Systems Engineering Technical Advisor, Certification Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Systems Engineering Technical Advisor Certification Subject Matter Expert SME El Segundo CA Hybrid Who We Are 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 matterfast We move from whiteboard to warfighter with precision clarity and zero tolerance for fluff Job Overview The United States Space Force developed the Military Standard Order MSO Program which is modeled after the Federal Aviation Administration FAA Technical Standard Order TSO Authorization TSOA process as codified in the United States Code of Federal Regulations CFR Title 14 CFR Part 21 Subpart O Technical Standard Order Approvals The Precise Positioning Service Equipment Certification Office PECO acts as the MSO Program certification authority for customersapplicants who seek MSO Authorization MSOA on Global Positioning System GPS Precise Positioning Service PPS User Equipment UE Summary of Job Duties Perform Certification Authority activities per the MSO Program includingReviewing customerapplicant Certification Plans and Change Impact AnalysesConducting Software Reviews on the software development process eg DO 178 desktop and on siteConducting AEH Reviews on the Airborne Electronic Hardware AEH development process eg DO 254 desktop and on siteReviewing and approving MSO functional data eg MSO C145b DO 229Supporting customerapplicant meetings and reviews desktop and on siteDeveloping official PECO correspondence eg Issue Papers MSOA LettersDeveloping MSO standards eg MSO C145 and related guidance eg templates and assisting in their approvalStaying current with certification authority eg FAA EASA and industry eg RTCA SAE guidance and incorporating guidance into the MSO Program as appropriateProviding MSO Program technical assistance and advice to government and industryCommunicate with project team members to identify scope of work schedule and risksIdentify potential certification issues and any adverse impact; communicate any certification related information to team Analyze problems and derive appropriate solutionsMaintain accurate and up to date certification recordsMaintain a safe secure and legal work environment adhering to all company policies and proceduresContribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as neededMaintain and protect the confidentiality of the Companys information and productsBasic Qualifications Bachelors Degree in Engineering or similar technical discipline is requiredOperational knowledge of RTCA DO 178 and DO 254Operational knowledge of TSO program processes and general FAA regulations and guidanceBasic knowledge of GPS and how MOPS such as RTCA DO 229 are invoked for equipment certificationAble to analyze FAA regulatory requirements and advisory materialsExceptional organizational skills self motivation a sense of urgency and sensitivity to deadlines and detail orientedTechnical writing abilityAbility to communicate and present both orally and writtenAbility to work independently and as part of a broader teamPossess strong analytical and problem solving abilitiesMust be able to obtain a US Security clearance This means that only US citizens are eligible for this positionMay be asked to work extended or irregular hours as requiredMust be able to travel to customerapplicant locationsAbility to communicate effectively both verbally and in writingHow You Will Be Rewarded The salary range for this role is 175000 225000 annually 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 candidates 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 El Segundo CA Hybrid 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 There may be limited circumstances in which a law regulation executive order or government contract would require certain citizenship; only in those limited circumstances would Aurex require certain citizenship status to comply with the relevant law regulation executive order or government contract applicable to that position For all other positions Aurex does not consider an applicants citizenship but only requires that the applicant be authorized to work lawfully in the United States If a position is one that falls under export control laws and regulations requiring authorization from the US government to access export controlled items any hiring is contingent on the applicant passing the export compliance assessment which is separate from the I 9 process for that specific position A background check will be required prior to any hire Elevate your career by joining the Aurex Platform a leader in aerospace innovation