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Auria —Remote
- $160,000 - $190,000 a year
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- Engineering
- 3 years
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Red 6 —Louisville, CO
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Space Kinetic —El Segundo, CA
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Leidos —Bethesda, MD
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Northrop Grumman —Baltimore, MD
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General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc —Manassas, VA
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Northrop Grumman —Palmdale, CA
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- Overtime
- 6 years
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Raytheon —Goleta, CA
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Spark Recruiting —Oxford, NC
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- Full-time
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Raytheon —Tucson, AZ
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General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc —Scottsdale, AZ
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Leidos —Beavercreek, OH
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General Dynamics Information Technology —Langley AFB, VA
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- 11+ years
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ACE Partners —Carson, CA
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Northrop Grumman —Chandler, AZ
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- 7 years
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- Master's degree
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Sentinel - Sr. Staff Chief Engineer - Mission Defense Team - 18912
Northrop Grumman —Roy, UT
- $166,500 - $249,700 a year
- Overtime
- 5 years
- Master's degree
- Supervising experience
- Paid holidays
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Job Details

$160,000 - $190,000 a year

Benefits

Health savings account
Paid holidays
Paid time off
Flextime
Employee assistance program
401(k) matching
Life insurance

Qualifications

Version control
Systems integration
Software engineering
Requirements specification
Engineering phase involvement
Requirements design
Software implementation
Systems architecture experience within government
DoD experience
Enterprise software systems development
Development environments
Design engineering
Software documentation
Agile software development
Analysis (software development lifecycle)
Developing technical user guides
Security technology solutions implementations
Product design documentation
Test Planning (Quality assurance practices)

Full Job Description

Auria is looking to hire a Chief Engineer to support projects with the US Space Force. This role is remote but with a location preference of Colorado Springs, CO.

Support of a broad range of solutions spanning from foundational cloud computing infrastructure to mission-specific software applications and software development services to include, but are not limited to: Advanced cloud-native infrastructure and services; Scalable and secure platform solutions; Agile software development methodologies and tooling; Mission-driven C2 applications; Data integration, management, and visualization capabilities; and Artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML); and Cybersecurity and zero-trust architecture.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT TO DO:

Software Development – Engage in the entire development lifecycle, from requirement analysis to post-production support, ensuring quality and consistency.

Prototype Development – Develop prototypes and proofs-of-concept as assigned by program management and participate in Agile ceremonies, code reviews, testing, and debugging to maintain high software standards. Participate in system design and delivery decisions with understanding of space domain operations, ground enterprise architecture, and MWT mission needs.
Documentation and Communication – Produce essential system documentation and effectively communicate complex technical details to various stakeholders, ensuring clarity and understanding.
Recommend Future Improvements – Communicate with system engineers and the software architect to proactively identify areas of improvement within software applications and recommend solutions to enhance functionality and the user experience.
Collaboration and Continuous Improvement – Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams to define and implement innovative software solutions for space and communications projects.

WHAT THE TEAM REQUIRES:

Active U.S. Government TOP SECRET security clearance (requires U.S. Citizenship) and SCI eligibility
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, or related field.
10+ years’ experience of related hands-on and management of engineering on DoD/federal programs, including software development, solution delivery, or system integration projects.
Experience in software development, with demonstrated proficiency in C++, C#, Java / Groovy, or Python coding languages and experience with common development environments and tools such as Visual Studio, Eclipse, or IntelliJ.
Experience implementing security concepts into code to create and deploy security-oriented services and products.
Extensive experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), including using Cameo, SysML, other and industry-standard MBSE methodologies to develop and document complex system architectures and requirements.
At least 3+ years experience designing and implementing DOD space systems and subsystems, including systems, products, and interfaces across ground and space components.
Fundamental knowledge of software development best practices, methodologies, and frameworks.
Familiarity with source control systems (e.g., GitLab) and an understanding of branching strategies, commit conventions, and collaborative development best practices.
Ability to create clear and comprehensive system documentation, including design descriptions, requirements specifications, test plans, user guides, and other engineering documents.
Experience working in an Agile/Scrum team using tools to assist system development, such as Jira and Confluence.
Mission-Driven Professional: Collaborative contributor motivated by the opportunity to develop cutting-edge solutions that protect and serve both the nation and the world.

WHAT THE TEAM PREFERS:

Ability to create clear and comprehensive system documentation, including design descriptions, requirements specifications, test plans, user guides, and other engineering documents.
Demonstrated ability to adapt to rapidly changing technologies and methodologies through the implementation of innovative practices and processes for space systems.
Holds MBSE certification, which may include SysML Object Management Group (OMG), Model Builder Fundamental (MBF), Model Builder Intermediate (MBI) or Model Builder Advance (MBA) Certification.
Experience performing other engineering disciplines (systems, hardware, test, configuration management, and quality engineering) and interacting with software engineering in that role.

PAY TRANSPARENCY: The salary offered will be based on the selected candidate’s qualifications - skills, education & experience - and the position level. $169,000 - $190,000

APPLICATION DEADLINE: August 24, 2026

THE AURIA TEAM:

Auria is a provider of solutions and software in support of complex Space, National Security, and Cyber missions of federal, international, and commercial customers. Headquartered in Colorado Springs, CO our success is built on the excellence of diverse teams advancing innovative systems and operational software to strengthen our customers’ missions. With a distinguished track record and a spirit of relentless pursuit, and R&D, we set the pace for progress and execute every mission with the utmost precision.

Why You’ll Love Working at Auria

We believe our team does their best work when they are well-supported, financially secure, and have the freedom to balance life outside of the office.

Time for What Matters

Generous & Growing PTO: Start with a substantial paid time off package that increases every year you’re with us.
True Flexibility: Contract permitting, use Flex Time to work in a way that fits your life, not just your 8-to-5.
11 Paid Days Off: Enjoy 6 fixed company holidays plus 5 Floating Holidays to use whenever you choose.

Invested in Your Future

401(k) Match—Yours to Keep Instantly: We match up to 4% of your contributions. Both your contributions and the company match are yours from day one with no vesting wait-period.
Industry-Leading Education Support: Level up with up to $12,000 annually for tuition and certifications. We don't just hire talent; we grow it.

Health & Peace of Mind

Premium Healthcare, Lower Costs: High-quality medical plans paired with a Company-Sponsored HSA to help you save for the future.
Fully Covered Life Insurance: Breathe easy with life insurance up to $50K provided at zero cost to you.
Holistic Support: Access our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, financial coaching, and more.

...and that’s just the beginning!

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.

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