Space Vehicle Systems Engineer - GPS IIIF

Space Vehicle Systems Engineer - GPS IIIFEl Segundo, CA (Hybrid/Remote)Aurex is a mission-focused aerospace and defense company building the next frontier of deterrence. From hypersonics and missile defense to hardened networks and orbital systems, we design, test, and deliver the platforms that turn unproven ideas into battlefield-ready capability.Born in Huntsville and built for speed, Aurex brings together aerospace veterans, combat-tested operators, and forward-leaning technologists to solve problems that matter—fast. We move from whiteboard to warfighter with precision, clarity, and zero tolerance for fluff.Basic Qualifications4+ years of experience with satellite systems engineering, planning, integration, and testingExperience with systems engineering, planning, development, integration, and testing of multiple space vehicle subsystems and their components, including structures, mechanisms, electrical power, attitude control, thermal, propulsion, communications, or commandExperience with space system and DoW program reviews, including SRR, SDR and SFR, PDR, CDR, MRR, TRR, FCA, or PCAExperience with collaboration tools, including Confluence or JiraExperience analyzing subsystem and program-level integrated master schedule (IMS) and contractor earned value management (EVM) dataExperience with space vehicle-level tests, including system performance tests, TVAC, acoustics, or EMI and EMC testingAbility to be highly motivated, display a dynamic work ethic, and contribute to the DoW missionAbility to communicate effectively and establish collaborative relationships with government clients and contractor teammatesSecret clearanceBachelor's degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or Computer SciencePreferred Qualifications7+ years of experience with space vehicle systems engineering, planning, integration, and testingExperience performing multiple systems engineering and program management functionsExperience with requirements verificationKnowledge of the DoW acquisition lifecycle and milestones, and DoW systems engineering, testing, and production policies, standards, and practicesKnowledge of GPS space, ground, or user segmentsPossession of excellent interpersonal skillsTop Secret clearanceMaster's degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or Computer SciencePMP, ESEP, CSEP, or OCSMP CertificationThe salary range for this role is $120,000 - $165,000 annually. We offer a comprehensive total rewards approach to compensation, providing incentives and benefits that extend far beyond the base salary.

Compensation is determined by the candidate's work experience, education, training, and relevant skills. We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support our employees' health, well-being, and professional growth.The posted salary range represents Aurex's good-faith estimate of the anticipated hiring range for this position. The specific salary offered within this range will be determined based on the candidate's relevant experience, education, training, and job-related qualifications.Aurex is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It prohibits discrimination, retaliation, or any type of harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, citizenship, immigration status, or any other legally protected status in employment, including in hiring, firing, and recruiting decisions. All applicants must be authorized to work lawfully in the United States for positions at Aurex. There may be limited circumstances in which a law, regulation, executive order, or government contract would require certain citizenship; only in those limited circumstances would Aurex require certain citizenship status to comply with the relevant law, regulation, executive order, or government contract applicable to that position. For all other positions, Aurex does not consider an applicant's citizenship but only requires that the applicant be authorized to work lawfully in the United States. If a position is one that falls under export control laws and regulations requiring authorization from the U.S. government to access export-controlled items, any hiring is contingent on the applicant passing the export compliance assessment, which is separate from the I-9 process, for that specific position. A background check will be required prior to any hire. Elevate your career by joining the Aurex Platform, a leader in aerospace innovation!