Electrical Technician

Years of Experience: 4+ Starting Date: Invalid Date Travel Requirement: Compensation: Salary: $0 Job Description Kratos is currently seeking an Electrical Technician in Crane, Indiana. This role requires a practical understanding of the required system(s) and provides technical support as needed. Assist lead technician(s) and engineer(s) as required. Activities may include building and setting up electrical test equipment, preparing and conducting qualification and acceptance tests, performing system integration and testing, and operating support equipment during launch operations. Must be able to read wiring schematic diagrams, assemble cabling, and integrate electronic/mechanical components into space flight vehicles. May require up to 40% travel to support launch operations. Primary Responsibilities Assembles electrical systems and electrical harnessing for suborbital launch vehicles under the direction of senior technical staff. Tests and operates electrical systems and harnessing for suborbital launch vehicles under the direction of senior technical staff. Generates test plans, documents test results and creates post-test reports. Reviews requirements, configuration documents and wiring schematics to ascertain appropriate test specifications, test equipment, procedures, and objectives. Assesses problems encountered during testing and rapidly formulates, communicates and executes solutions. Executes launch field assembly and checkout of subsystems prior to final vehicle assembly. Assists in vehicle loading and support equipment hook-up. Supports countdown operations by arming electrical systems and operating ground support equipment. Must be able to work in a team environment and also independently as needed. Secondary Responsibilities Generates wiring schematics and interface control documents (ICDs) for integration of launch vehicle systems. Required Skills Knowledge of MIL SPEC Cable fabrication. Knowledge of power design/power electronics. Hands‑on experience and basic knowledge of electrical cabling. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Obtain and maintain certifications required for job functions (Solder, Cable, Crimp & Harness, etc.). Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance. Preferred Skills Military communications or electronics experience or training. Education and Experience Two years of post‑high school education with a focus on electronics, mathematics or other engineering related courses. Four years of practical experience in electronics assembly and/or operation. Can substitute education for 2 additional years practical experience. Work Environment Must stand for extended periods and work in elevated areas such as ladders or platforms while performing job duties. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including hard hats, gloves and steel‑toed shoes will be worn during all hazardous activities such as equipment lifting and vehicle loading operations. The noise level is usually moderate. Must lift a minimum of 50 pounds. Work is performed primarily in a team environment, but independent work is also required. Benefits Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance 401(k) Savings Plan Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) Paid Time-Off (PTO)Holidays Education Reimbursement Equal Opportunity Statement Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. Disability Accessibility Accommodation If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply to our careers site, please send your request to View email address on click.appcast.io or call View phone number on click.appcast.io. Any inquiries 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr