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Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. RF Technician in Colorado Springs, Colorado
Job Descriptions:
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.
Job Summary
Kratos is looking for a qualified and experienced RF Technician to support Department of Defense customers. The RF Technician is a mid-level position who possesses a strong knowledge of engineering fundamentals with working knowledge of radio frequency (RF)-based electronic systems.
Responsibilities and Duties
Provides engineering analysis, integration and development support
Develop SATCOM signal environments working with customers to meet event execution including link budget analysis
Develop test plans; conduct testing; interpret, document, and present the results to engineering peers, leadership, and the government customer.
Active communication and participation in the full SDLC leveraging Agile methodologies.
Reoccurring international travel to potentially austere environments for deployed system installations, upgrades and sustainment efforts.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Experience:
Qualifications and Skills
Must have an Active TS/SCI clearance
BS or MS Degree in EE or technical degree and relevant work experience
Knowledge of SATCOM equipment including, but not limited to, antennas, HPAs/SSPAs, up/down-converters, LNAs, and modems
Experience with RF test equipment, Spectrum Analyzer, Signal Generator, Power Meter, O-Scope
Experience with cable maintenance and fabrication, CAT-5/6, Coaxial RF, AC/DC power
Experience writing and delivering technical documents and briefings
Knowledge of SATCOM signals 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
Ability to work in a collaborative team environment
Ability to communicate technical approaches and details within small project teams, including team interaction and presentation
Typically requires +6 years of experience, and a Graduate degree. This role also typically involves some management support and mentoring Jr. Employees/Engineers.
Desired Qualifications
Master’s degree in electrical engineering or relevant field (5-10) years of relevant experience in lieu of MS)
Familiarity with computer networks
Data analysis skills
Military experience or working in a military environment
DoD Test experience
Working knowledge of current DoD Space Control systems
Keyword: RF
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