Software Engineer

Join to apply for the Software Engineer role at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions Join to apply for the Software Engineer role at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Continue with Google Continue with Google Continue with Google Continue with Google Kratos Defense Rocket Support Services is seeking a Software Engineer to participate in flight software, ground support software and hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL) simulation software development for thrust vector guided suborbital launch vehicles, attitude control systems, and hypersonic projects. Ideal applicant will contribute to all elements of software development including requirements generation, software implementation, verification and validation, and documentation. May require up to 25% travel to support launch operations. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Help identify, refine and document appropriate software specifications. Implement concise and efficient software solutions. Identify and document objective evidence that software meets mission requirements and is flight ready. Provide software test plans, test procedures and test reports. Design and conduct software unit tests. Track software defects from detection to resolution. Design and conduct hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL) testing of flight components. Participate in full system integration tests. Review results of nominal, off-nominal, and Monte Carlo trajectory simulations to confirm compliance with mission requirements. Required Experience: JOB SKILLS: Proficient in C/C++ and Python. Good communication skills. Must be U.S. citizen with ability to obtain Secret clearance, active clearance preferred Previous experience working on all stages of software verification and validation. Previous experience working with embedded software systems. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Electrical Engineering. 5+ years relevant professional experience Preferred - Master's Degree in Computer Science or Engineering 3+ years of aerospace experience 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@ 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. Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Engineering and Information Technology Industries Defense and Space Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for Software Engineer roles. Continue with Google Continue with Google Continue with Google Continue with Google Annapolis Junction, MD $50,000 - $120,000 4 months ago Junior Full Stack Software Engineer (Part-Time/Internship) Columbia, MD $80,000 - $140,000 4 months ago Fort Meade, MD $12,000 - $150,000 1 month ago Columbia, MD $50,000 - $120,000 1 year ago Hanover, MD $78,000.00 - $250,000.00 1 week ago Junior F/E Software Engineer (Hybrid) - 23684 Columbia, MD $89,769.00 - $130,000.00 1 week ago Columbia, MD $130,000.00 - $200,000.00 1 month ago Annapolis Junction, MD $12,000.00 - $150,000.00 1 month ago We're unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr