Space Ground Systems Integration Test Engineer
Listed on 2026-10-18
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Engineering
Systems Engineer, Test Engineer
May 11, 2026
Readiness Delivered.iKratos 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 partneridriven by doing the right thing and achieving maximum success for our customers, our partners and ourselves.
Kratos is seeking a Systems Integration Test Engineer for a large space ground system program. This role is responsible for testing enterprise software applications deployed on the FORGE Mission Data Processing Application Framework (MDPAF) and integrated with Kratos Open Space Ops Center platform. The engineer will develop and execute formal test documentation, support requirements verification, participate in operational test events, and implement automated testing solutions to ensure mission readiness.
Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
- Develop test plans, test cases, and detailed test procedures for applications deployed on FORGE MDPAF and integrated with Kratos Open Space Ops Center.
- Execute functional, integration, regression, and performance test procedures.
- Verify software and system requirements during contractor-led test events.
- Draft formal test reports and document discrepancies; track issues to resolution.
- Participate in system validation and operational test activities.
- Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts using Python or other programming languages.
- Collaborate with developers, systems engineers, cybersecurity, and government stakeholders to ensure compliance with Space Force standards and mission objectives.
Readiness Delivered.iKratos 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 partneridriven by doing the right thing and achieving maximum success for our customers, our partners and ourselves.
Kratos is seeking a Systems Integration Test Engineer for a large space ground system program. This role is responsible for testing enterprise software applications deployed on the FORGE Mission Data Processing Application Framework (MDPAF) and integrated with Kratos Open Space Ops Center platform. The engineer will develop and execute formal test documentation, support requirements verification, participate in operational test events, and implement automated testing solutions to ensure mission readiness.
Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
- Develop test plans, test cases, and detailed test procedures for applications deployed on FORGE MDPAF and integrated with Kratos Open Space Ops Center.
- Execute functional, integration, regression, and performance test procedures.
- Verify software and system requirements during contractor-led test events.
- Draft formal test reports and document discrepancies; track issues to resolution.
- Participate in system validation and operational test activities.
- Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts using Python or other programming languages.
- Collaborate with developers, systems engineers, cybersecurity, and government stakeholders to ensure compliance with Space Force standards and mission objectives.
Required Experience:
- 2-5+ years of experience in software or system testing within DoD or mission-critical environments
- Software testing background
- Understanding of Dev Sec Ops
- Self-motivated and capable of working independently and with others
- Ability to articulate technical concepts orally and in written form
- Experience developing formal test documentation (plans, procedures, reports)
- Proficiency in Python or other programming languages for test automation
- Proficiency with Linux operating system
- Familiarity with enterprise, cloud-based, or containerized architectures
- Current Secret level clearance required
- Bacheloris degree in STEM fields
Preferred Skills and Experience
- Background in space ground systems, mission processing, or command-and-control systems
- Experience with FORGE MDPAF
- Familiarity with commercial test equipment such as Spectrum Analyzer, Vector Network Analyzer, Oscilloscope, WAN Emulator,…
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