Systems Administrator/Integrator

Job Description

Readiness Delivered. 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. Our culture is fast-paced and innovative. We are a trusted partner-driven by doing the right thing and achieving maximum success for our customers, our partners and ourselves. KRATOS is seeking a highly motivated Software Integration / Systems Administrator to support the installation, integration, configuration, deployment, and maintenance of software within a mission-focused environment. The candidate will work across Linux and Windows operating systems, container orchestration platforms, and automated deployment pipelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, integrate, configure, and deploy software releases within operational environments.
• Develop and automate software deployment and release processes using Ansible.
• Build, maintain, and troubleshoot software environments across Linux and Windows operating systems.
• Use Git for source code management, version control, and software release management.
• Deploy, configure, and troubleshoot containerized applications using Rancher and Kubernetes.
• Troubleshoot software, system, networking, and application integration issues.
• Work directly with Operations to identify, troubleshoot, and correct issues affecting operational systems.
• Perform software installation, integration testing, configuration, validation, and release activities.
• Develop and maintain Ansible playbooks, automation scripts, and deployment procedures.
• Support root-cause analysis and corrective actions for system and software issues.
• Maintain technical documentation, installation procedures, configuration documentation, and release procedures.
• Coordinate with Engineering and Operations teams to ensure software releases are properly integrated and operationally ready.
• Support system upgrades, maintenance activities, testing, and operational deployments.
• Travel approximately 15% in support of mission and customer requirements.

Experience and Skills

• Engineering Experience: 5+ years of professional experience in software integration, systems administration, or a related technical discipline.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in systems engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline. Equivalent education and experience may be considered.
• Hands-on experience administering Linux and Windows operating systems.
• Experience using Git and version-control workflows.
• Experience with Rancher and Kubernetes container orchestration platforms.
• Experience developing or maintaining Ansible automation and playbooks.
• Experience with software installation, integration, configuration, and troubleshooting.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and demonstrate strong self-motivation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively across Operations, Engineering, and Cybersecurity teams.
• Willingness to obtain a polygraph examination as required.
• Ability and willingness to travel approximately 15%.
• Current Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI

Preferred Skills/Experience

• Familiarity with satellite ground systems or other mission-critical ground system environments.
• Experience with AWS cloud environments.
• Experience performing STIG hardening and implementing secure system configurations.
• Experience with VMware virtualization technologies.
• Experience working with SQL databases, including database connectivity and troubleshooting.
• Experience supporting classified or highly secure environments.
• Experience integrating software across physical, virtualized, cloud, and containerized environments.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated software deployment.
• Experience troubleshooting Kubernetes workloads and containerized applications.
• Experience with infrastructure automation and configuration management.
• Experience supporting satellite, space, defense, or other mission-critical systems.

#LI-Onsite

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: $120,000-$135,000

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