SkillBridge RF Technician Internship for Service Members

Kratos Defense; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Kratos Defense is seeking an RF Technician to support DoD customers, leveraging a strong grounding in RF systems, SATCOM and test methodologies. This mid-level role requires clearance and willingness to travel internationally to austere environments for installations, upgrades and sustainment.

Responsibilities include RF analysis, integration, test planning, and delivering results to government customers, with Agile SDLC collaboration and a readiness to mentor junior engineers as needed.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in EE or technical degree with relevant work experience.
• Active TS/SCI clearance is required.
• Experience with SATCOM equipment and RF test gear.
• Experience writing and delivering technical documents/briefings.

Responsibilities

• Provides engineering analysis, integration and development support.
• Develop SATCOM signal environments and conduct link-budget analysis.
• Develop test plans, conduct testing, and present results to engineering peers and government customers.
• Participate in the full SDLC with Agile methodologies.
• Travel internationally to austere environments for deployments and upgrades.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

RF fundamentals

SATCOM knowledge

Troubleshooting RF systems

Technical communication

Agile collaboration

Team collaboration

Clearance TS/SCI

Education

BS in EE

MS in EE

Tools

Spectrum Analyzer

Signal Generator

Power Meter

Oscilloscope

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 is an active participant in the DoD Military SkillBridge Program for transitioning service members. We are looking for a 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. Bring your military acquired skills in radio and satellite communication and we provide the training as you transition to civilian life.

Responsibilities and Duties

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

Keyword: SkillBridge, RF Technician DoD Test Experience

Required Experience

• Must have an Active TS/SCI clearance
• BS or MS Degree in EE 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. Familiarity performing link-budget analysis
• Experience with troubleshooting 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
• Typically requires +6 years of experience, and a Graduate degree. This role also typically involves some management support and mentoring Jr. Employees/Engineers.

Desired Qualifications

• Master's degree in electrical engineering or relevant field (5-10) years of relevant experience in lieu of MS)
• 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 systems

From: Kratos Defense