Systems Engineering Manager, Space & RF Systems

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 145,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Education Reimbursement

Job summary

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions in Colorado Springs seeks an experienced Systems Engineering Manager to lead the C‑SAR system engineering team, overseeing requirements analysis, architecture, and system integration.

You will mentor engineers, guide SRR/PDR/CDR activities, support proposals and task orders, and communicate effectively with customers and internal stakeholders to meet project objectives.

Qualifications

• 10+ years engineering experience and leadership in systems engineering.
• BS in SE, CS, EE, ME or engineering equivalent.
• Active Secret Clearance with ability to obtain TS/SCI.
• Experience leading a team of System Engineers and delivering design reviews.
• Knowledge of SE tools and configuration management practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead C-SAR System Engineering team (13-15 staff) to meet contractual deliverables.
• Collaborate with Chief Engineer on architecture, baselines, and integration strategies.
• Support SecDevOps and Agile practices within the program.
• Contribute to proposals, ROMs, and scope definitions for contracts.
• Mentor engineers and ensure quality assurance throughout development.

Skills

Requirements analysis

Satellite ground systems

V&V processes

Team leadership

Mentoring staff

Education

BS in SE/CS/EE/ME

Tools

Cameo

DOORS

JIRA

Job description

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions in Colorado Springs seeks an experienced Systems Engineering Manager to lead the C‑SAR system engineering team, overseeing requirements analysis, architecture, and system integration.

You will mentor engineers, guide SRR/PDR/CDR activities, support proposals and task orders, and communicate effectively with customers and internal stakeholders to meet project objectives.