Heavy Demonstrator Mission
2026 | US Department of Defense | Defense
Selected to develop and execute an $8 million heavy demonstrator program, providing specialized aerospace engineering and technical services.
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Public engineering firm profile
Aurex
Huntsville, AL
Engineering the Edge of Possible
- Services
- 43
- Offices
- 6
- Projects
- 2
- Leaders
- 18
Overview
Aurex is an aerospace and defense engineering practice specializing in hypersonic systems, space domain awareness, missile defense, commercial and civil space, and test and launch range operations. It provides end-to-end engineering services from concept modeling to range-proven hardware, turning raw ideas into real-world deterrents, commercial space applications, and sustainable space exploration.
Services
Hypersonic Systems Engineering
End-to-end engineering and technical support for hypersonic vehicle programs, enabling informed design trades, test planning, and performance assessment.
Space Domain Awareness
Tools and expertise for tracking, modeling, and analyzing resident space objects and debris to support planning and risk assessment across all orbital regimes.
Missile Defense Engineering
Analytical and digital support helping customers evaluate complex missile defense architectures and optimize test campaigns.
Commercial and Civil Space Engineering
Engineering, manufacturing, and mission assurance services supporting space programs from concept development through test and operations.
Test and Launch Range Operations
Secure, data-rich operations combining engineering services, communications integration, and performance modeling.
Engineering Services and Digital Mission Design
Integration of systems engineering with digital tools to streamline design, validate requirements, and inform decisions.
Autonomous and Intelligent Systems (AI/ML)
Development of artificial intelligence and machine learning solutions in secure environments for next-generation aerospace systems.
Mission-Critical Communications
Resilient, multi-level-secure voice systems ensuring continuous command and control in demanding environments.
Precision Manufacturing and Flight Hardware
Space- and flight-qualified hardware produced at speed, combining advanced manufacturing with certified quality systems.
Reverse Engineering and Threat Exploitation
Technical analysis and reverse engineering of legacy and foreign systems to support threat characterization and upgrades.
Cryptographic Engineering Services
End-to-end security services from architecture assessment through NSA certification support.
Lifecycle Logistics, Operations and Sustainment
Comprehensive sustainment support to maximize system availability and reduce overall lifecycle risk.
Strategic and Advisory Services
Strategic consulting and technical advisory support for program planning, risk assessment, and technology evaluation.
Human-Rated Space Flight
Specialized engineering to achieve human spaceflight readiness by integrating safety, redundancy, and verification.
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Projects
Artemis II Launch Support
2026 | Space
Provided aerospace engineering and mission assurance services supporting the successful Artemis II launch campaign.
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Leadership
Warren Kohm
Chief Executive Officer
Dominick Barry
Chief Operating Officer
Bill Read
Chief Financial Officer
Deborah Adams
Chief People Officer
Tim Bulk
Chief Technical Officer
Ray 'Buzz' Toth
VP of Integrated Mission Systems
John Robertson
VP of Innovation & Research
Victoria Gagner
VP of Compliance & Admin
Adam Liddle
VP, National Security Space
Devin Sappington
VP of Business Development
Rich Kolberg
VP of Business Development
Garrison Thompson
VP of Business Development
Mark Calcagno
VP of Communication Solutions
Stephen Cochran
VP of Information Technology
Courtney Carter
Controller
Jason Rizzuto
VP of Facilities & Security
Brad Vick
Concordia Co-Founder
Tim Johnson
Concordia Co-Founder
Offices
HQ + Mission Center + Innovation Lab
HeadquartersSecure Communication
Santa Maria, CA
Flight Factory
Arvada, CO
Sales Office
Denver, CO
Sales Office
Melbourne, FL
Sales Office
McLean, VA