Kratos Defense and Security Solutions

SATCOM Senior Technician

Telecommunications & Hardware
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Associate of Science in a STEM field
  • 4+ years of experience with deployable and fixed antenna systems
  • Technical expertise in RF and satellite communication systems
  • Experience performing communications system alignments
  • Proficient in the use of precision test equipment for RF systems
  • Strong communication skills for team and client interaction
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs. overhead repeatedly

Responsibilities

  • Provide technical support for both installed and mobile communications systems
  • Install, configure, and maintain both fixed and deployable antenna systems
  • Operate and troubleshoot RF components including modems and amplifiers
  • Perform maintenance and teardown of communication systems after use
  • Transport equipment and set up systems in varied environments

Benefits

  • Collaborative working environment with a focus on team support
  • Opportunities for hands-on experience with cutting-edge communication technologies
  • Potential for professional growth with training and development
  • Engagement in both technical and logistical challenges unique to communication systems
Full Job Description
Kratos has an opportunity for a SATCOM Senior Technician with the following job responsibilities:
  • Support includes both in-garrison and deployed technical expertise and manual labor for setup, operation, maintenance, teardown, packing, and transport of advanced communications systems.
  • Install, configure, maintain, and operate fixed/deployable antenna systems.
  • Install, configure, maintain, and operate RF components to include but not limited to modems, frequency converters, high-powered amplifiers, test equipment, etc.


  • Associate of Science in STEM field.
  • 4+ years of experience with setting up and maintaining deployable and fixed antenna systems and associated RF equipment.
  • Technical experience with RF, satellite communication systems, and signal analysis.
  • Perform communications system alignments using precision test equipment.
  • Ability to install, align, and diagnose antenna drive system components and failures.
  • Able to explain detailed signal flow and components in the transmit and receive paths.
  • Ability to configure and operate test equipment including signal analyzers/generators, oscilloscopes, satellite link emulators, signal filters, amplifiers, and distribution switches.
  • Creating, reading, and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
  • Ability to communicate technical details and plans including interaction and presentation to team members at all levels.
  • Ability to multi-task and adjust priorities based on customer needs.
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs. above the head repeatedly.

Preferred Skills and Experience
  • Bachelor of Science in STEM field.
  • Site survey experience; verifying technical, physical, and environmental feasibility for installing satellite antennas and equipment along with signal analysis/interference.
  • Experience in training personnel on antenna systems and related RF components.
  • Military mobility and commercial logistics experience.
  • Basic understanding of RF over Fiber systems theory and operations.
  • Basic understanding of network fundamentals and IP based systems.
  • Familiarity with assembly and disassembly of various shelter systems, including inflatable tents, modular structures, and containerized units.
  • Basic knowledge of fixed and deployable AC Power generation and distribution systems.
  • Fork/Boom Lift operator; 6k, 10k, electric/gas powered, all-terrain.
  • Active or ability to obtain commercial driver's license to support delivery or movement.

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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: $80,000-$115,000

About Kratos Defense and Security Solutions

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. provides mission critical products, solutions, and services in the United States. The company operates through three segments: Kratos Government Solutions, Unmanned Systems, and Public Safety & Security. The Kratos Government Solutions segment offers microwave electronic products, satellite communications, training systems, modular systems, and defense and rocket support services. The Unmanned Systems segment provides unmanned aerial, ground, and seaborne, as well as command, control, and communications systems. The Public Safety & Security segment designs, engineers, deploys, operates, integrates, maintains, and operates security and surveillance solutions for homeland security, public safety, critical infrastructure, government, and commercial customers. The company serves national security related agencies, the department of defense, intelligence agencies, and classified agencies, as well as international government agencies and domestic and international commercial customers; and critical infrastructure, power generation, power transport, nuclear energy, financial, IT, healthcare, education, transportation, and petro-chemical industries, as well as government and military customers. Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. was founded in 1994 and is headquartered in San Diego, California.
Learn more about Kratos Defense and Security Solutions
Size
3,300 employees
Market Cap
$1.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$79.6 million
Founded
1994
5 Year Trend
+8.4%
Revenue
$747.6 million
NASDAQ

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