Senior Systems Engineer

Auria is currently seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to join our team in Colorado. This role is mostly remote; there will be in‑person collaboration periodically with the team at Auria’s main office in Colorado Springs. Travel, when necessary, will be required to support programs on‑site at customer facilities located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and Laurel, Maryland, typically once every six months, subject to change based on project or customer requirements.

The Senior Systems Engineer will support the development of onboard satellite autonomy and reactive mission planning, enabling the satellite to coordinate with other satellites for resource allocation in support of overall system goals. The software targets execution on lightweight embedded flight computers, so a strong working knowledge of developing code for constrained processing and memory deployment is essential. The software is configurable to support a wide range of satellite scales and capabilities, as well as other vehicle classes such as unmanned air vehicles, unmanned underwater vehicles, and unmanned rovers.

• Software Requirements Gathering/Management
• Software Solution Architecture and Design
• Software Development Management (Issue creation/tracking)
• Software Team Meeting Organizer/Lead
• Software Automated Testing Design/Creation/Validation

• Active Top Secret Clearance with SCI Eligibility (U.S. Citizenship required)
• BS in Engineering or equivalent
• Strong experience in full software development life cycle
• 2+ years experience with requirements and test development
• 2+ years experience in aerospace software development
• Python coding language (2+ years)
• Effective communication and documentation skills
• Experience developing and testing flight software on satellite missions
• Experience with initial on‑orbit checkout of flight software and the transition to operations
• Working knowledge of developing code for constrained processing and memory deployment
• Understanding of spacecraft orbital mechanics
• Understanding of satellite attitude dynamics and control
• Understanding of satellite subsystems and their interrelationships
• Mission‑Driven Professional:
  Collaborative contributor motivated to develop cutting‑edge solutions that protect and serve both the nation and the world

• C++ coding language (2+ years)
• 2+ years Containerization technology experience (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Satellite Systems Engineering experience
• Experience with messaging middleware solutions (e.g., ROS, NATS, gRPC)
• Experience using Ansys STK or equivalent for satellite mission analysis

$125,000 - $150,000, based on qualifications, skills, education, and experience.

June 11, 2026

• Generous & Growing PTO:
  Start with a substantial paid time off package that increases each year.
• True Flexibility:
  Contract permitting use of Flex Time to work in a way that fits your life.
• 11 Paid Days Off: 6 fixed company holidays + 5 floating holidays.
• 401(k) Match up to 4% of your contributions, with immediate vesting.
• Education Support:
  Up to $12,000 annually for tuition and certifications.
• Premium Healthcare and Lower Costs:
  High‑quality medical plans with a Company‑Sponsored HSA.
• Fully Covered Life Insurance:
  Up to $50,000 at no cost to you.
• Holistic Support:
  Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, financial coaching, and 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.