Software Engineer Orbital Flight Dynamics
Colorado Springs, CO 
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Posted 15 days ago
Job Description

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 partneridriven by doing the right thing and achieving maximum success for our customers, our partners and ourselves. Kratos is seeking a Software Engineer with Orbital Flight Dynamics experience for the following responsibilities:

  • Work on OASYS (Orbit Analysis System) interfaced to the EPOCH IPS (Integrated Product Suite) system that provides an integrated, object-oriented graphical environment for spacecraft mission analysis
  • Develop tools to support daily on-orbit tasks, such as operational satellite maneuvers, launch and orbit operations, orbit determination
  • Develop OASYS user interface
  • Ensure OA product accuracy and assist in fault isolation, software anomaly analysis, and resolution
  • Perform special studies as necessary
  • Provide technical support and expertise to developers / testers / integrators
  • Define and develop design and interface concepts and plans
  • Interface with other members of the project team, program management, prime contractor personnel, subcontractors, users/consumers, and suppliers to meet project, group, and company objectives
  • Assess design changes and associated system impacts
  • Perform risk analysis and mitigation
  • Develop and write technical reports

Keyword: Orbital anayisis, C++, Perl and UNIX shell scripting
Required Experience:
  • 7+ years of job related experience
  • BS in software, computer, or electrical engineering field
  • Experience developing and configuring flight dynamics systems for use in supporting orbiting satellites
  • Programming experience in C++, Perl and UNIX shell scripting
  • Ability to develop on Windows and Linux Platforms
  • Proficiency in Mechanics, Orbit Dynamics, and Astrodynamics
  • Skills to accommodate a fast-paced software intensive development environment to diagnose and mitigate technical anomalies
  • New product development experience
  • Experience working cross-functionally across an organization
  • Ability to work independently and to be self-motivated
  • US citizen. Must be capable of gaining TS/SCI clearance with counter intelligence polygraph

Desired Skills and Experience

  • Currently active Security Clearance preferred - Level TS/SCI
  • Satellite telemetry and commanding
  • Space vehicle command and control experience
  • Space operations experience
  • Integration and test experience for complex software-intensive projects
  • Experience with virtualization technologies (VMware) and Service Oriented Architectures (SOA)
  • Programming experience in JAVA and JavaScript
  • Experience using MatLab

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Competitive salary based on experience and education
Salary Range: $140,000-$170,000

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 offeringsifrom 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.


From: Kratos Defense
Kratos is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled.


All qualified job seekers are encouraged to apply. Kratos 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.

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
7+ years
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