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Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. Systems Engineer (Temporary/On-Call) in Huntsville, Alabama
Job Descriptions:
Kratos Defense & Rocket Support Services is currently seeking a Systems Engineer at Huntsville office location. The Systems Engineer will provide the knowledge and skills to implement technical strategies, evaluate products and provide a superior level of technical support. This is a temporary, on call role. Candidate should expect to work no fewer than 8 hours per week to begin, with possibility of increasing hours up to full time.
Kratos is a fast paced, entrepreneurial environment that is team oriented, and relationship driven to foster innovation and creativity. Our motto, "Ready for What’s Next" reflects our commitment to continually leveraging our technical and intellectual strengths for the ultimate success of our customers.
Kratos Defense & Rocket Support Services Inc. division provides a full spectrum of solutions for complex C5ISR, engineering and operational requirements, and military weapon systems. We have years of experience in logistics, engineering, and target operations support, as well as international programs, rocket program services, technology initiatives, and advanced weapon system research and engineering.
Our in-depth understanding of our client missions, in conjunction with the strategic location of our employees, enables us to offer cost effective solutions tailored to our clients' specific requirements and consistent with their evolving mission objectives.
PRIMARY DUTIES:
Conducts studies, technical assessments, system analysis and architectural level analysis of UAS systems to determine system performance and effectiveness
Develops, plans, coordinates and integrates UAS systems related requirements to support operational needs
Develop, coordinate, staff and execute UAS training for team members and customers
Supports UAS system design, mishap analysis and corrective action development
Support UAS system demonstrations and deployments as required
Develops, gathers and organizes UAS system related information
Support UAS subsystems integration and flight testing
Required Experience:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
MS in relevant technical field preferred, BS with 15 year’s work experience acceptable
Minimum of 10 years of task related experience required
Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by government standards
Possess a valid driver's license and be able to obtain a government driving permit if required
Ability to interact effectively with peers and supervisors
Ability to travel up to 20% of the time
The following qualifications are DESIRED:
PhD in relevant technical field with 10 years working experience
Experience with directed energy (DE) weapons systems including both high energy laser (HEL) and high power microwaved (HPM)
Demonstrated experience related to operational procedures and an in-depth knowledge of
Demonstrated ability to analyze test scenarios, technical communications, systems schematics, and other information to design and implement system configurations required for various tests.
Electronics engineering and strong software minor such as computer science or specific engineering data systems.
Experience in coaching young engineers of various disciplines
Keyword: C5ISR,
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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