Field Service/Support Engineer

Job Description

Ready for What's Next? 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.

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 KS2 is seeking a highly motivated RF Technician, skilled with system testing, to join our growing team in support of Department of Defense (DoD) programs. This mid-level position is responsible for the setup, testing, troubleshooting, and validation of RF-based electronic systems in both lab and field environments. The ideal candidate will possess strong hands-on technical skills and a solid understanding of RF theory, system-level testing, and test documentation. This role involves both domestic and overseas travel to support integration and deployment efforts, working closely with engineering teams to ensure systems meet operational requirements and performance standards.

• Provides engineering analysis, integration and development support
• Develop SATCOM signal environments with customers to meet event execution
• Active participation in the full Software Development Life Cycle leveraging Agile methodologies
• Reoccurring international travel to potentially austere environments for deployed system installations, upgrades and sustainment efforts
• Install, configure, and align RF hardware and systems, including antennas, cabling, filters, and transmit/receive modules.
• Perform functional and performance testing on RF systems and subsystems using standard test equipment.
• Develop and execute system-level and subsystem-level test plans, test cases, and acceptance procedures.
• Document test results, discrepancies, and system performance in accordance with DoD standards.
• Troubleshoot and isolate hardware and signal issues using tools such as spectrum analyzers, signal generators, and oscilloscopes.
• Collaborate with systems engineering, software development, and cybersecurity teams during integration and verification phases.
• Conduct regression testing and validation of system updates, software patches, and hardware changes.
• Provide support during field deployments, including setup, testing, validation, and troubleshooting of operational systems.
• Follow security protocols and adhere to all DoD and company safety, cyber, and operational policies.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of test procedures, documentation, and processes.
• Develop and analyze Satellite link budgets.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Experience and Skills

• Must have an Active TS/SCI clearance.
• BS in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or related technical field (or equivalent military training and experience).
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in RF or satellite communications environments.
• Solid knowledge of SATCOM equipment including antennas, HPAs/SSPAs, up/down-converters, LNBs, and modems.
• Proficiency using RF test equipment, including spectrum analyzers, signal generators, VNAs, power meters, and oscilloscopes.
• Experience with system-level and integration testing, including writing and executing test plans, test cases, and test reports.
• Understanding of modulation schemes, error correction techniques, and signal path analysis.
• Experience with troubleshooting SATCOM or RF-based systems in lab and field environments.
• Familiarity with test documentation tools and technical writing practices.
• Hands-on experience with cable fabrication and maintenance, including CAT-5/6, coaxial RF, and power cables.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional engineering and test team.
• Strong communication skills for briefing technical content, generating documentation, and supporting collaboration across project teams.
• Ability to react quickly and solve problems in dynamic operational environments.
• Prior experience mentoring junior staff and supporting team leadership in technical operations.

Preferred Skills/Experience :

• Familiarity with computer networks, including IP-based systems and RF-over-IP concepts
• Experience with data analysis tools for RF/spectrum data interpretation and performance trending
• Prior military experience or experience working in a military/DoD operational environment
• Hands-on DoD test experience, including supporting operational or developmental test & evaluation (OT&E/DT&E)
• Working knowledge of DoD Space Control systems and counter-space technologies
• Familiarity with test automation or scripting (e.g., Python, Bash) for lab/field test activities
• Experience using test management platforms such as JIRA, TestRail, or equivalent
• Awareness of cybersecurity compliance (e.g., RMF, STIGs) in DoD systems

#LI-Hybrid

The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, and skills.

Competitive salary based on experience and education
Salary Range: $125,000-$140,000

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.

This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Job 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