SATCOM Software Architect Lead

Job Description

Readiness Delivered. Kratos Defense & Security Solutions develops and fields transformative, affordable technology, platforms, and systems for United States National Security related customers, allies, and commercial enterprises. We proactively build trusted relationships with our peers, partners and customers, and take ownership for our actions-always striving to do the right thing.

Kratos is looking for a SATCOM Software Architect Lead in support of a Department of Defense (DOD) customer. The DOD customer oversees innovative programs solving the nation's toughest problems. This position requires an individual with experience in Software and Digital Signal Processing and the ability to manage multiple technical projects for delivery of capabilities. Ability to lead a diverse technical team as well as communicate and interact with the customer are essential daily duties. Understanding of the DoD, IC and SATCOM communities would be extremely beneficial. This is a hands on job and will require OCONUS travel.

Job Duties

• Lead/manage the development and execution of Software(SW) mission applications and integration of COTs Hardware without well defined requirements
• Lead a diverse team of SW and DSP engineers in capability delivery using Agile processes
• Lead technical planning and provide oversight for mission application design and production
• Contribute to the development of new concepts to enhance mission operations
• Insure SW configuration management with support from System Engineering and Configuration Management
• Oversee the production of necessary documentation to support fielding, operation and sustainment of mission applications to include training
• Coordinate with systems engineering lead as well as other technical staff to support development, testing, fielding and sustainment of a system of systems architecture
• Communicate with customer on status of development activities, suggested process improvements, and technology insertions
• Perform technical support and risk assessment and evaluation of project execution and provide assessment to program manager
• Develop and manage project master schedule, integrating technical milestones and key events
• Perform tracking of project technical requirements, reports, and metrics
• Coordinate with other Kratos technical teams and community stakeholders to support development efforts

Experience and Skills

• US Citizen
• Current Top-Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Bachelor's Degree in engineering (EE, ME, AE, CS) or applied sciences (Mathematics, Physics)
• Minimum ten (10) years of experience, with five (5) years in SW development and HW integration
• Experience in Agile SW development
• Working knowledge of Python, Docker and Software Designed Radios
• Working knowledge of RF fundamentals with emphasis on SATCOM modem operations
• Working knowledge of Digital Signal Processing with emphasis on SCPC signals and TDMA signals
• Experience in organizing external and internal project stakeholders towards achieving project goals and objectives
• Ability to brief, explain complex engineering concepts and designs to technical and non-technical personnel
• Experience working with diverse Engineering Staff with multiple areas of expertise
• Experience developing and managing Project Management products like Program Roadmaps and Integrated Master Schedules
• Experience in supporting DoD, IC, SATCOM and Space communities in mission execution

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Advanced Degree in engineering (EE, ME, AE, CS) or applied science (Mathematics, Physics)
• Ten years experience in SW/HW development for RF/SATCOM and/or ground systems
• Familiarity with CUDA and C++
• Familiarity with military and commercial space and satellite constellations
• Familiarity with Certificate to Field and other Risk Management Framework requirements for SW development

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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: $165,000-$220,000

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