Systems Engineer

Auria is seeking a Systems Engineer / Technical Project Engineer to support our customer at Kirtland AFB, NM. As the Technical Project Engineer for the Space Systems Command, your responsibility is to support and oversee all information technology aspects of ground system integration and maintenance. You will work closely with a team of engineers and technicians to ensure the success of the mission. Your job includes designing and implementing new technology solutions, troubleshooting technical issues, and providing technical support. You will also be responsible for ensuring that all systems are running smoothly and efficiently, as well as staying up to date with the latest advancements in ground and cloud-based technology. Your role is crucial in maintaining the operation of space systems, and your innovative ideas and problem-solving skills will be highly valued.

Primary responsibilities:

• Work with cross functional teams (networking, systems admins, cyber, hardware, etc.) to develop, integrate, maintain, sustain, and retire legacy satellite ground systems supporting Space Systems Command
• Create Engineering Review Board (ERB) and Change Control Board (CCB) presentations to document requirements, present the technical solution, propose the implementation strategy, and propose the test strategy
• Create and maintain system documents such as the Interface Control Document, System Interface Document, network topologies, and data flow diagrams
• Integrate and test supporting space ground systems hardware and software from various vendors; work with networking teams to configure and test interfaces; work with systems administration teams to test mission software 
• Draft and maintain supporting plans and procedures such as the system test plan, system implementation plan and system test procedures
• Develop and maintain the implementation and test schedules with the customer
• Advise the customer on test strategies for ground system integration and test; work with Satellite Control Network test centers as part of system integration and test
• Integrate and test mobile ground systems supporting SV Factory Compatibility Test (FCT)
• Work with cyberspace engineers to develop, integrate, and maintain a secure network
• 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 tasks to design, analyze, install, manage, and configure advanced LAN and network systems, supporting mission essential systems
• Maintain cognizance over technical activities and schedule milestones within program Integrated Product Teams (IPTs)
• Participate in technical interchange meetings and reviews

Required Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering field and 2 years of technical experience; 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
• 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:

• Project Management fundamentals with a focus on building schedules
• Familiar with ISO/IEC/IEEE 15288 and the DoD Systems Engineering Guidebook
• Familiar with IT Cloud Fundamentals
• Familiar with collaboration tools such as Jira and Confluence
• Familiar with supporting components such as firewalls, cryptographic hardware, databases, routing and network-based protocols, and virtualization technologies
• 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
• Demonstrated experience exhibiting strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Demonstrated experience exhibiting strong customer service attitude and focus

Salary Range: ($60k - $74k) 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.