Future Technology Lead

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc.; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 169,000 - 198,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability

401(k) Savings Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Paid Time-Off (PTO)

Holidays

Education Reimbursement

Job summary

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. is seeking a Future Technology Lead with deep expertise in space and cyber operations to guide prototype development, mission planning, and integration efforts for national and global customers.

The ideal candidate brings 10+ years of technical development and all-source intelligence experience, expertise in space or software systems, and the ability to communicate complex concepts to diverse audiences. Active Top Secret clearance is required.

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience in technical development and all-source intelligence analysis.
• Prior experience leading developmental teams for space and/or software systems technology.
• Experience with acquisitions and/or software engineer development.
• Ability to communicate technical approaches within small project teams and to senior audiences.

Responsibilities

• Provide SME level support to space & cyber mission planning and tasking of prototype development and testing efforts.
• Integrate with the unit’s intelligence flight to identify and submit RFIs to the IC.
• Liaise with intelligence, space, and cyber communities to provide analysis for future technology requirements.
• Provide continuity support within the unit for prototype transitions and division leadership change.

Skills

Technical leadership

Space operations

Cyber operations

All-source intelligence

Communication to stakeholders

Education

MA or MS Degree

Tools

Docker

Linux

Git

GitLab

IDEs

Job description

• Years of Experience : More Than 15 Years
• Starting Date : 08/31/2026
• Travel Requirement : Domestic
• Compensation : $168,749-$198,280
• Capabilities : Space Training & Cyber
• Salary : $ 168,749.00 USD Annually - $198,280.00 USD Annually
• Years Of Experience : 015

Job Description

At Kratos, we encourage an entrepreneurial spirit balanced with discipline. We work hard and take care of our customers, employees, and families. Recognized as thought leaders in our industry, we are driven by creating and delivering innovative solutions to our nation and global customers. We are expanding our capabilities and have an exciting new opportunity for a Future Technology Lead.

We are seeking an experienced technical leader with deep expertise in space and cyber operations to support advanced prototype development, mission planning, and operational integration efforts. In this highly impactful role, you will serve as a subject matter expert guiding developmental testing, collaborating closely with intelligence, cyber, and space communities, and shaping future technology requirements through strategic analysis and cross-domain coordination. The ideal candidate brings more than a decade of technical development and all-source intelligence experience, a strong background in emerging space or software systems, and the ability to communicate complex architectural and engineering concepts to diverse audiences. This position requires an active Top Secret clearance and includes occasional travel to support mission and partner engagements.

• Provide SME level support to space & cyber mission planning and tasking of prototype development and testing efforts
• Integrate with the unit’s intelligence flight to identify and submit RFIs to the IC
• Liaison with intelligence, space, and cyber operational communities and mission partners to provide analysis for future technology requirements
• Provide continuity support within the unit for prototype transitions and division leadership change

Experience and Skills

• 10+ years’ experience in technical development and all-source intelligence analysis
• Prior experience in leading developmental teams for novel space and/or software systems technology
• Prior experience with acquisitions and/or software engineer development
• Experience communicating technical approaches and details within small project teams, including team interaction and presentations
• Ability to communicate technical approaches and details to small project teams and senior audiences
• Able to read, write, and interpret complex documents
• Ability to understand and communicate software design and system architecture
• Previous experience with intelligence supporting offensive DOD space operations and cyber operations

Preferred Skills/Experience

• Prior experience in developing innovative technical solutions to emerging novel problem sets
• Prior experience with rapid acquisitions support to multi-CCMD space and cyber operations
• Demonstrated tactical and operational experience in military (Joint or Service) planning and conducting military intelligence activities
• Familiarity with programming/scripting in multiple languages to include C, C++, C#, Python, and/or Bash
• Familiarity with multiple operating systems, software development platforms, and software development management platforms (e.g. Linux, git, gitlab, docker, IDEs)
• MA or MS Degree

Additional Requirements

• This position will require overnight travel up to 10% of the time. Trip durations may range from overnight to multiple weeks.
• Only candidates who currently possess an active Top Secret clearance will be considered.

#LI-Onsite

Competitive salary based on experience and education

Salary Range:$168,749-$198,280

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.

• Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Holidays
• Education Reimbursement

Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as aprotected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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