Auria is seeking a Systems Engineer / Project Integration Engineer, ideally with Space Vehicle (SV) and ground systems familiarity, to support our customer at Kirtland AFB, NM. This position will provide technical leadership and support in the areas of IT planning, solution specification/design, and implementation. Should have knowledge of information technology solutions and experience designing and developing technical solutions. Will provide IT system performance analysis, requirements engineering and management, testing and evaluation for successful system development, design, implementation, operational maintenance, and decommission services for the customer network. The position requires on-site work at KAFB with approximately 10% travel.
Primary responsibilities:
- Collaborate with project engineering lead, systems engineers and other technical staff to identify, assess, and present options for meeting functional and technical requirements of satellite ground systems, which may include hardware and/or software
- Ensure compliance with approved system engineering methods and quality standards, reviewing existing processes and developing solutions to increase productivity
- Support the client's requirements for the utilization of the LAN/Network systems for internet facing and internal systems in support of mission essential training
- Support tasks to design, analyze, install, manage, and configure advanced LAN and network systems, supporting mission essential systems
- Maintain documentation such as architecture diagrams, CONOPS plans, requirements, and test plans
- Interface with teammates to resolve and mitigate problems arising during implementation
- Maintain cognizance over technical activities and schedule milestones within program Integrated Product Teams (IPTs)
- Participate in technical interchange meetings and reviews
- Assist technical teams with Engineering Review Board (ERB) and Change Control Board (CCB) presentation slides
Required Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in an engineering field and 9 years of technical experience or 4 additional years of experience may be used in lieu of degree
- Active Top Secret or DoE Q clearance with SCI eligibility (must be eligible for SCI indoctrination within first 3 months of start date) and be able to obtain and maintain TS/SCI
- Minimum 3 years' direct experience in space systems, space command and control, or equivalent relevant disciplines including industry (development Contractor), DoD or other Agency (NRO, NSA, NASA, etc.) background
- Able to build and maintain relationships and partnerships with stakeholders at all levels
- Comfortable working in a changing and dynamic environment
- Proficient with MS Office Suite, including a strong ability to communicate program status; orally, written and visually
Desired Skills and Experience:
- CompTIA Security + or equivalent certification required for DoD 8570 Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level 2 compliance and able to obtain environment certification within 6 months of start
- Solid background in IT, including installation and configuration of network devices and managing WANs and LANs
- Demonstrated experience exhibiting strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Salary Range: ($110k - $138k) The salary offered will be based on the selected candidate's qualifications (skills, education & experience) and the position level.
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.
