and system architecture

Developing system/subsystem interface definitions, system schematics, and system design documentation and performing peer reviews of fellow team members’ work

Participating in planning, design, testing, and deployment of moderately complex, engineered systems and software to ensure conformance with functional specifications and customer requirements

Leading or supporting system engineering technical reviews (SETR) including Test Readiness Reviews (TRR)

Traveling to customers or test site locations as needed (>25% travel may be expected at times)

Qualification

Electrical engineeringSystems engineeringIntegrationTestingAerospace industry experienceAnalytical abilitiesTest planningTechnical leadershipDynamic environment adaptabilityCommunication skillsResults-oriented

Required

Bachelor's or Master's degree in electrical engineering or related engineering discipline

11-20 years of industry experience

Ability to acquire and maintain a U.S. DoD Secret Clearance or higher

Sharp analytical abilities

Excellent communication skills

Demonstrated technical leadership capabilities

Results-oriented, sense of ownership, urgency, and drive

Experience working within the Defense and/or Aerospace industry

Hands-on integration & test experience with aircraft systems and/or subsystems

Demonstrated testing best practices including managing test configurations, adhering to safety and training procedures, and organizing data collection and analysis