Job DescriptionReadiness 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. We are seeking an
Orbital Analyst to work a
hybrid schedule and join our flight dynamics software team supporting critical
24x7 space operations and software development. In this role you'll be working with our Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) flight dynamics products to support both internal and external customers.
- Develop & Innovate: Build and maintain orbit databases for use in COTS flight dynamics products, ensuring optimal performance for mission-critical operations. Built from specifications and requirements
- Design & Optimize: Apply and refine orbit design and optimization guidelines for our 24x7 operational systems
- Solve Complex Problems:Analyze customer requirements, identify gaps, and design product enhancements to meet evolving mission needs
- Provide Expert Support: Serve as a technical liaison between users and our flight dynamics products, troubleshooting issues and delivering solutions
- Collaborate: Work directly with customers for product reviews, installations, and testing
Experience and SkillsEducation: Master's or Doctorate degree in Aeronautical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Astronautical Engineering, or related discipline from an accredited institution
Experience:
- Minimum 2 years in orbit analysis
- Minimum 2 years in application or product development
Technical Expertise:
- Strong foundation in orbital mechanics and celestial mechanics
- Experience with flight dynamics analysis and operations
- Proficiency with COTS flight dynamics software
Preferred Skills/Experience: - Software development experience in C/C++, Python or Java
- Familiarity with orbital analysis tools (STK, FreeFlyer, GMAT, or similar)
- Experience supporting 24x7 operational systems
- Background in satellite operations or mission design
- Strong customer service and communication skills
- Experience with a configuration management system such as Git or Subversion
- Experience with the software development lifecycle
#LI-HybridCompetitive salary based on experience and education
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
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