Aerospace Test Engineer (Entry Level) — Hands-On, Growth

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions; Crane (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid Time-Off

Holidays

Education Reimbursement

Job summary

The Entry Level Test Engineer at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions will support system integration, basic testing, and verification activities for hypersonic test vehicles and related subsystems at IPIF in Indiana. Under guidance of senior Test Engineers, you will help develop test procedures, prepare configurations, perform hands-on hardware integration, and document results.

You will collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality teams to ensure readiness for integration and

Qualifications

• 0–1 year of experience or internships in testing environments.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on hardware interest.
• Basic familiarity with test equipment, electrical connectors, instrumentation, or telemetry.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and document work accurately.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to obtain or already have an active DoD SECRET clearance.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and documenting test workflows, documentation, and in the execution of procedures and other testing activities.
• Support system integration activities, including mechanical fit checks, connector verification, and basic electrical/telemetry checkout tasks.
• Participate in test execution, including setup, data collection, and observation of results.
• Manage test schedules in coordination with fellow Test Engineers and area managers.
• Coordinate with contractors, sub-contractors, experiment and project teams to facilitate the testing, integration, and execution of test vehicles.
• Create and maintain workflows that support efficient testing operations.
• Review and contribute to Lessons Learned databases to support continuous improvement across missions
• Assist in the generation and management of discrepancy reports and ensure timely tracking, traceability, documentation and closure.
• Assist with configuration management of test documents, hardware status, and integration records.
• Support internal and external audits and quality inspections.

Skills

Test procedures

Mechanical aptitude

Telemetry basics

Documentation

Communication & teamwork

DoD SECRET clearance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Aerospace engineering

0–1 year experience or 3–5 years in lieu

Tools

MATLAB

Python

CAD software

Job description

The Entry Level Test Engineer at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions will support system integration, basic testing, and verification activities for hypersonic test vehicles and related subsystems at IPIF in Indiana. Under guidance of senior Test Engineers, you will help develop test procedures, prepare configurations, perform hands-on hardware integration, and document results.

You will collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality teams to ensure readiness for integration and