Manufacturing Software Engineer with Security Clearance

Job Description 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.

You'll work hands-on with hardware, collaborate directly with manufacturing teams, and build both new and existing applications that enhance production capabilities. We're looking for creative problem-solvers-people with nontraditional backgrounds, unique hobbies, or a passion for learning-who 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. Experience and Skills
• 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 #LI-Onsite 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 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. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date. 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