Receptionist​/Security Assistant

Receptionist / Security Assistant

Huntsville, AL

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 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.

The Receptionist / Security Assistant serves as the primary front-desk presence for Aurex headquarters and is the first point of contact for visitors, callers, and external partners. This role is responsible for delivering a professional, welcoming reception experience while ensuring compliance with established visitor management and security procedures.

This position plays a key role in daily headquarters operations and provides exposure to security and facility operations, offering growth opportunities into future security support roles.

• Greet and check in all visitors in a professional and courteous manner.
• Verify visitor information, issue visitor badges, and maintain accurate visitor logs.
• Ensure visitors remain in the lobby until met and escorted by authorized personnel.
• Communicate visitor arrivals promptly to internal staff.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for incoming external calls to headquarters.
• Answer, screen, and route calls accurately and professionally.
• Provide general information and direct inquiries to the appropriate departments or personnel.

• Receive, organize, and distribute incoming mail to designated recipients, ensuring it is handled appropriately.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional front desk and lobby environment.
• Assist the security team with administrative tasks such as updating logs, coordinating badge-related activities, and supporting day-to-day operations.

• Follow established security procedures related to visitor access and escort requirements.
• Serve as a communication point during emergencies, evacuations, or other facility incidents, following established protocols.

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain professionalism and composure in a front-facing role.
• Ability to follow established procedures and elevate issues appropriately.
• Ability to work onsite during standard daytime business hours.
• 2+ years of experience in a professional office or security-sensitive environment (e.g., defense, aerospace, or law enforcement).

• Prior experience in a receptionist, front-desk, or administrative support role.
• 2+ years of experience in a professional office or security-sensitive environment (e.g., defense, aerospace, or law enforcement).
• Interest in developing skills related to security, facilities, or operations support.

The pay range for this role is $15-$20/hr
. 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.

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 re may be limited circumstances in which a…