RF/SATCOM Engineer with Security Clearance

3 weeks ago


Colorado Springs CO United States Kratos Defense and Security Solutions, Inc. Full time
Kratos is a leader in assured aerospace communication solutions and services
We are cutting-edge innovators and creative problem solvers working collaboratively to solve our customers’ toughest challenges
We are a trusted partner—driven by doing the right thing and achieving maximum success for our customers, our partners and ourselves
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 offerings—from 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
At Kratos, we encourage an entrepreneurial spirit balanced with fiscal and operational discipline
We work hard, we solve hard problems, and we look out for and take care of our customers, each other and our families
Protecting and enabling our nation and global customers through innovative aerospace solutions is what motivates us
We continually build trusted relationships with our peers, our partners and customers, and we take ownership for our actions—always doing the right thing
Kratos is looking for an RF/SATCOM Engineer for the USAF Space Test and Training Range (STTR)
The STTR ensures safe and secure operations and provides its customers with realistic space environment to support test, training, and exercise activities
The STTR provides support from its Schriever operations center as well as deployed CONUS and OCONUS locations
The STTR operates in planning teams comprised of active duty military, reservists, government civilians, and contractors that work with STTR customers to plan test, training, or exercise events
Responsibilities and Duties: •Develop SATCOM signal environments working with customers to meet event execution
•Participate in acquisition process on new STTR system to provide operational perspective
Activities include requirements input/review, design review, test, training, and system documentation
•Support STTR event execution
•STTR System expertise
Learn engineering details of STTR systems supporting the system configuration for event support, troubleshooting, and training
•Develop test plans; conduct testing; interpret, document, and present the results to engineering peers, leadership, and the government customer
•Support and develop training material for new range personnel
Experience and Skills
•Secret clearance with TS/SCI eligibility (active/current) •BSEE or Engineering Degree with verifiable SATCOM Experience
•Minimum of 5 years of experience
•Experience working with RF systems and RF Ranges: X,C,s,Ku,Ka
•Knowledge of Earth to Space digital data and video links •Knowledge of linking Budget and Performanec calculations to include Gains/Losses/EIRP/PSD/GT/SNR/EB/NO •Knowledge of SATCOM equipment including, but not limited to, antennas, HPAs/SSPAs, up/down-converters, LNAs, and modems
•Knowledge of Decible math and conversions
•Knowledge of SATCOM signal dynamics including modulation, error correction, and associated signal generation equipment
Familiarity performing link-budget analysis
•Experience with troubleshooting systems
•Ability to react quickly in a dynamic environment
•Collaborate working in a team environment •Ability to communicate technical approaches and details within small project teams, including team interaction and presentation
•Knowledge of High Gain Antennas and beam width parameters
•Familiarization of ITU,FCC and other universally accepted standards and recommendations
Preferred or Desired Qualifications: •Familiarity with computer networks
•Digital Signal Processing + A/D - D/A Conversion
•Satellite Dynamics and TT+C Links
•Data analysis skills
•Military experience or working in a military environment
•DoD Test experience
•Working knowledge of current DoD Space Control systems
•Security + certification for data transfer responsibilities
Job Benefits
Salary Range DOE $110K - $128K Medical
Dental
Vision
Tax Savings Accounts (HSA / FSA)
Life Insurance
Short Term Disability
Long Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program
401k
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
PTO
Education Assistance Program
Paid Holidays
Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer
EOE, Minorities, Females, Vet, Disabled, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity or any other protected class.
All qualified job seekers are encouraged to apply
Kratos Defense 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.

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