RF Technician

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Paid Time-Off (PTO)

Holidays

Job summary

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions in Colorado Springs seeks an RF Technician to support DoD customers. The role requires strong RF fundamentals, SATCOM knowledge, and experience with RF test equipment. Candidates should be prepared for international travel and collaboration across agile teams.

The position offers competitive salary with benefits and opportunities to work on leading aerospace communication programs. TS/SCI clearance is required and a BS or technical degree is expected.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance required.
• BS or technical degree with relevant work experience.
• Strong knowledge of SATCOM equipment and RF systems.
• Experience with RF test equipment and measurements.
• Able to write technical documents and briefings.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering analysis, integration and development support.
• Develop SATCOM signal environments with customers for events.
• Create and analyze Satellite link budgets.
• Prepare test plans; perform tests; document and present results.
• Participate in SDLC with Agile methodologies.
• Travel internationally for deployments, upgrades and sustainment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

TS/SCI clearance

RF engineering

SATCOM equipment

RF test gear

Cable maintenance

Technical writing

Signal generation

DoD experience

Team collaboration

Education

BS or technical degree

Tools

Spectrum Analyzer

Signal Generator

Power Meter

O-Scope

Coaxial RF

Job description

Job Description

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. We are a trusted partner—driven by doing the right thing and achieving maximum success for our customers, our partners and ourselves.

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.

Kratos has an exciting opportunity for a qualified and experienced RF Technician to support Department of Defense customers. The RF Technician is a mid-level position who possesses a strong knowledge of engineering fundamentals with working knowledge of radio frequency (RF)-based electronic systems.

Readiness Delivered.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provides engineering analysis, integration and development support
• Develop SATCOM signal environments with customers to meet event execution
• Develop and analyze Satellite link budgets
• Develop test plans; conduct testing; interpret, document, and present the results to engineering peers, leadership, and the government customer
• Active participation in the full Software Development Life Cycle leveraging Agile methodologies
• Reoccurring international travel to potentially austere environments for deployed system installations, upgrades and sustainment efforts
• Performs other duties as assigned

Experience And Skills

• Must have an Active TS/SCI clearance
• BS or technical degree and relevant work experience
• Knowledge of SATCOM equipment including, but not limited to, antennas, HPAs/SSPAs, up/down-converters, LNAs, and modems
• Experience with RF test equipment, Spectrum Analyzer, Signal Generator, Power Meter, O-Scope
• Experience with cable maintenance and fabrication, CAT-5/6, Coaxial RF, AC/DC power
• Experience writing and delivering technical documents and briefings
• Knowledge of SATCOM signals including modulation, error correction, and associated signal generation equipment
• Experience with troubleshooting satellite communications systems
• Ability to react quickly in a dynamic environment
• Ability to work in a collaborative team environment
• Ability to communicate technical approaches and details within small project teams, including team interaction and presentation

Preferred Skills And Experience

• Familiarity with computer networks
• Data analysis skills
• Military experience or working in a military environment
• DoD Test experience
• Working knowledge of current DoD Space Control and counter space systems

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: $85,000-$95,000

This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Job Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
• 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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