Assembly, Integration & Test (AIT) Engineer (SME)

Assembly, Integration & Test (AIT) Engineer (SME)
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.

Job Description
Aurex is seeking a Test Subject Matter Expert with Assembly, Integration, and Test experience to lead and support Test and Evaluation activities across advanced space and software systems supporting national security missions. This role is responsible for ensuring programs are prepared to enter, execute, and successfully exit critical test phases, including Assembly, Integration, and Test milestones. You will work across engineering, program management, and government stakeholders to develop and execute test strategies that validate system performance and mission readiness. This role requires a technically strong leader who can connect system design to test execution, ensure disciplined test processes, and drive results in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. In this role, you will support and lead Test and Evaluation activities across space and software systems, ensuring alignment with program objectives and acquisition requirements. You will develop and execute test strategies, plans, reports, and briefings, while participating in test execution, verification, and analysis activities. You will support programs in entering and exiting Assembly, Integration, and Test milestones, ensuring readiness and compliance with test requirements. You will collaborate with government clients, Federally Funded Research and Development Centers, and contractor teammates to achieve program goals. You will contribute to continuous improvement of test processes and ensure clear communication across stakeholders at all levels.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience supporting DoD Test and Evaluation activities
• 7+ years of experience working Test and Evaluation on space systems
• 5+ years of experience working Test and Evaluation on software systems
• Experience supporting programs through Assembly, Integration, and Test milestones
• Experience working in a collaborative team environment developing test strategies, plans, reports, and briefings, and participating in test execution, verification, and analysis
• Ability to communicate effectively and establish collaborative relationships with government clients, Federally Funded Research and Development Centers, and contractor teammates
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently, demonstrating initiative to complete complex tasks
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Active Secret clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline

Desired

• 2+ years of experience with software programs utilizing Agile methodologies
• 2+ years of experience working with software factories or DevSecOps pipelines
• 2+ years of experience with military SATCOM systems
• Experience planning, executing, and reporting for Lead Developmental Test Organizations or Operational Test Authorities
• Experience with tools such as Confluence or Jira
• ITEA Certified Test and Evaluation Professional (CTEP) certification or similar T&E certification
• Active TS/SCI clearance
• Master’s degree

How You Will Be Rewarded
The salary range for this role is $165,000 - $195,000 per year. 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

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.

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