Hardware Test and Automation Engineer

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc.; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; 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. in Colorado Springs seeks a Hardware Test and Automation Engineer to own the full test lifecycle for our 5G NTN UE solutions from strategy through execution and maintenance.

You will interpret 5G NTN standards, specify RF test equipment, and develop Python-based automation to drive equipment. The role requires strong RF lab skills and experience in test planning, execution, and documentation.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of Test Engineering experience.
• BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related field.
• Ability to interpret hardware specifications and translate into a test plan.
• Familiarity with automation of RF test equipment, including Keysight and Rhode & Schwarz.
• Proficiency with SCPI command sets and Python 3 for test automation and equipment control.
• Strong hands-on experience with RF test equipment and lab instrumentation.
• Ability to architect test setups and automate test sequences for RF hardware performance.
• Strong technical documentation skills including test plans, procedures and reports.

Responsibilities

• Own the full test lifecycle for 5G NTN UE solutions from strategy through execution and maintenance.
• Translate customer requirements and 5G NTN standards into detailed, traceable test plans.
• Specify RF test equipment and develop software automation to drive equipment.
• Execute tests, capture data, validate results against requirements and standards.
• Document and report results, failures, and risks to engineering and program stakeholders.
• Maintain and improve test suites as requirements evolve and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Test engineering

RF test experience

Python programming

SCPI command knowledge

Automation scripting

Documentation skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Education

BS in Electrical/Computer Engineering or CS

Tools

Keysight RF test equipment

Rhode & Schwarz RF test equipment

SCPI

Python

Job description

• Salary : $120,000 USD Annually - $150,000 USD Annually
• Years Of Experience : 007

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 has an exciting opportunity in Colorado Springs for a Hardware Test and Automation Engineer who will own the full test lifecycle for our custom 5G NTN UE solutions, from strategy definition through execution and long-term maintenance.

Responsibilities include interpreting 5G NTN standards and customer-specific requirements and translating them into detailed, traceable test plans. Specifying the RF test equipment needed to support those plans. Developing the software automation that drives that equipment against the device under test. Executing tests, capturing data, and validating results against both customer requirements and 5G standards. And finally, documenting and reporting results, failures, and risks to engineering and program stakeholders. The engineer will also maintain and improve the test suite as requirements evolve, investigate and characterize failures, and drive continuous improvement of test processes, tooling, and coverage. This role is central to ensuring our products meet technical, customer, and quality expectations through disciplined test development and thorough issue reporting.

Experience and Skills

• 7+ years of Test Engineering experience
• BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related field.
• Ability to interpret and breakdown hardware specifications into a test plan
• Familiarity with best practices for automation of Keysight and/or Rhode & Schwarz RF test equipment
• Proficiency with SCPI command sets and Python 3 for test automation, scripting and equipment control
• Strong hands-on experience with RF test equipment, including spectrum analyzers, signal generators, network analyzers and related lab instrumentation
• Ability to architect test setups and automate test sequences to characterizer RF hardware performance
• Strong technical documentation skills, including test plans, test procedures, test reports, and issue tracking
• Ability to work cross-functionally with hardware, software, systems, and program teams
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills in lab environments

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience performing cellular hardware testing (LTE or 5G technologies)
• Familiarity with 3GPP specifications and cellular conformance or performance test methodologies
• Experience with custom hardware platforms that combine RF, digital, and embedded software components
• Experience with lab bring-up, calibration methods, and measurement uncertainty considerations

#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-$150,000

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.

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

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