SATCOM Software Quality Engineer – DevOps & Compliance

Kratos Space Training & Cyber; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Kratos Defense in Colorado Springs seeks a Software Quality Engineer for SATCOM and Space Ground Resource Management systems. You will oversee software processes across the development lifecycle and ensure compliance with Kratos quality standards.

The role includes audits, DevOps input, risk assessments, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, compliant software. Travel ~10% may be required, and eligible for security clearance is expected.

Qualifications

• BS in Software Engineering, CS, EE, ME, or related STEM field.
• 5+ years in Software QA/QE roles.
• Experience with Agile development and audit methodologies.
• Experience with DevOps tools and CI/CD pipelines.
• Ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and conduct audits.
• Travel up to 10%.
• Must have Secret clearance and ability to obtain TS/SCI.

Responsibilities

• Supports ISO9001/AS9100 software compliance in projects.
• Performs software quality audits and risk assessments.
• Leads internal Software Quality audits for projects and systems.
• Reviews requirement validation test plans and procedures.
• Interfaces with customers on quality issues (FRB, quality compliance).
• Ensures software design reviews are conducted and documented.
• Maintains documentation of software baselines and corrective actions.
• Addresses non-conformances and implements corrective actions.

Skills

Software QA

DevOps

Agile

Leadership

Education

B.S. in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or relevant STEM field

Tools

Jira

Bitbucket

Bamboo

Nexus

Git

Atlassian

Artifactory

CI/CD

Job description

Kratos Defense in Colorado Springs seeks a Software Quality Engineer for SATCOM and Space Ground Resource Management systems. You will oversee software processes across the development lifecycle and ensure compliance with Kratos quality standards.

The role includes audits, DevOps input, risk assessments, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, compliant software. Travel ~10% may be required, and eligible for security clearance is expected.