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Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. RF Technician in Colorado Springs, Colorado
Job Descriptions:
Ready for What's Next? 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. Our culture is fast-paced and innovative. We are a trusted partner—driven by doing the right thing and achieving maximum success for our customers, our partners and ourselves. Kratos is seeking an RF Technician with the following job responsibilities:
Provides on-sight field technical expertise and manual labor in the setup, checkout, operation, teardown, packing, and transportation of advanced prototype and operational space related C4ISR systems.
Familiarity with setting up, operating and maintaining RF antenna systems is a must.
RF Antenna Technician
Set up, operate, maintain and troubleshoot various RF antenna systems
Set up operating sites in the field using deployable RF equipment
Utilize a variety of test equipment to ensure proper system alignment and operation
Train military, civilian and contractors on various RF equipment
Required Experience:
Associate of Science in STEM field
4+ years experience with both military and commercial deployable antenna systems and associated equipment
Mobility and logistics experience
Ability to operate test equipment (Spectrum-Analyzers, Signal Generators, Satellite-Simulators, O-Scopes, etc.)
Ability to setup, checkout, operate, pack and safely transport a wide range of electronics components and systems.
Ability to communicate technical approaches and details within small project teams, including team interaction and presentation.
Field and operational level expertise to support systems in deployed conditions
Ability to handle multiple efforts and switch priorities immediately to support urgent mission needs
Ability to repeatedly lift 70-100 lbs above the head repeatedly
Knowledge of proper maintenance techniques across RF, power, control, antenna, electronic component and related systems
Desired Skills and Experience
Bachelor of Science in STEM field
Experience setting up and maintaining RF equipment in deployed environments
Active Class-A commercial driver’s license to support cross-country requirements to deliver systems to other vendors and/or test ranges
Basic knowledge of fiber optics to include installation, testing, transceiver operation/troubleshooting
Background in satellite or cellular communications and associated networking and IP based systems to troubleshoot system problems
Fork lift operator certified
Understanding of systems integration across RF and baseband frequencies
Understanding of RF fundamentals and signal processing systems
Extensive RF systems and communications knowledge across open-air, closed loop and lab level environments
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Competitive salary based on experience and education Salary Range: $70,000-$90,000
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 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.
Keyword: RF, SATCOM
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