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Kratos Defense

Principal Orbit Analyst/Product Developer

Kratos Defense, Glenn Dale, Maryland, United States, 20769


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At Kratos, we encourage an entrepreneurial spirit balanced with discipline. We work hard and take care of our customers, employees, and families. Recognized as thought leaders in our industry, we are motivated by creating and delivering innovative solutions to our nation and global customers.

We are currently looking for a

Principal Orbit Analyst/Product Developer

for our Lanham, MD

or

Colorado Springs, CO office who is responsible for performing software development for a flight dynamics software product as well as performing orbit analysis and providing satellite mission engineering support.

Primary functions:

Perform orbit database development for use in COTS flight dynamics products

Analyze customer requirements to identify unmet requirements, including with respect to proposal efforts

Design and develop COTS product enhancements as required to satisfy customer requirements and appeal to the marketplace

Interface with users of COTS flight dynamics product and solve reported issues

Support both internal and external users of COTS Flight Dynamics product

Travel to customer locations for reviews, installation, and testing of COTS products (2-4 weeks per year total is nominal)

Experience and Skills:

Extensive knowledge of the flight dynamics process for orbital spacecraft

Experience designing complex software systems

Experience coding in C, C++ or similar language

Preferred Skills and Experience:

Experience with day-to-day operations of a satellite

Experience with a configuration management system such as Git or Subversion

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

Competitive salary based on experience and educationSalary Range: $156,000-$190,000

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

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