Kratos Defense and Security Solutions

Systems Integration Test Engineer

Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field or equivalent experience
  • Familiarity with commercial test equipment like Spectrum Analyzer and Oscilloscope
  • Proficient in Python programming
  • Experience with Linux operating system
  • Skilled in creating test plans and procedures using MS Word
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Knowledge of Agile, SCRUM, and Waterfall methodologies

Responsibilities

  • Lead integration and testing for assigned projects as the I&T authority
  • Develop and maintain test requirements and plans from project kickoff to contract closure
  • Translate contractual requirements into actionable test cases
  • Create Bills of Materials and coordinate with engineering teams
  • Draft test procedures and automated software for compliance verification
  • Conduct customer acceptance testing for project hardware
  • Manage requirement traceability using tools like Requirements Verification Matrix

Benefits

  • Exposure to cutting-edge technology and projects
  • Opportunity to work in a cross-functional team environment
  • Professional development and training opportunities
  • Potential for travel to support integration and testing
  • Participation in a collaborative and innovative workplace culture
Full Job Description
We have an exciting new opportunity for an Integration & Test Engineer. The successful candidate will work with the design team and be the integration & test authority for assigned projects. The I&T Engineer supports the development and maintenance of the test requirements, test plan, & test approach from project kick-off through closure of the contract. Responsible for verification of technical scope as defined by the design authority, with a focus on maintaining cost and schedule goals. Facilitates coordination of cross-functional engineering teams for requirements development.
  • Decipher technical contractual requirements and allocate them to test cases within the project's test plan
  • Create Bills of Materials (BOMs) and coordinate with the Engineering Support team to get parts on order and systems built
  • Create test procedures and automated test software to verify product's compliance with requirements
  • Perform customer witnessed acceptance testing of project hardware
  • Manages requirement traceability through verification, using tools such as a Requirements Verification Matrix
  • Develop requirements for creating test simulators or custom test tools
  • Assess project technical risks and provides mitigation plans particularly around testability
  • Coordinates the review, presentation, and release of test documentation to support requirements compliance, including Technical Interchange Meetings, Preliminary and Critical Design Reviews
  • Coordinates with the Project Engineer & Program Manager (PM), design team and functional management to communicate program impediments or issues / delays in completing tasks
  • Travel as necessary to support system integration, testing, and customer meetings


  • BS in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field - or equivalent relevant experience
  • Familiarity with commercial test equipment such as Spectrum Analyzer, Vector Network Analyzer, Oscilloscope, WAN Emulator, etc.
  • Proficiency with Python software language
  • Proficiency with Linux operating system
  • Ability to create test plans and test procedures in MS Word
  • Good communication and relationship skills with program leadership, engineering leadership, customers, and engineering team members
  • Ability to interact effectively with peers and supervisors, maintaining a professional demeanor
  • Awareness of software and product development techniques, Agile, SCRUM, plus Water-fall approaches
  • The ideal candidate has several years' experience with satellite telemetry and commanding, including EPOCH Product Suite.

Preferred Skills/Experience
  • Experience operating, troubleshooting, and/or repairing SATCOM systems
  • Experience with Kubernetes and cloud infrastructure
  • Proficiency with RF Communications and frequency domain analysis

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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: $125,000-$150,000

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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