Integration/Field Engineer

Kratos Space Training & Cyber; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Kratos Defense in Colorado Springs seeks an Integration/Field Engineer to administer and maintain infrastructure supporting software development, integration, testing, and deployment within secure labs. You will build automation and ensure lab environments remain reliable, secure, and ready to support Engineering, Development, Test, and Cybersecurity activities.

Responsibilities include managing Windows/Linux infra, virtualization, storage, networks; deploying Kubernetes/OpenShift; implementing

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree in Information Technology/Cybersecurity/Space Systems field of study.
• Active Security+ Certificate with CE and ability to obtain TS/SCI.
• Eight years of experience in space operations/IT/Systems Administration or five years with relevant bachelor degree.
• Travel up to four weeks per year (less than 10% of the time) and be physically present 5 days a week.
• Favorable adjudication of TS/SCI is required.

Responsibilities

• Administer Windows, Linux, virtualization, storage, and network infrastructure supporting development and integration laboratories.
• Build, maintain, and automate enterprise lab environments for software development, integration, testing, and deployment.
• Implement and maintain GitOps workflows, source control integration, and infrastructure-as-code practices.
• Develop automation using PowerShell, Bash, Python, Ansible, or similar technologies.
• Deploy, administer, and troubleshoot Kubernetes, OpenShift, container platforms, and supporting services.
• Install, configure, patch, and maintain enterprise infrastructure with cybersecurity/configuration management requirements.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Integration, Test, and Cybersecurity teams on modernization and readiness.
• Develop technical documentation and SOPs for automation and lab environments.
• Support customer site activities and travel as required.

Skills

Systems Administration

Security+

Kubernetes

OpenShift

Terraform

Ansible

GitOps

VMware

Linux

Windows

CI/CD

Education

BA/BS in Information Technology/Cybersecurity/Space Systems

Tools

VMware

OpenShift

Kubernetes

Docker

GitLab

Ansible

Terraform

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 partneridriven by doing the right thing and achieving maximum success for our customers, our partners and ourselves. The Integration/Field Engineer, in Colorado Springs, CO, is responsible for administering and maintaining the infrastructure supporting software development, integration, testing, and deployment activities within secure laboratory environments. This position develops automation, implements modern infrastructure management practices, and ensures lab environments remain reliable, secure, and ready to support Engineering, Development, Test, and Cybersecurity activities.

Responsibilities include:

• Administer Windows, Linux, virtualization, storage, and network infrastructure supporting development and integration laboratories.
• Build, maintain, and automate enterprise lab environments supporting software development, integration, testing, and deployment activities.
• Implement and maintain GitOps workflows, source control integration, and infrastructure-as-code practices.
• Develop automation using PowerShell, Bash, Python, Ansible, or similar technologies to improve operational efficiency and repeatability.
• Deploy, administer, and troubleshoot Kubernetes, OpenShift, container platforms, and supporting services.
• Install, configure, patch, and maintain enterprise infrastructure while ensuring compliance with cybersecurity and configuration management requirements.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Integration, Test, and Cybersecurity teams to support modernization initiatives and laboratory readiness.
• Develop technical documentation, standard operating procedures, and automation documentation.
• Support customer site activities and travel when required.

Keyword: Systems Administration, MILSATCOM, Clearance, Cleared, Ansible, Terraform, Git, GitOPS, Kubernetes, Openshift, VMWare, ESXi, RHEL, RedHat, Linux, Windows, Virtualization, DevOPS

Required Experience

• BA/BS degree iniInformation Technology/Cybersecurity/Space Systems field of study
• The position requires an active Security+ Certificate with CE and a minimum SECRET clearance with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI.
• Candidates must have at least eight years of experience in space operations/IT/Systems Administration or five years of experience and a bacheloris degree in a relevant field.
• The role requires the ability to travel for up to four weeks per year (less than 10% of the time) and be physically present 5 days a week.
• Favorable adjudication of TS/SCI is required to remain in role.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience administering enterprise Windows Server and Linux environments.
• VMware or equivalent virtualization experience.
• Experience with Kubernetes, OpenShift, Docker, or containerized platforms.
• Experience implementing GitOps using tools such as Argo CD or Flux.
• Experience with Git, GitLab, or other enterprise source control platforms.
• Infrastructure-as-Code experience using Ansible, Terraform, or similar technologies.
• PowerShell, Bash, or Python scripting experience.
• Enterprise networking knowledge including VLANs, routing, switching, DNS, and firewalls.
• Experience supporting PKI, certificates, Active Directory, and enterprise authentication services.
• Familiarity with RMF, STIGs, and cybersecurity compliance in DoD environments.
• Experience supporting air-gapped or disconnected enterprise environments.

#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: $90,000-$120,000

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 offeringsifrom 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. i

From: Kratos Defense