Software Engineer

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions Inc

Orlando, FL

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Aerospace and Defense, Algorithms, Analysis Skills, Atlassian JIRA, Best Practices, C Programming Language, C++ Programming Language, Coding Standards, Commissioning, Communications Protocols, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Skills, Control Systems, Data Structures, Debugging Tools, Dental Insurance, Documentation, Electrical Engineering, Electricity, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Functional Analysis, Git, Human Machine Interface (HMI), ISO 9001, Identify Issues, Industrial Development, Industry Standards, Input/Output, Integration Testing, International Electro-Technical Commission (IEC), Internet Security, Leading Edge Technology, Mentoring, Operational Control, Procedure Development, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Programming Languages, Protocol Analysis, Quality Assurance Methodology, Quality Management, Realtime Operating System, Realtime Programming, Registered Nurse (RN), Regression Testing, Reimbursement, Requirements Management, Requirements Management Software, Resource Utilization, Risk Management, Safety Standards, Safety Systems, Safety Training, Simulation, Software Administration, Software Design, Software Development, Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), Software Engineering, Software Specification, Software Validation, Source Code/Configuration Management (SCM), Stock Purchase Plans, Strategic Planning, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), System Integration (SI), System Operations, System Test, Technical Writing, Test Plan/Schedule, Unified Modeling Language (UML), Unit Test, Validation Plan, Verification Plans, Vision Plan
LOCATION
Orlando, FL
POSTED
30+ days ago

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  • Follows established software development procedures and adheres to relevant industry standards (e.g., IEC 61508 for functional safety, MISRA C/C++, or other applicable coding standards), and best practices for real-time software rn
  • Proficient with requirements analysis principles and methodologies as applied to real-time embedded software, including functional, performance, timing, reliability, and safety critical aspects for control systems rn
  • Experienced with real-time software design and development lifecycles, algorithm implementation, control logic programming (e.g., C, C++, PLC languages if applicable), data structures, and comprehensive software documentation rn
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  • Strong computer skills, including proficiency with standard office software, high proficiency in programming languages such as C and/or C++ for real-time embedded systems, experience with version control systems (e.g., Git), and familiarity with development/debugging tools and environments for embedded control systems rn
  • BS degree in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a relevant technical field with significant software development experience focused on control systems rn
  • Minimum 3-5 years of experience in real-time software development for industrial control systems, with demonstrable experience in designing, developing, testing, and deploying software for the operational control of fluid systems, electrical systems, and/or safety-critical applications rn

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Preferred Skills/Experience

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  • Proficiency with Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) simulation platforms and methodologies for testing and validating control software rn
  • In-depth knowledge and practical experience with industrial communication protocols such as DDS, OPC UA, or MQTT, including protocol analysis and troubleshooting rn
  • Knowledge of cybersecurity principles and best practices for Industrial Control Systems (ICS) and SCADA environments (e.g., IEC 62443) rn
  • Experience with any combination of: Git, Jira, and Jama requirements management software rn
  • Knowledge and/or experience with relevant quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001) and CMMC rn

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#LI-Onsite

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Competitive salary based on experience and education

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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.

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This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

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  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
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  • 401(k) Savings Plan
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
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  • Holidays
  • Education Reimbursement

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  • Responsible for software requirements definition, development, communications (internal and external), and testing rn
  • Mentors and develops other engineers rn
  • Conducts requirements analysis to elicit, document, and manage the functional, performance, timing, safety, and non-functional requirements of real-time control software for fluid, electrical, and safety systems, ensuring robust interaction and adherence to relevant software development and safety standards (e.g., IEC 61508 and other applicable industry standards) rn
  • Develops and maintains detailed software design specifications, well-structured source code, and comprehensive technical documentation rn
  • Applies software modeling techniques (e.g., UML, state diagrams), simulation tools, and rigorous testing methodologies to analyze, verify, and optimize the structure, behavior, performance, and reliability of control software rn
  • Performs functional analysis to decompose high-level system control requirements into detailed software functions, modules, and tasks, allocating them to specific software components and defining clear interfaces with hardware (sensors, actuators, PLCs) for fluid, electrical, and safety control rn
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About the Company

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Kratos Defense & Security Solutions Inc

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (Nasdaq:KTOS) is a specialized Technology Company providing mission critical products, solutions and services for United States National Security. Kratos' core capabilities are sophisticated engineering, manufacturing and system integration offerings for National Security platforms and programs. Kratos' areas of expertise include Command, Control, Communications, Computing, Combat and Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (C5ISR) systems, satellite communications, electronic warfare, unmanned systems, hypersonic systems, directed and high power energy systems, electromagnetic railgun, missile defense, cyber warfare, cybersecurity, information assurance, and critical infrastructure security. Kratos has primarily an engineering and technically oriented work force of approximately 3,100. Substantially all of Kratos' work is performed on a military base, in a secure facility or at a critical infrastructure location.

COMPANY SIZE
1,500 to 1,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Aerospace and Defense
WEBSITE
http://www.kratosdefense.com/