Kratos Defense and Security Solutions · 3 hours ago
Hardware Engineer
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
1+ years expKratos Defense and Rocket Support Service is seeking an enthusiastic Hardware Engineer to work in San Diego, CA. The role involves supporting research, design, development, test, and installation of hardware while supervising its manufacture and installation.
ConsultingCyber SecurityGovernmentInformation TechnologyNational SecurityPublic SafetySatellite CommunicationSecurity
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Research, design, develop, test, and oversee the installation of hardware and supervise its manufacture and installation
Prepare engineering plans
Support contractual obligations
Identify various hardware problems and assist in the resolution
Willingness to travel, as required
Support Engineering and other meetings, as required
Meeting coordination, preparation, and participation activities to include development of briefings, agendas, and minutes, preparation and distribution of meeting invites, and other relevant material
Qualification
Required
Minimum of one year of experience with lab testing to include but not limited to Confidence and include Regression Testing
Experience with the administration and operation of hardware and software to include: Redhat operating systems, VMware computer platforms, Windows Server operating systems, Amino Set Top Boxes (STB), ViaSAT crypto
Experience with the administration and operation of Windows operating systems, Wireshark, VLC player, Solarwinds, Crystal Computer, Germain Computer, Alcatel Switch, and Crystal switch as they relate to Global Broadcast Service (GBS)
Experience with supporting internet protocol network and routing configuration on GBS related hardware and software, to include broadcast, multicast, transmission control protocols, and file transfer protocols
Good writing skills and experience with development and updates of test plans, procedures, reports, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and user guides
U.S Citizen with Minimum SECRET Clearance
Bachelor of Science or higher from an accredited college in an applicable discipline such as Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or Computer Engineering
Knowledge of various types of hardware (computer chips, circuit boards, computer systems, etc.)
Hardware installation
Problem solving skills
Experience leading the design, installation, maintenance, and management of complex network systems
Experience in broad and diverse background in business analysis, applications/systems engineering, and information operations and architectures
Must have excellent problem-solving skills
Must be organized and self-motivated
Must possess strong communication skills
Must thrive in fast-paced environment
Intermediate knowledge and experience with MS Office suite, specifically MS Word, PowerPoint, Visio, and Excel. Project a plus
Preferred
GBS hardware and software
Demonstrate experience with GBS fielding and sustainment support. Demonstrate experience with Test and Evaluation (T&E) with GBS and Split Internet Protocol systems
Demonstrate experience performing T&E of software on Windows 10, Windows 7, and RedHat Enterprise Linux systems or show certifications in related technology
Demonstrate relatable experience working in computer lab environments
Demonstrate experience working with Shipboard Networks such as Consolidated Afloat Network and Enterprise Services (CANES) and Integrated Shipboard Network System (ISNS)
Demonstrate experience with test and evaluation of internet networking protocols to include but not limited to multicast, unicast, and broadcast data
Demonstrate technical writing experience
Experience providing test engineering support
Desired 2 years of experience testing software at system integration level
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
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
Eric DeMarco
President and CEO
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Ben Goodwin
SVP,Corporate Development & Government Affairs
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