RF Technician

Kratos Defense; Colorado Springs (CO); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Kratos Defense invites a qualified RF Technician to support DoD customers. This mid‑level role requires a solid grounding in engineering fundamentals and working knowledge of RF‑based electronic systems, including SATCOM equipment and RF test instruments.

You will perform analysis, integrate solutions, develop test plans, and present results to engineers and government customers. A BS/technical degree and TS/SCI clearance are required, with experience in SATCOM, cables, and DoD environments.

Qualifications

• BS or technical degree and relevant work experience.
• Active TS/SCI clearance required.
• Experience with SATCOM equipment (antennas, HPAs/SSPAs, up/down converters, LNAs, modems).
• Experience with RF test equipment incl. spectrum analyzers and generators.
• Cable maintenance, CAT-5/6, Coaxial RF, AC/DC power experience.
• Ability to write and deliver technical documents and briefings.

Responsibilities

• Provides engineering analysis, integration and development support.
• Develop SATCOM signal environments with customers for events.
• Develop and analyze Satellite link budgets.
• Develop test plans; conduct testing; document and present results to peers and government customer.
• Participate in the Software Development Life Cycle with Agile methods.
• Travel internationally to support deployments and upgrades.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Data analysis

Adaptability

Education

BS/Technical degree

Tools

SATCOM equipment

RF test equipment

Cable and coax tooling

Power meters

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. 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.

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

Keyword: SATCOM, RF, Satellite Communication Systems, RF test equipment, Spectrum Analyzer, Signal Generator, Power Meter, O-Scope
Required Experience:

• 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

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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

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.