RF Technician

Job Description

Job Title: RF Technician

About Kratos: Ready for What’s Next?

Kratos is a leader in assured aerospace communication solutions and services, known for being cutting-edge innovators and creative problem solvers. We collaborate to tackle our customers’ toughest challenges, serving as a trusted partner driven by integrity and commitment to achieving maximum success for our customers, partners, and ourselves.

Kratos is valued for its ability to design and deliver leading-edge, resilient solutions for aerospace communication, control, awareness, and mission success. Our offerings span a continuum from commercial to tailored custom solutions and integrated programs. Customers trust us for our relevance, long-term commitment, capability, confidence, and consistent delivery.

DoD Military SkillBridge Program:

Kratos is an active participant in the DoD Military SkillBridge Program for transitioning service members. We are specifically looking for an RF Technician to support Department of Defense customers. Bring your military-acquired skills in radio and satellite communication, and we will provide the necessary training as you transition to civilian life.

Role Summary:

The RF Technician is a mid-level position within Kratos, requiring a strong knowledge of engineering fundamentals and a working understanding of radio frequency (RF)-based electronic systems.

Responsibilities And Duties:

• Provides engineering analysis, integration, and development support.
• Develops SATCOM signal environments, working with customers to meet event execution, including link budget analysis.
• Develops test plans; conducts testing; interprets, documents, and presents the results to engineering peers, leadership, and the government customer.
• Actively communicates and participates in the full SDLC leveraging Agile methodologies.
• Requires reoccurring international travel to potentially austere environments for deployed system installations, upgrades, and sustainment efforts.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Experience And Skills:

• 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.

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

Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. EOE, Minorities, Females, Vet, Disabled, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity or any other protected class. All qualified job seekers are encouraged to apply. Kratos Defense is committed to America’s veterans by providing opportunities for them to continue contributing after service to our nation. We also work to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

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