Yes, you can mount your Aurora with an existing optic setup. When pairing with an optic, you can either place the camera in front of the optic or behind, depending on your personal preference. The camera will sit at 1.5” off the rail with our picatinny rail mount.
We've found that many of our users prefer to pair Aurora with a 1x or 3x scope, mounting the SiOnyx in front of the scope.