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 is seeking a highly motivated
Software Integration / Systems Administrator to support the installation, integration, configuration, deployment, and maintenance of software within a mission-focused environment. The candidate will work across Linux and Windows operating systems, container orchestration platforms, and automated deployment pipelines.
Key Responsibilities- Install, integrate, configure, and deploy software releases within operational environments.
- Develop and automate software deployment and release processes using Ansible.
- Build, maintain, and troubleshoot software environments across Linux and Windows operating systems.
- Use Git for source code management, version control, and software release management.
- Deploy, configure, and troubleshoot containerized applications using Rancher and Kubernetes.
- Troubleshoot software, system, networking, and application integration issues.
- Work directly with Operations to identify, troubleshoot, and correct issues affecting operational systems.
- Perform software installation, integration testing, configuration, validation, and release activities.
- Develop and maintain Ansible playbooks, automation scripts, and deployment procedures.
- Support root-cause analysis and corrective actions for system and software issues.
- Maintain technical documentation, installation procedures, configuration documentation, and release procedures.
- Coordinate with Engineering and Operations teams to ensure software releases are properly integrated and operationally ready.
- Support system upgrades, maintenance activities, testing, and operational deployments.
- Travel approximately 15% in support of mission and customer requirements.
- Engineering Experience: 5+ years of professional experience in software integration, systems administration, or a related technical discipline.
- Education: Bachelor's degree in systems engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline. Equivalent education and experience may be considered.
- Hands-on experience administering Linux and Windows operating systems.
- Experience using Git and version-control workflows.
- Experience with Rancher and Kubernetes container orchestration platforms.
- Experience developing or maintaining Ansible automation and playbooks.
- Experience with software installation, integration, configuration, and troubleshooting.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilities.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and demonstrate strong self-motivation.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively across Operations, Engineering, and Cybersecurity teams.
- Willingness to obtain a polygraph examination as required.
- Ability and willingness to travel approximately 15%.
- Current Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI
Preferred Skills/Experience - Familiarity with satellite ground systems or other mission-critical ground system environments.
- Experience with AWS cloud environments.
- Experience performing STIG hardening and implementing secure system configurations.
- Experience with VMware virtualization technologies.
- Experience working with SQL databases, including database connectivity and troubleshooting.
- Experience supporting classified or highly secure environments.
- Experience integrating software across physical, virtualized, cloud, and containerized environments.
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated software deployment.
- Experience troubleshooting Kubernetes workloads and containerized applications.
- Experience with infrastructure automation and configuration management.
- Experience supporting satellite, space, defense, or other mission-critical systems.
#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: $120,000-$135,000
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. 
