Space Programs Engineering

Attracted by SMX’s mission, collaborative culture, and focus on client impact, I quickly recognized it as a place where people genuinely enjoy working together and supporting one another. The opportunity to grow within the Financial Analyst role and work toward increasingly senior responsibilities aligned strongly with my long-term career goals, making the decision to join an easy one. Since joining SMX in October 2017 as a Junior Financial Analyst, I’ve progressed into Mid Financial Analyst and later into an LOE Lead / Senior Financial Analyst role, while also completing both my associate and bachelor’s degrees along the way.

My onboarding experience during the first 30–90 days set me up for a successful ramp. I focused on learning the tools and processes, building strong relationships across the team, and completing training and shadowing opportunities that helped me quickly take ownership of my work.

The culture at SMX is supportive, growth-oriented, and family-like. From day one, I felt welcomed and encouraged to ask questions, learn new skills, and continue growing professionally while collaborating with teammates across the organization. For anyone considering a career at SMX, my advice is to embrace the learning culture, ask questions early, and take ownership of your work. SMX provides strong support for employees who are willing to grow and continue building their careers.

I was looking to get with a company that is up-and-coming and had an opening for a compliance program. SMX did not have one, so I looked at that as an opportunity to come in and start up a robust compliance program from the ground up. And that’s exactly what I did.

SMX has that small company feel, but we obviously work as a large company. Our CEO stresses a team of teams approach; we are multiple teams working to accomplish the same common goal. When you have a team of teams approach, it makes everything more streamlined, without having all of the potential headwinds that some companies have internally.

After more than 8 years with SMX, the biggest thing that kept me engaged is, if you come up with an idea, there’s always someone willing to listen. I’ve never had anyone shoot an idea down. I sometimes forget that not everyone at other companies has that. You don’t get siloed here. We give people opportunity and they have the ability to take the initiative and run with it.

We have a startup-type mentality, but with a bigger company supporting us. The way that people approach things, the way that we look at our customers, and the way that people are able to just reach out and talk to each other — it’s super important for me. And that’s honestly the types of things that’s kept me here for so long.

I first encountered SMX while working in the print industry and was immediately impressed by the professionalism and quality of the creative team. When the opportunity to join came up, it felt like the right fit-especially during an exciting time following the company’s rebrand. The people, variety of work, and growth opportunities made saying yes easy.

My onboarding experience was a great balance of structured learning and hands-on training with my team. It never felt overwhelming, and by the end of my first 90 days, I felt confident and ready to contribute.

What stands out most about SMX is the culture—driven, collaborative, and supportive. Even under tight deadlines, everyone works together to get the job done. Over the past four years, I’ve grown significantly, taking on a larger role in trade shows and events, now coordinating logistics for more than two dozen conferences annually. I also support marketing efforts across a range of initiatives, which keeps the work dynamic and engaging.

For anyone considering SMX, my advice is to focus on where your skills can make the biggest impact. There are many opportunities to contribute and grow, making it a great place to build your career.

I first heard about SMX from a former coworker who spoke very highly of the company, and I kept it on my radar for years. After going through the interview process and meeting the team, it became clear this was a place where I could thrive while also being myself- making the decision to join an easy one.

My onboarding experience was exceptional. I had the opportunity to learn hands-on by working closely with my manager, and any questions or needs I had were addressed quickly, which made the transition seamless.

The culture at SMX is forward-leaning, fast-paced, and customer-focused. It’s a place where people work hard but also genuinely enjoy what they do. Since joining, I’ve grown into my current role as a Senior Program Manager/Chief of Staff on the LEIA contract—exactly where I want to be, doing meaningful work and enjoying it along the way.

For anyone considering SMX, it’s a place full of opportunity for those willing to put in the work. With a strong focus on internal growth and supportive leadership, there are many paths to advance and build your career.

Joining cBEYONData + SMX felt like a natural decision after working alongside the team for nearly two years on the Army EBS-C contract. I had already seen firsthand the professionalism, collaboration, and commitment the team brought to the mission, and I was grateful for the opportunity to continue supporting that work as part of the organization.

My onboarding experience was seamless. I received my equipment within days of signing and was quickly back in step with my team and Product Owner, which made the transition smooth and allowed me to stay focused on delivering for the mission.

The culture at SMX is professional, collaborative, and mission-focused. People take their work seriously, but they’re also approachable and willing to help when needed. There’s a strong emphasis on open and honest communication, which helps teams focus on solving problems and moving work forward effectively. Since joining SMX, working in a fast-paced Agile environment has strengthened my ability to think creatively, adapt quickly, and communicate tradeoffs clearly as priorities evolve. It’s helped me grow not only in problem-solving, but also in how I collaborate with teams to deliver the best possible solutions.

For anyone considering a career at SMX, I’d say it’s a great place to grow if you value teamwork, direct communication, and solving meaningful challenges that make an impact.