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Early Career (2+ yrs experience)
$175,000 - $225,000
Aerospace and Aviation
El Segundo, CA (On-Site/Office)
Science & Technology Engineer for Next-Generation Military Satellites
El Segundo CA
Who We Are
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 Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in relevant engineering field and 5+ years of experience in the design, operation, or military usage of GPS and/or military communications satellites
• 2+ years of experience actively pursuing and executing DoD science & technology funding and contracting processes using organizations such as SBIR (joint), AFRL, ONR, DARPA, etc.
• 2+ years of experience in DoD budgeting, congressional funding, and acquisition processes
• Experience in the engineering fields of radio frequency (RF) engineering, semiconductor specifications, microprocessors, software development, satellite buses, radiation hardening, and other technical specialties as applied to satellite design, manufacturing, and in-orbit capabilities
• Knowledge of test and qualification procedures required for satellite equipment prior to flight
• Detailed knowledge of the GPS and/or military communications narrowband, wideband, tactical, and strategic waveforms
• Knowledge of high satellite density LEO constellations: theory of operation, control mechanisms, communications waveforms, and security
• Working knowledge of modern and legacy military cryptographic capabilities and their applications to satellite waveforms, orbits, and military users
• Detailed knowledge of the defense of PNT and/or satellite communications networks from electronic warfare engagement by hostile actors
• Knowledge of satellite ground systems and control operations for military satellites and their payloads
• Possession of excellent conflict resolution, problem-solving, research, and analysis skills
• Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills, including presentation skills, for senior military and Government civilian management audiences
• Active DoD Secret clearance
Preferred Qualifications
• Knowledge of AI/ML technologies and techniques as applied to satellite applications
• In-depth knowledge of military communications waveforms, communications, networks, and communications satellites
• In-depth knowledge of Military GPS ground systems and Protected Positioning Service (PPS) signals
• In-depth knowledge of electronic warfare
• Ability to read, comprehend, and interpret Chinese-language technical literature to English-speaking peers
• Master’s degree in engineering or a related field
• Active DoD TS/SCI clearance
How You Will Be Rewarded
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.
Location: El Segundo, CA
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The salary range for this role is $175,000 - $225,000 annually. 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!
El Segundo CA
Who We Are
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 Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in relevant engineering field and 5+ years of experience in the design, operation, or military usage of GPS and/or military communications satellites
• 2+ years of experience actively pursuing and executing DoD science & technology funding and contracting processes using organizations such as SBIR (joint), AFRL, ONR, DARPA, etc.
• 2+ years of experience in DoD budgeting, congressional funding, and acquisition processes
• Experience in the engineering fields of radio frequency (RF) engineering, semiconductor specifications, microprocessors, software development, satellite buses, radiation hardening, and other technical specialties as applied to satellite design, manufacturing, and in-orbit capabilities
• Knowledge of test and qualification procedures required for satellite equipment prior to flight
• Detailed knowledge of the GPS and/or military communications narrowband, wideband, tactical, and strategic waveforms
• Knowledge of high satellite density LEO constellations: theory of operation, control mechanisms, communications waveforms, and security
• Working knowledge of modern and legacy military cryptographic capabilities and their applications to satellite waveforms, orbits, and military users
• Detailed knowledge of the defense of PNT and/or satellite communications networks from electronic warfare engagement by hostile actors
• Knowledge of satellite ground systems and control operations for military satellites and their payloads
• Possession of excellent conflict resolution, problem-solving, research, and analysis skills
• Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills, including presentation skills, for senior military and Government civilian management audiences
• Active DoD Secret clearance
Preferred Qualifications
• Knowledge of AI/ML technologies and techniques as applied to satellite applications
• In-depth knowledge of military communications waveforms, communications, networks, and communications satellites
• In-depth knowledge of Military GPS ground systems and Protected Positioning Service (PPS) signals
• In-depth knowledge of electronic warfare
• Ability to read, comprehend, and interpret Chinese-language technical literature to English-speaking peers
• Master’s degree in engineering or a related field
• Active DoD TS/SCI clearance
How You Will Be Rewarded
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.
Location: El Segundo, CA
_________________
The salary range for this role is $175,000 - $225,000 annually. 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!
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