Readiness Delivered. Kratos builds high-performance hardware used in ground systems and space communications. Our products help communicate with satellites, spacecraft, and other mission-critical platforms. Kratos is seeking a versatile and intellectually curious Manufacturing Software Engineer to develop software that drives automated testing and supports a fast-paced electronics manufacturing environment. This role is ideal for candidates with a solid foundation in computer science who are excited to broaden their expertise into electrical and systems engineering. Youll work hands-on with hardware, collaborate directly with manufacturing teams, and build both new and existing applications that enhance production capabilities. Were looking for creative problem-solverspeople with nontraditional backgrounds, unique hobbies, or a passion for learningwho can thrive in an Agile, cross-functional setting and contribute to building robust, user?focused software tools for the manufacturing floor.
- Write software that controls specialized equipment to execute an automated test
- Test and deploy code for use on the onsite manufacturing floor
- Work directly in-person with users and stakeholders to iterate your designs
- A mix of green-field development and working in existing codebases
- Investigate faults methodically in order to resolve them in software or hand them off to a hardware expert
- Work on a cross-functional Agile team
- Receive mentorship and training from senior engineers and help non-coders with software problems
- A successful employee will work with a small team to develop and deploy one or two new software applications to the manufacturing floor in the first six months of employment.
Keyword: Python, Software Engineering, Programming, Data Structures and Algorithms, Test, Automated Test, Unit Test, Agile, Cross-functional, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, git, gitflow, SQL
Required Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering
- Proficiency with theory and application of Data Structures and Algorithms
- Proficiency in git
- Proficiency writing code for medium to large projects without AI assistance (We use AI tools for some but not all projects)
- Familiarity with at least one command line interface such as Bash or Powershell
- Desire to learn electrical and systems engineering concepts on the job
- US Citizen with Secret clearance eligibility
Preferred Skills/Experience
- Proficiency with python
- Familiarity with full-stack webapp development. Our tech stack is postgres, sqlalchemy, flask, bootstrap, ES6 Javascript, and HTML
- Knowledge of computer networking concepts
- Any experience with computer hardware, robotics, or IT even if you've just built a PC.
- Experience with any of these technologies: REST APIs, RS-232, Arduino, 10+ Gbit Ethernet
- Experience with RF Test and Measurement
- Lacking RF T&M experience, advanced physics courses or music theory are relevant
- Experience with manufacturing or automated test
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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: $80,000-$100,000
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 offeringsfrom 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.
From: Kratos Defense