Electrical Engineer

Electronics Engineer

Huntsville, AL

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 matter—fast. We move from whiteboard to warfighter with precision, clarity, and zero tolerance for fluff.

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Electrical Engineer to join our team. You will be responsible for the electrical architecture and design of custom hardware, moving through the full lifecycle from schematic capture to product bring-up. The ideal candidate thrives in a multidisciplinary environment, collaborating closely with software, mechanical, and production teams to deliver battlefield-ready systems.

Responsibilities

• Execute electrical architecture and design of custom hardware, including component selection, schematic capture, and Bill of Materials (BOM) development.

• Design and develop complex PCBs using industry-standard CAD tools such as Altium or Zuken.

• Lead full product bring-up, debugging, troubleshooting, and qualification testing to ensure functionality and quality.

• Coordinate with firmware, mechanical, integration, and manufacturing teams to deliver fully functional, optimized products.

• Direct and coordinate technical documentation, including initial design specifications, assembly drawings, parts lists, and formal test procedures/reports.

• Ensure all designs meet project requirements, industry standards, and regulatory mandates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field.

• Proven background in electrical system design, development, and prototype testing.

• Proficiency in CAD software (Altium, Zuken, etc.) and a strong understanding of electrical engineering principles.

• Strong problem-solving abilities with a focus on innovation and system optimization.

• Excellent teamwork abilities and the clarity required to operate in a high-speed environment.

• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance.

How You Will Be Rewarded

The salary range for this role is $135,000-$155,000 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 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.

Job Location: Huntsville, AL

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 applicant’s 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 U.S. 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.

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Salary : $135,000 - $155,000