Kratos Defense and Security Solutions · 21 hours ago
Director of Computer Hardware Engineering | UAV Electronics & C2
Fort Walton Beach, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
10+ years expKratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. is a leading defense technology company focused on uncrewed systems and satellite communications. As the Director of Computer Hardware Engineering, you will lead the development of next-generation electronic systems for unmanned airborne platforms, overseeing the lifecycle of electronic technologies from concept to deployment.
ConsultingCyber SecurityGovernmentInformation TechnologyNational SecurityPublic SafetySatellite CommunicationSecurity
Responsibilities
Technical Leadership: Lead and mentor a multi-disciplinary team of Computer Hardware, Mechanical, and PWB engineers in a high-stakes, fast-paced environment
Strategic Oversight: Manage the full engineering lifecycle (R&D, Design, V&V) for electronic control systems, ensuring alignment with program milestones and budgetary constraints
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Act as the primary technical liaison between executive leadership, internal engineering teams, and DoD stakeholders
Innovation & Architecture: Drive the architecture and implementation of complex RF datalinks, electronic avionics, FPGAs, and embedded processor architectures
Growth & Capture: Lead technical bids and proposals (SOW/ROM/RFP) and foster a culture of continuous professional development for engineering staff
Qualification
Required
10+ years in complex hardware/systems development, with 5+ years in a formal technical leadership or management role
Proven track record in airborne avionics, I/O systems, RF design, and Embedded Systems within the UAV or autonomous vehicle space
Deep understanding of DoD standards, including MIL-STD-461 (EMI) and MIL-STD-810 (Environmental) testing protocols
BS in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics or related technical field
Exceptional ability to translate complex technical roadblocks into actionable business strategy for non-technical stakeholders
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.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$943.8MKey Investors
United States Air Force
2025-06-25Post Ipo Equity· $556M
2025-04-17Grant· $30M
2024-02-22Post Ipo Equity· $288M
Leadership Team
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President and CEO
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SVP,Corporate Development & Government Affairs
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