Systems Engineer III

Aurex; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 119,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurex Defense in Centennial, CO seeks a reliability engineer with aerospace experience to support the NASA Artemis program. The candidate will perform FMEA and related analyses and prepare reliability documentation.

You will present results to Program Management and collaborate with design teams to ensure compliance with customer requirements; strong written and verbal communication is required.

Qualifications

• BA or BS in Engineering or related discipline such as Aerospace Engineering or Systems Engineering.
• 5–10 years of system reliability engineering experience.
• Proficiency in FMEA and PRA applied to aerospace vehicles.
• Experience with FTA, fishbone analysis, and hazard analysis.
• Experience with launch vehicle and spacecraft design, development or operations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to communicate with customers and suppliers.
• Self-motivated with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Analyze spacecraft subsystems (avionics, propulsion, GN&C, communications, mechanical, thermal control, etc.).
• Conduct detailed FMECA on launch vehicles at component and sub-component levels.
• Support safety and mission assurance analyses and related products.
• Collaborate with engineering design teams to ensure customer requirements compliance.
• Present results to Program Management and customers.

Skills

FMEA

PRA

FTA

Spacecraft design

Data interpretation

Communication

Self-motivation

Hazard analysis

Education

BA/BS in Engineering or related field (Aerospace, Systems)

Job description

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Job Overview

Aurex Defense is seeking a reliability engineer with a strong background in aerospace and spaceflight to support the NASA Artemis program. The candidate will perform and support the development of the Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and related analyses to support customer and contract requirements. Candidate must have the ability to prepare and deliver presentations for reliability review meetings, review specifications, technical documentation and design changes that will result in technical support documentation preparation.

Primary Responsibilities

• Analyze and evaluate spacecraft subsystems such as avionics, propulsion systems, guidance navigation and control (GN&C), communications, mechanical, thermal control, and more.
• Conduct detailed Failure Modes, Effects, and Criticality Analysis (FMECA) on launch vehicles at the component and sub-component levels to ensure reliability and safety for human spaceflight.
• Support development of safety and mission assurance related analyses and associated products.
• Collaborate with engineering design teams and systems engineers to ensure compliance with customer requirements.
• Present results to Program Management as well as to related customers/clients.

Requirements:

• BA or BS degree in Engineering or related discipline such as Aerospace Engineering, System Engineering with 5-10 years system reliability engineering experience.
• Proficiency in system reliability analysis methods incl. Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and Probabilistic Risk Assessment (PRA) applied to aerospace vehicles.
• Experience and familiarity with Fault Tree Analysis (FTA), fishbone analysis, and hazard analysis
• Experience with launch vehicle and spacecraft design, development or operations with emphasis on reliability.
• Candidates should have the ability to interpret and analyze specifications and data.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with customers, suppliers and at all levels within the company.
• Self-motivated and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with NASA standards and processes.
• Experience working with human spaceflight systems and programs.
• Experience working with complex electrical and avionics systems.

How You Will Be Rewarded

The salary range for this role is $119,000.00 - $136,000.00 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: Centennial, CO

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