Assembly, Integration & Test; AIT Engineer; SME

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

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.

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.

Location:

El Segundo, CA

Salary Range: $165,000 - $195,000 per year

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.