System Test & Exercise Coordinator

Job Description Readiness Delivered. 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 Defense is seeking a System Test and Exercise Coordinator to support Space Force’s Infrastructure Portfolio Acquisition Executive, System Delta 81 capabilities. This role blends software and hardware testing and exercise coordination, focusing on Space and Cyber systems. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in development and execution of test plans, coordination and execution of exercises across agencies, and pre-and-test activities supporting the customer. Key Responsibilities Define and execute test plans in alignment with the test agency goalsCoordinate, support and conduct quarterly exercises and test events for various agenciesCollaborate with engineering, program management, and government Job Duties Develop, coordinate, and execute exercise and test events across various government and non-government agenciesMaintain processes and procedures for conducting test and exercise events, and aid 3rd parties in the preparation and executionAid engineering team in preparation of the system for test/exercise events and ensure relevant test is recorded/provided to the test agencies after test/exercise is completedGuide pre and post-test activities (Test Readiness Reviews [TRR], After Action Reviews [AAR]) and generate/maintain test reports.Stakeholders to align testing and exercises with evolving program objectives Experience And Skills 7-10 years experience in similar roleBachelors degree in a STEM fieldProven experience in test development including manual and automated approachesProven experience in training and exercise development and supportExperience with RF, SATCOM, and cyber systems – maintenance and operational background is preferredExcellent leadership, communication, and documentation skillsCurrent, active Top Secret w/ability to obtain SCI and higher Preferred Skills And Experience Proficiency in test management tools (e.g., JIRA, TestRail, Zephyr) 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: $110,000-$140,000 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 CoverageLife/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance401(k) Savings PlanEmployee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)Paid Time-Off (PTO)HolidaysEducation Reimbursement Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. EOE, Minorities, Females, Vet, Disabled, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity or any other protected class. All qualified job seekers are encouraged to apply. Kratos Defense 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. EEO Is The Law Disability Accessibility Accommodation If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply to our careers site, please send your request to HRAccessibility@kratosdefense.com or call 858-964-2916. Any inquires not related to requesting an accommodation will be discarded. Pay Transparency The company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Job Applicant Privacy Notice For applicants in the EU and California residents, please review our privacy notice.