System Engineer III

Job Description

Aura is looking for a System Engineer level III with a secret clearance!

We are seeking an experienced Systems Engineer III with expertise in Full Stack Development, Agile Processes, and a strong background in Space Launch and Operations. This role will require the individual to integrate systems and software in the context of cutting-edge space projects. The ideal candidate will be a highly skilled, self-motivated, and versatile engineer capable of working across multiple domains, including system architecture, software development, and the application of Agile methodologies to ensure successful project delivery within the space launch industry.

Salary Range: $115,000 - $130,000

Responsibilities:
System Design and Architecture:

• Lead the design and architecture of complex space systems, ensuring alignment with project goals, space launch capabilities, and mission requirements.

Full Stack Software Development:

• Design, develop, and maintain full-stack software solutions (front-end, back-end, databases) to support space systems.

Agile Process Management

Space Launch Capabilities:

• Support the development and testing of systems that validate space launch operations.

Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement

Testing and Validation:

• Lead system integration testing and validation activities, ensuring that software and hardware components are properly integrated and meet mission-specific requirements.

Documentation and Reporting

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or Aerospace Engineering
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in systems engineering, with a focus on space systems and launch capabilities.
• Strong expertise in Full Stack Development, with hands-on experience in technologies such as JavaScript, Python, Java, React, Node.js, and cloud platforms.
• Experience with Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence) for managing software development life cycles.
• Demonstrated experience in space launch systems (e.g., satellite payload integration, launch vehicle systems, mission control systems) and understanding of space industry standards.
• Ability to understand and analyze space and launch vehicle operations to include trajectories, orbit selection, and propagation.
• Experience with Launch and Orbit design tools such as STK, or Post2 (NASA product)
• Experience with Javascript or Typescript.
• Experience with scrum/agile development processes and Jira.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Space industry certifications
• Cloud Experience
• Launch vehicle systems knowledge

ABOUT AURIA

Auria is a provider of solutions and software in support of complex Space, National Security, and Cyber missions of federal, international, and commercial customers. Headquartered in Colorado Springs, CO and with operations in Boulder, CO, Washington, DC, Huntsville, AL, Albuquerque, NM, Ogden, UT, and San Diego, CA, our success is built on the excellence of diverse teams advancing innovative systems and operational software to strengthen our customers’ superiority in Space. With a distinguished track record and a spirit of relentless pursuit, we set the pace for progress and execute every mission with the utmost precision.

When you join Auria as a full-time employee, you get many benefits which include:

• Generous PTO package with yearly tenure increases
• Flex time policy providing you the flexibility needed
• 11 Company-Paid Holidays per year
• Up to 4% match on 401(k) employee contributions, employer and employee contributions immediately vested
• Tuition and Certification Fee Assistance
• Low-cost medical plans that include company-sponsored HSA
• No-cost life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• And much more!

Auria is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action-Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.