YOUR MISSION

Seeking an experienced Mission Manager to lead and coordinate the planning, integration, and execution of aerospace vehicle launches for defense and commercial space missions. The Mission Manager will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the launch lifecycle, ensuring safe, efficient, and successful execution of space launch missions. This role requires strong technical knowledge of launch systems, leadership in multi-disciplinary teams, and the ability to interface with government and commercial stakeholders.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Mission Planning & Coordination:
• Lead the planning and management of launch operations from mission concept through final execution.
• Define launch objectives and timelines in collaboration with program management, engineering, and mission partners.
• Develop detailed launch schedules, identifying critical milestones and key dependencies to ensure mission readiness.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for launch operations, coordinating with internal teams, government agencies, and commercial partners.
• Interface with subcontractors and mission partners to manage requirements, schedules, and technical deliverables.
• Launch Vehicle Integration:
• Oversee the integration of payloads with the launch vehicle, ensuring compatibility and compliance with mission requirements.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to resolve integration issues and ensure that both payload and vehicle systems meet performance and safety standards.
• Work closely with vehicle providers (e.g., ULA, SpaceX, Northrop Grumman) to manage launch site operations, technical reviews, and flight readiness certification.
• Identify, analyze, and manage technical, operational, and programmatic risks associated with the launch process.
• Develop and implement contingency plans and risk mitigation strategies to minimize potential impacts to the launch schedule and mission success.
• Conduct root cause analyses of any issues arising during the launch campaign and ensure corrective actions are taken.
• Regulatory Compliance & Safety:
• Ensure that all launch operations comply with U.S. government regulations, including FAA, DoD, and other relevant agencies.
• Maintain strict adherence to safety protocols and launch site procedures to ensure the safe execution of all pre-launch and launch activities.
• Lead pre-launch safety reviews and ensure compliance with environmental and range safety standards.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field (Master’s preferred).
• Experience:
  • 4+ years of experience in launch operations, aerospace systems engineering, or a related field.
  • Demonstrated experience in spacecraft development and launch, including planning, integration, testing, and execution of space or defense missions.
  • Strong knowledge of launch vehicles, propulsion systems, and ground systems, with a track record of successful mission execution.
• Technical Skills:
  • Expertise in launch vehicle integration, ground operations, and flight dynamics.
  • Familiarity with mission assurance processes and regulatory frameworks (e.g., FAA, DoD, Range Safety).
  • Experience with launch planning and scheduling tools and software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera, or custom tools).
• Security Clearance:
  • Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI or TS/SAP U.S. government security clearance.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Experience in classified or national security space launches.
• Familiarity with various launch providers (e.g., ULA, SpaceX) and their respective vehicles (e.g., Falcon 9, Atlas V, Delta IV).
• Experience with military or government launch operations (e.g., NRO, USAF).
• Active U.S. security clearance (TS/SCI preferred).

COMPENSATION

• Base Salary: $110,000-$165,000
• Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave 

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience. 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work Location—successful candidates will be located near our Denver or Long Beach facilities. While we observe a hybrid work environment, some work must be done on site.
• Work environment—the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.
• Physical demands—the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.

This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below. #LI-Onsite

About The Role: 

• We're looking for a Staff Software Engineer who wants real ownership in a fast-moving environment. 
• You'll help design, build, deploy, and operate the software that runs Urban Sky's manufacturing operation—a full-stack MRP system that tracks inventory, work orders, bills of materials, quality holds, and serialized parts from receiving through final integration. It's the operational backbone of how we actually build balloons. Because the company is growing quickly, the scope of the role will evolve over time, and you'll have meaningful influence over what we build next and how we build it. 
• You'll work shoulder-to-shoulder with the people using the software every day—manufacturing technicians, logistics coordinators, quality inspectors, and finance. There's no product manager between you and them. You'll learn how parts flow through the building, what makes a quarantine workflow painful at 3pm on a Friday, and how a missed traceability record turns into a compliance problem. Translating messy physical processes into clean software is most of the job. 
• The interfaces you build are for operators, not consumers. A shop-floor tech holding a tablet, scanning a barcode, working through a multi-step assembly procedure—that's your user. Touch targets, scanner integration, and drag-and-drop work instructions matter more than landing-page polish. 
• We operate in an aerospace-regulated environment (AS9100). Every mutation needs an audit trail. Serialized parts need end-to-end traceability. "Move fast and break things" doesn't apply to production data. We still move fast—but with the discipline that comes from knowing a corrupted record can ground a flight. 
• You don't need prior MRP or manufacturing experience. You do need to be excited—or at least not intimidated—by learning a complex business domain alongside the code. 
• If you enjoy small teams and solving ambiguous problems, this role is likely a great fit. 

What You'll Do 

• Our overall software team is roughly 7 people, and this team will be just 2 people, everyone works across the stack. That's not aspirational—it's required. A small team with real ownership only works if everyone can contribute quickly and adapt as the company and product evolve. 
• Senior engineers here build trust by shipping early and expanding their scope through demonstrated ownership. 

What we need you to do right away

• We expect senior engineers to become productive almost immediately. 
• In your first days and weeks, you will: 
  • Set up your environment and start committing code within your first day or two 
  • Learn existing systems by improving them, not by watching from the sidelines 
  • Fix bugs, tighten rough edges, and ship small enhancements to production 
  • Participate in deployments, debugging, and operational workflows 
  • Use AI tools from the start to understand the codebase and accelerate contributions 
  • Ask questions, propose improvements, and engage in technical decisions 
• You won't be waiting for a long ramp period. 
• You'll build context by doing real work that ships. 

What you will grow quickly into

• As you gain context, scope expands fast. 
• Within your first couple of months, you'll be expected to: 
  • Own meaningful areas of our stack across backend, frontend, and infrastructure 
  • Lead design and implementation of projects that may span quarters 
  • Make architectural decisions with an eye toward reliability, operability, and future change 
  • Work directly with operators and stakeholders—often non-engineers—to refine solutions 
  • Drive systems from concept → implementation → production → iteration → support 
  • Continuously simplify, improve, and evolve what you own 
  • Help the team move faster by raising technical quality and reducing friction 
• By this point, you're not just contributing—you're a primary owner. 
• There are no lanes to stay in and no handoffs to hide behind. 
• If something feels confusing to an operator, that's an engineering problem. 
• If a system is brittle, slow, or overbuilt, that's an engineering problem. 
• If a workflow on the shop floor doesn't match the software, that's an engineering problem. 
• If requirements change mid-stream, that's reality—and adapting thoughtfully is part of the job. 
• If AI-generated code is messy, that's also an engineering problem. 
• You'll own systems end-to-end, from design through production and long-term maintenance—even as those systems evolve. 

Our engineering principles 

• These principles guide how we build systems in a fast-moving, real-world environment. 
• Design for operations, not just implementation 
• Software doesn't stop at merge. We design systems that can be deployed, monitored, debugged, and safely operated under changing constraints. 
• Favor simple, adaptable systems 
• Clarity beats cleverness—especially when systems need to change quickly. 
• Own the full lifecycle 
• Engineers are responsible for their systems from design through production, operational support, and ongoing evolution. 
• Build reliability through feedback 
• Observability is a first-class concern. Logs, metrics, and traces help us understand how systems behave as usage and requirements change. 
• Use abstraction sparingly and intentionally 
• Abstractions should make change easier, not harder. If they obscure failures or slow iteration, they're the wrong choice. 
• Scale and evolve based on evidence 
• We increase complexity, performance, and scale in response to real operational needs—not speculative futures. 
• Leverage AI with engineering judgment 
• We use AI aggressively to increase velocity and explore solutions, while remaining fully accountable for correctness and maintainability. 
• Embrace iteration as the default 
• Progress comes from frequent adjustments and steady improvement, not rigid plans. 

AI-assisted development 

• AI isn't supplemental here. It's a core part of our SDLC. 
• We use Claude Code for feature implementation, run automated multi-agent code review on pull requests, and have AI-driven quality checks integrated into CI. A meaningful portion of production code is AI-written and human-shaped. The skill we care about isn't typing speed or autocomplete—it's the judgment to review, restructure, reject, or rewrite AI output until it's correct, readable, and operable. 
• We expect you to: 
  • Use AI tools daily for implementation, debugging, refactoring, and exploration 
  • Adapt quickly as tools, models, and workflows evolve 
  • Apply strong judgment to AI-generated code—you're accountable for what ships, not the model 
  • Use AI to build production systems, not just prototypes 
  • Treat AI as leverage, not a replacement for understanding 
• We care far more about how you use AI than which model you prefer. 

What we are looking for

• This is a senior role. We're optimizing for experience, judgment, and adaptability. 
• You likely have: 
  • 8+ years of professional software engineering experience 
  • Strong fundamentals in system design, data structures, and architecture 
  • Experience building and operating backend systems at scale 
  • Solid instincts for data modeling, schema design, and SQL 
  • Comfort with cloud infrastructure and modern DevOps practices 
  • Experience owning production systems in environments that evolve quickly 
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate as priorities shift 
• You probably enjoy: 
  • TypeScript and modern web development 
  • Designing clean APIs and well-structured monoliths 
  • Thinking carefully about data models, schemas, and migrations 
  • Infrastructure, reliability, and operational excellence 
  • Mentoring others and raising the bar for the team 
• Learning quickly and adjusting course as new information emerges

Technologies (not a checklist) 

• We currently work with technologies such as: 
  • TypeScript / JavaScript 
  • React, Vite, Mantine UI 
  • tRPC for API contracts 
  • PostgreSQL (raw SQL and migrations, not just an ORM) 
  • ClickHouse for analytics 
  • Playwright for end-to-end testing 
  • AWS, Terraform, Docker 
  • CI/CD pipelines 
• You don't need experience with every tool—but you should be comfortable learning new systems as the stack evolves. 

 Benefits 

• Salary $150,000 - $180,000 per year  
• Stock Options 
• Medical, Vision and Dental 
• Unlimited Vacation Days 
• Cell Phone Bill Stipend 

About Role: 

Urban Sky’s ideal Quality Manager is responsible for planning, developing, implementing, and maintaining the organization’s Quality Management System (QMS) at the new Texas location to ensure compliance with corporate quality policies, industry standards, regulatory requirements, and customer expectations. This role provides site specific leadership for quality assurance, continuous improvement, audits, and cross-functional coordination to ensure product safety, reliability, and conformance. 

Key Responsibilities:  

• Lead and maintain compliance with AS9100, ISO 9001, FAA, EASA, and applicable internal, customer, and regulatory requirements. 
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve Quality Management System (QMS) 
• Manage internal, customer, supplier, and regulatory audits, including corrective and preventive actions.  
• Manage Metrology Lab and Calibration Schedules  
  • Strong understanding of flexible material testing preferred. 
• Direct and manage quality control technicians.  
• Operational review board (ORB) managing member. 
• Ensure quality planning and risk management throughout product lifecycle (APQP, FMEA, control plans) 
• Participate in nonconformance management, root cause analysis, and corrective action processes. 
• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Program Management, Director’s and VPs to ensure quality objectives are met. 
• Establish and track quality metrics (KPIs) and drive continuous improvement initiatives. 
• Manage supplier quality performance, including audits and performance improvement plans. 
• Ensure proper configuration management, document control, and records retention. 
• Lead, mentor, and develop quality team members. 
• Support customer quality requirements, issue resolution, and performance reviews. 
• Ensure compliance with safety and airworthiness requirements. 
• Compile and present QTRLY QA reviews and presentations in relation to site location. 

Requirements:  

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or a related field or equivalent experience 
• 5+ years of quality management experience in the Stratospheric Platform industry preferred 
• In-depth knowledge of AS9100 and aerospace regulatory requirements 
• Experience leading audits and interfacing with customers and regulators. 
• Strong problem-solving skills using tools such as 8D, 5 Whys, SPC, FMEA 
• Proficiency with Statistical Software suites such as JMP or Minitab 
• Must be US Citizen or Permanent Resident  
• Must be located near Greenville, Tx or willing to relocate to Greenville, Tx (Area of Northeast Texas) 

Benefits: 

• Salary $90,000 - $130,000 per year 
• Stock Options 
• Medical, Vision and Dental 
• Unlimited Vacation Days 
• Cell Phone Bill Stipend 

What You’ll Do

1. Understand spacecraft architecture and missions
2. Review current model and simulation capability
3. Identify any gaps in current simulation framework
4. Evaluate how simulation integrates with other teams within the company GSW, FSW, AI&T, MOPS, etc
5. Train as an operator to prepare for upcoming mission
6. Identify gaps from assessment and create the simulation architecture roadmap
7. Identify required models (Spacecraft subsystem, environment, GNC, etc)
8. Establish a framework that defines how hardware models, software models, and operational scenarios interact within the simulation environment
9. Establish how the digital twin gets integrated into a physics based “universe sim”
10. Establish a concrete validation strategy

 Mindset + skills: 

Mindset 

1. Systems level thinker understanding the crossroads of Physics, Software and Hardware
2. Ownership mindset serving as the technical authority across design and implementation
3. Ability to prioritize needs from multiple internal and external customers
4. Excels while operating in a fast-paced New Space environment
5. Strong desire to build and design something from the ground up
6. Someone willing to get dirty and produce code not just design
7. Passionate about creating a product that is used throughout the company 

Skills 

1. Strong understanding of orbital mechanics and astrodynamics
2. Experience modeling spacecraft dynamics, control systems, and environmental effects
3. Ability to design modular and extensible simulation architecture
4. Experience implementing physics-based simulations in Python and C++
5. Strong knowledge of numerical methods, time integration, and stability considerations
6. Experience building “universe-style” multi-body simulation environments
7. Ability to design simulations that support historical replay, real-time execution, and accelerated future-time scenarios
8. Experience with integrating simulations with GSW, FSW, AI&T, and HITL testing
9. Ability to design constellation level simulations
10. Experience designing event-driven or time-stepped simulation frameworks
11. Experience generating realistic synthetic telemetry 
12. Strong V&V practices  

 Your Ideal Background

Required

1. 10+ years of experience in modeling and simulation for complex aerospace missions
2. Deep understanding of physics engines or digital twins (subsystem/component models, dynamical systems, etc)
3. Experience developing for multiple internal stakeholders such as AI&T, GSW, MOPS, FSW, etc
4. BS in Aerospace Engineering, Physics, Computer Science or closely related STEM field
5. Deep knowledge in C++, Python, Basilisk (or similar Framework), Docker, K8, CI/CD 

Preferred 

1. Proven ownership of the design and architecture of a multi-model and simulation system
2. Understanding of distributed simulation frameworks
3. Strong foundation in multiple subsystems such as GNC, Flight Dynamics, EPS, Propulsion, etc
4. Nice to have experience simulating 6-DOF relative motion and ROPD missions 

Additional Requirements: Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed.

Compensation and Benefits: Your base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. The anticipated salary range for this role is $130,000 - $240,000 annually.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at Katalyst. You will also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of the Employee Stock Option and Equity Plan, as well as a relocation bonus and other discretionary bonuses. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, and unlimited Paid Time Off.

At Katalyst our work on projects involving the U.S. Department of Defense requires adherence to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), 22 C.F.R. Parts 120-130, which requires compliance with U.S. export laws before allowing employees to perform certain positions. Currently, our available roles necessitate access to ITAR-controlled information, and as a result, Katalyst would have to ensure any non-US person is authorized access to ITAR information before the commencement of employment. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

YOUR MISSION

The Senior Contracts Manager will serve as the company's first dedicated contracts hire and a key member of the Legal Department, personally managing U.S. Department of Defense contracts end to end—from proposal support through award, post-award performance, and closeout. Reporting to the General Counsel, this role will work closely with the proposal and business development team, program managers, and engineering to ensure contracts are properly structured, administered, and closed in compliance with applicable regulations and company policies.

This is a hands-on role in a small, growing legal department. You will carry your own portfolio of contracts from day one, operating with significant autonomy and serving as a direct point of contact with government Contracting Officers and Contracting Officer Representatives. The ideal candidate brings the judgment and initiative that come from working in a lean organization and operating with supervised independence.

Beyond individual contract management, a core part of this role is building a contracts team. Working in close partnership with the General Counsel, you will refine staffing needs, hire contract administrators, and stand up the processes and structure needed to scale the contracts function as the company grows. Until that team is in place—and whenever workload or availability requires it—you will be the contracts function, and the role is scoped with that expectation in mind. As the team and function grow, so will the scope and seniority of this role.

Responsibilities

Pre-Award

• Review and analyze RFPs, RFIs, draft solicitations, and other government procurement actions, identifying key terms, risks, and compliance requirements.
• Support proposal development, including preparation of representations and certifications, review of terms and conditions, and input on cost and pricing volumes from a contracts perspective.
• Advise the proposal and business development team on contract structure, risk, and strategy during the capture and proposal process, including educating business development personnel on the advantages, disadvantages, and risk profiles of different contract types (e.g., FFP, CPFF, CPAF, T&M, IDIQ) to support informed pursuit decisions.
• Identify and flag organizational conflicts of interest and other eligibility or compliance considerations during opportunity assessment.

Award and Negotiation

• Review and negotiate contract terms and FAR/DFARS clauses with government Contracting Officers.
• Coordinate internal review and approval of contract documents prior to execution.
• Ensure contracts are properly recorded, distributed, and set up for performance tracking.

Post-Award Administration

• Serve as the primary point of contact with government Contracting Officers and CORs for assigned contracts.
• Manage contract modifications, change orders, option exercises, incremental funding actions, and other post-award contract actions.
• Track and manage CDRLs, deliverable schedules, and other contractual performance obligations.
• Monitor contract performance for scope, funding, and schedule risks, including identification and escalation of issues such as scope creep, constructive changes, and unauthorized commitments.
• Prepare and submit contract correspondence, including cure notices, show cause responses, requests for equitable adjustment, and other formal communications.
• Support claims analysis, preparation, and resolution in coordination with attorneys within the Legal Department.
• Ensure appropriate FAR/DFARS flowdowns in subcontracts and supplier agreements.

Compliance and Audit Support

• Maintain contract files in audit-ready condition in accordance with applicable record retention requirements.
• Serve as the initial point of contact for routine DCAA and DCMA interactions, audits, and information requests.
• Support compliance with cost accounting standards, Truth in Negotiations Act requirements, and other regulatory obligations applicable to government contractors.
• Track and ensure timely completion of compliance-driven reporting and filing obligations tied to contract performance.

Closeout

• Manage contract closeout procedures, including final deliverable verification, property disposition, release of claims, deobligation of excess funds, and coordination with finance on final invoicing and reconciliation.

Team Building and Leadership

• Build, hire, and manage a contracts administration team in close partnership with the General Counsel, including defining roles, setting hiring priorities, and developing a staffing plan aligned with the company's program portfolio and growth trajectory.
• Serve as the day-to-day manager of contracts team members once hired, including workload allocation, mentorship, professional development, and performance management.
• Develop and implement onboarding processes, standard operating procedures, training materials, and playbooks that enable new contracts team members to operate effectively and consistently.
• Establish and maintain contracts administration workflows, systems, and reporting structures that scale with the team and the company.

General

• Maintain contract status reports, trackers, and dashboards to support leadership visibility and decision-making.
• Support continuous improvement of contracting processes, templates, and playbooks within the Legal Department.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal stakeholders across programs, engineering, finance, and business development.
• Assist with additional projects and initiatives as needed under the direction of the General Counsel.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will be an experienced contracts professional who combines deep, hands-on DoW contract administration expertise with the judgment and leadership ability needed to build and manage a team. This person must be equally comfortable personally managing a portfolio of government contracts—including direct engagement with Contracting Officers—and standing up the processes, people, and structure needed to scale a contracts function. Strong interpersonal skills are essential: this role requires close collaboration with program managers, engineers, business development, finance, and legal colleagues, and the ability to translate complex contracting concepts into practical guidance for non-contracts stakeholders.

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 10+ years of experience in DoD contract administration, with direct responsibility for managing government contracts through the full acquisition lifecycle.
• Active U.S. security clearance required (Secret minimum).
• Demonstrated experience as a primary contracts point of contact with government Contracting Officers.
• Experience managing, mentoring, or building a contracts team, or demonstrated readiness to do so (e.g., training junior staff, leading contract administration workstreams, or standing up new processes in a growing organization).
• Strong working knowledge of the FAR, DFARS, and applicable agency-specific regulatory supplements.
• Experience with a range of government contract types, including firm-fixed-price, cost-plus-fixed-fee, cost-plus-award-fee, time-and-materials, and indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contracts, and the ability to advise internal stakeholders on the practical implications of each.
• Experience supporting proposals and the pre-award process, including review of solicitations and preparation of representations and certifications.
• Experience with contract modifications, change orders, REAs, and contract closeout.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and communicate directly with government counterparts without close supervision.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience drafting formal contract correspondence.
• Proficiency with contract management systems and tools, SAM.gov, and Microsoft Office.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience at an aerospace and/or defense company is strongly preferred.
• Experience in a small company, startup, or high-growth environment.
• NCMA certification (CPCM, CFCM, or CCCM).
• Experience supporting programs involving classified information.
• Familiarity with DCAA and DCMA audit and oversight processes.
• Experience with subcontract administration, including flowdown negotiation and compliance.

Compensation

• Base Salary: $145,000-$245,000
• Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience.

YOUR MISSION 
 
True Anomaly is seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead mission-critical programs from concept to execution, integrating technical, schedule, and cost baselines to deliver space-based capabilities with precision and agility. In this cross-functional leadership role, you will drive strategic direction, manage complex program lifecycles, oversee subcontractor performance, and lead high-impact teams across engineering, operations, and mission delivery. Your expertise in risk management, stakeholder engagement, and program execution will play a key role in advancing our national security mission and operational excellence in the space domain. This role will play a fundamental role in expanding True Anomaly’s missile defense program from prototype to production phases.  
 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Manage complex situations, lead and inspire your team, drive innovative thinking, instill collaboration, drive for success, challenge status quo, and demonstrate the ability to adapt to dynamic situations  
• Create, implement, and own the coordinated program baseline (cost, schedule, technical) with the chief engineer  
• Serve as a liaison, with other customer facing team members, between our company and our customers—developing deep relationships to understand their needs and align our program goals with their mission objectives. 
• Lead cross-functional teams to successfully integrate and execute missile defense missions as well as deliver tailored products and services that meet and exceed customer expectations. 
• Direct the responsibilities and activities of the program team including program management, systems engineering, communications and IT, mission operations, facilities management, security, safety, and contracts/financial/supply chain support functions  
• Provide strategic direction and setting priorities that reflect customer goals while managing day-to-day issues to keep projects on time and within budget. 
• Perform risk and issue assessments with a focus on minimizing customer impact, ensuring rapid resolution and transparent escalation when needed. 
• Develop innovative solutions to resolve difficult program challenges including cost, schedule, and technical performance  
• Deliver compelling presentations and lead preparations of bids, proposals, studies, and deliverables, effectively communicating our value proposition during customer reviews and engagements. 
• Oversee and manage subcontractor activities to ensure all external contributions meet the high-quality standards our customers expect 
• Develop and lead internal and external program management reviews  

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• Demonstrated experience delivering a complex system through the entire engineering life cycle—from initial concept and design through integration, testing, and final deployment. 
• A proven track record in building strong customer relationships through effective team building, conflict resolution, and communication—both internally and externally. 
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a strong background in customer interfacing and experience in National Security aerospace programs.
• Demonstrated experience managing large-scale, high-value contracts (typically $50M+), with deep expertise in the research and development phase including budget oversight, risk management, and milestone-driven execution. 
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring that every project maintains a strong customer focus. 
• Hands-on experience managing risk and overseeing cost, schedule, and technical baselines in aerospace, engineering, or software development programs, all with a clear focus on delivering customer value. 
• Strong analytical background with the evaluation of requests for proposals and/or quotes.  
• Experience working within a cross-functional, geographically dispersed team environment to meet contractual commitments and create outstanding customer experiences. 
• Active Secret and eligibility to obtain Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance 
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering, Aerospace, Management, or a related field is required plus 15 or more years related experience.  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS  

• Master’s Degree  or higher
• Experience with space vehicle or weapons systems
• Experience managing Department of War (DoW) or U.S. Space Force (USSF) contracts, especially those that require close coordination with the customer program office.
• Experience working missile defense, including experience with discrimination of threats from a target field and/or autonomous navigation of multi-object systems 
• Ability to establish new & further refining existing templates, tools, & guidelines for program documentation & execution  
• Experience with ensuring compliance with approved Corporate and ISO 9001:2000 Policies and Processes  

Compensation 

• Base Salary:   $200,000 - $290,000
• Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave  
    

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience 
 
Additional Requirements 

• Work Location—Successful candidates will be located near Long Beach, CA or Denver, CO. While we observe a hybrid work environment, some work must be done on site.  
• Work environment—the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.  
• Physical demands—the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.  
  
  

This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below. 
 

About The Role: 

We are looking for a Procurement Manager to lead procurement strategy, build out centralized procurement processes and systems, and own vendor relationships with Urban Sky’s key suppliers. In this role you will partner deeply with the critical suppliers whose materials, components, and capabilities directly impact our product quality, production timelines, and mission readiness, while designing the procurement processes and systems needed to scale the function. You will own the relationships with our most important vendors, drive supplier compliance, and establish the procurement infrastructure needed to support current and future purchasing needs. As a manager-level individual contributor, you will have significant autonomy and the ability to make a strong impact across departments, with the potential to build a team over time.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Sourcing, Processes & Systems

• Lead sourcing efforts for Urban Sky’s production materials and components while partnering with other teams on broader procurement needs.
• Identify, evaluate, and qualify new suppliers; develop and maintain a strategic sourcing roadmap aligned with production scaling plans and the R&D pipeline.
• Lead the evaluation and implementation of systems to automate procurement processes. Build out scalable procurement processes that support operational and business objectives in a fast-growing setting.
• Develop and document standard operating procedures for the procurement function, ensuring consistency, auditability, and ease of onboarding as the team grows. Help define purchasing policies, approval thresholds, and delegation-of-authority frameworks.

Vendor Relationship Management:

• Serve as the primary relationship owner for Urban Sky’s key suppliers, acting as the strategic point of contact, conducting regular business reviews, and fostering long-term partnerships built on mutual accountability and continuous improvement.
• Negotiate pricing, lead times, and contractual terms with key suppliers to optimize cost, quality, and delivery. Manage supplier contracts including NDAs, MSAs, quality agreements, and long-term supply agreements.
• Proactively identify and resolve supply chain risks through close collaboration with vendor partners and development of alternative sourcing strategies.

Forecasting & Procurement Operations:

• Partner with Sales, Manufacturing and Engineering to develop procurement plans that balance materials availability with cash flow management, ensuring production readiness without overcommitting working capital.
• Forecast purchasing, align procurement with production schedules, and track key metrics including supplier scorecards, spend analysis, cost savings, and on-time delivery rates.
• Establish the reporting cadence and dashboards needed to give leadership visibility into procurement performance, supplier health, and spend forecasting.

Compliance & Government Procurement:

• Lay the groundwork for a FAR/DFARS-compliant procurement process, partnering with Finance to develop the policies, procedures, and documentation frameworks needed to support Urban Sky’s growing defense and government contract portfolio.
• Create and maintain procurement documentation standards consistent with government audit requirements.
• Work with the Quality team to drive supplier quality management in alignment with AS9100 requirements. Support management of the approved supplier list, including initial qualification, periodic audits, and ongoing performance monitoring.

Qualifications: 

• 7+ years of progressive experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain management, with at least 3 years in a senior individual contributor or manager-level capacity within aerospace, defense, or a related hardware-intensive industry.
• Demonstrated experience managing strategic vendor relationships, with a track record of building strong, trust-based supplier partnerships and achieving cost savings while maintaining quality.
• Demonstrated experience collaborating cross-functionally with partners across Finance, Sales, Operations, Manufacturing, and Engineering.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and procurement tools, including hands-on experience implementing, configuring, or significantly improving procure-to-pay workflows and demand forecasting capabilities.
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.

Nice-to-Haves/Preferred Skills

• Experience at a small or emerging aerospace/defense hardware company, including building or significantly scaling procurement functions and processes.
• Working knowledge of AS9100 supplier quality requirements and FAR/DFARS procurement compliance, including experience implementing or managing compliant purchasing processes.
• Experience with CPSR preparation.
• Experience with ITAR/EAR export control considerations as they apply to supplier qualification and contracting.
• CPSM, CSCP, or equivalent professional certification.

Requirements: 

• Must be US Citizen or Permanent Resident 
• Must be located near Denver, CO or willing to relocate to Denver, CO
  • Our office is at 4800 Race St. In Denver, CO and this role is on-site 

Benefits: 

• Salary $110,000 - $150,000 per year  
• Stock Options 
• Medical, Vision and Dental 
• Unlimited Vacation Days 
• Cell Phone Bill Stipend 

Overview

The Contract Manager is responsible for overseeing the full lifecycle of contracts, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, and supporting business development and proposal activities. This role works cross-functionally with legal, finance, and proposal teams to manage risk, review terms, and maintain alignment with company policies and regulatory requirements, including U.S. Government contracting standards. 

What You’ll Do

Contract Administration & Compliance 

• Manage and monitor active contracts to ensure ongoing compliance with contractual terms and conditions
• Track deliverables, obligations, and key milestones across all active agreements
• Identify and mitigate contractual risks, ensuring adherence to company policies and applicable regulations
• Maintain organized contract records and documentation 

Contract Review & Negotiation 

• Review prospective contracts, subcontracts, and agreements for legal, financial, and operational risk
• Analyze and interpret FAR/DFAR clauses, identifying provisions that require negotiation, clarification, or escalation
• Provide recommendations on terms the company should push back on or closely monitor
• Support contract negotiations in collaboration with leadership and legal counsel 

Proposal & Business Development Support 

• Partner with proposal teams to review solicitation requirements and contract terms during the proposal phase
• Assist in developing and maintaining boilerplate contractual language
• Ensure alignment between proposed terms and company capabilities and risk posture
• Support compliance reviews for RFPs, RFQs, and other solicitations 

Agreements & Legal Documentation 

• Draft, review, and manage Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), Teaming Agreements, and other standard agreements
• Ensure proper execution and tracking of all pre-contract and contract-related documents
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure consistency and completeness 

 Your Ideal Background

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Law, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ Years of experience managing active contracts and ensuring compliance with contractual obligations
• Demonstrated experience reviewing on government prospective contracts, including identifying and assessing FAR/DFAR clauses and related risks such as SBIR Phase I, Phase II, Phase III, OTA, and other vehicles.
• Ability to identify terms that require negotiation or escalation and provide actionable recommendations
• Experience supporting proposal teams, including contract review, compliance checks, and development of boilerplate language
• Familiarity with drafting and reviewing NDAs and other standard contractual agreements
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple contracts simultaneously 

Preferred 

• Experience with commercial B2B contracts for large enterprise services procurements 
• Experience in government contracting or aerospace/defense industry
• Familiarity with contract lifecycle management (CLM) tools
• Strong understanding of federal acquisition regulations (FAR/DFAR)
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment 

Additional Requirements: Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed.

Compensation and Benefits: Your base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. The anticipated salary range for this role is $95,000 - $130,000 annually.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at Katalyst. You will also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of the Employee Stock Option and Equity Plan, as well as a relocation bonus and other discretionary bonuses. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, and unlimited Paid Time Off.

At Katalyst our work on projects involving the U.S. Department of Defense requires adherence to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), 22 C.F.R. Parts 120-130, which requires compliance with U.S. export laws before allowing employees to perform certain positions. Currently, our available roles necessitate access to ITAR-controlled information, and as a result, Katalyst would have to ensure any non-US person is authorized access to ITAR information before the commencement of employment. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

Overview

Katalyst is seeking a highly capable, hands-on Director of Finance own the company’s full finance operating rhythm across monthly close, budgeting and forecasting, cash management, accounts payable, accounts receivable, financial reporting, internal controls, and strategic finance support. 

This leader will be expected to operate as both a player and a builder: personally driving core accounting and finance processes in the near term while designing the systems, controls, and team structure needed to scale the business over time. The Director of Finance will serve as a key thought partner to leadership team, ensuring the company has accurate financials, strong operating discipline, and forward-looking financial visibility. 

This role is especially well suited for a finance leader who thrives in early-stage environments, can move fluidly between detail and strategy, and is excited to build a finance function that will support the company through its next phase of growth. 

Reporting Structure 

This role will report to the VP of Operations and work closely with department leaders across the company. 

What You’ll Do 

Build and lead the finance function

1. Establish the foundation of the finance organization
2. Design and implement scalable finance processes, controls, policies, and reporting cadences
3. Build the finance roadmap, including team design, systems architecture, and outsourcing strategy where appropriate
4. Hire, develop, and lead future finance team members across accounting, FP&A, and AP/AR as the company grows
5. Establish clear ownership, documentation, and standard operating procedures across all core finance activities 

Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual finance operating cadence

1. Lead the monthly close process, including reconciliations, journal entries, accruals, prepaids, revenue recognition considerations, and financial statement preparation
2. Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting
3. Maintain budget-to-actual reporting and variance analysis across departments
4. Support quarterly reforecasts and annual planning processes
5. Prepare management reporting packages and support board-level reporting
6. Translate financial results into actionable insights, risks, and recommendations 

Lead accounting operations and controllership activities 

1. Own day-to-day accounting operations in a hands-on manner until team scale supports greater delegation
2. Oversee and improve accounts payable, procurement controls, accounts receivable, invoicing, and collections
3. Maintain balance sheet integrity through timely reconciliations
4. Ensure disciplined expense classification, cutoff, and period-end accruals
5. Develop and maintain internal controls appropriate for a scaling venture-backed business
6. Prepare the company for increasing audit, diligence, tax, and investor reporting 

Drive budgeting, forecasting, and strategic finance 

1. Develop monthly cash flow forecasts, including a rolling detailed cash forecast and long-term runway model
2. Partner with the leadership team on hiring plans, expense decisions, and resource allocation
3. Support pricing, vendor, customer, and investment decisions with financial analysis and scenario modeling
4. Support fundraising readiness by ensuring the company’s financial story, metrics, and supporting schedules are credible and consistent 

Cash management and working capital ownership 

1. Monitor daily and weekly cash position and ensure strong visibility into liquidity
2. Manage payment timing, collections, and cash conversion discipline to preserve runway
3. Build and maintain clear reporting on burn rate, runway, and key cash drivers
4. Identify risks and opportunities related to working capital, customer receivables, vendor obligations, and large spend commitments 

Systems, controls, and GAAP readiness 

1. Lead the migration from the company’s current accounting environment to a GAAP-compliant accounting system and finance infrastructure capable of supporting scale, investor expectations, and future audit requirements
2. Assess and improve the current accounting systems, close processes, chart of accounts, and reporting architecture
3. Implement systems and workflows that improve data integrity, auditability, and reporting efficiency
4. Establish accounting policies and procedures aligned with U.S. GAAP and the needs of a venture-backed business 

Compliance and government contracting support 

1. Partner with internal and external stakeholders to support tax, compliance, and regulatory requirements
2. Help ensure finance processes and records are maintained in a manner consistent with applicable government contracting expectations, including familiarity with DCAA/DCMA-related accounting environments, cost structures, and documentation disciplines 

What We're Looking For

1. You’re a hands-on builder with strong judgment for balancing accuracy and efficiency
2. You have meticulous attention to detail and enjoy producing financial and cost data that stands up to scrutiny
3. You like owning the numbers end-to-end and understand how they impact programs, contracts, and business decisions
4. You enjoy digging into cost structures and variances and turning them into clear, useful insights for leadership and program teams
5. You’re comfortable working in ambiguity and building frameworks, systems, and processes as the organization grows and matures
6. You enjoy working closely with engineering, operations, and program teams and helping finance enable execution 

Your Ideal Background

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 8+ years of experience across accounting, controllership, or a related finance role
• Prior experience in public accounting at a major firm
• Strong foundation in accounting, financial reporting, close processes, reconciliations, and internal controls
• Experience owning or materially contributing to budgeting, forecasting, cash management, and executive reporting
• Demonstrated ability to operate in a highly hands-on role with limited infrastructure and build processes from scratch
• Experience implementing, upgrading, or migrating accounting systems and improving finance tooling
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and the practical application of GAAP in a scaling company environment
• Excellent modeling, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to synthesize detailed financial information into clear business recommendations 

Preferred 

• CPA preferred
• Prior experience in aerospace, defense, or another regulated hardware manufacturing industry
• Experience preparing a company for audit, due diligence, or institutional investor reporting
• Experience working in venture-funded companies, ideally in early-stage or high-growth environments
• Experience building and managing small, high-performing finance teams
• Familiarity with DCAA/DCMA accounting practices, government contract cost structures, documentation expectations, and compliance-oriented financial processes
• Proficiency in Excel 

Additional Requirements: Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed.

Compensation and Benefits: Your base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. The anticipated salary range for this role is $170,000 - $220,000 annually.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at Katalyst. You will also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of the Employee Stock Option and Equity Plan, as well as a relocation bonus and other discretionary bonuses. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, and unlimited Paid Time Off.

At Katalyst our work on projects involving the U.S. Department of Defense requires adherence to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), 22 C.F.R. Parts 120-130, which requires compliance with U.S. export laws before allowing employees to perform certain positions. Currently, our available roles necessitate access to ITAR-controlled information, and as a result, Katalyst would have to ensure any non-US person is authorized access to ITAR information before the commencement of employment. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

What You’ll Do 

1. Architect vision-based navigation systems for autonomous space missions
2. Define and evaluate algorithms for pose estimation, feature tracking, and sensor fusion
3. Build prototype CV pipelines for onboard and simulation environments
4. Lead integration of camera systems with GNC stack
5. Deliver a vision-based navigation architecture for SDA/RPOD missions
6. Develop and validate perception algorithms using synthetic and real datasets
7. Stand up simulation environments for camera modeling and scene generation
8. Drive integration and testing of navigation solutions within full system 

Your Ideal Background

Required 

1. Bachelor’s or higher degree in Aerospace, Robotics, Computer Vision, or related field
2. 5+ years experience in navigation, state estimation, or computer vision systems
3. Strong experience with computer vision techniques (e.g., SLAM, visual odometry, feature detection)
4. Proficiency in Python and/or C++ for algorithm development
5. Experience deploying algorithms to real-world or flight-like systems
6. Proven ability to lead technical projects from concept to deployment 

Desired 

1. Experience with space-based navigation (e.g., RPOD, planetary landing, SSA/SDA)
2. Familiarity with multi-sensor fusion (IMU, cameras, LiDAR, etc.)
3. Experience with OpenCV, ROS, or similar frameworks
4. Understanding of spacecraft dynamics and GNC systems
5. Experience with simulation tools and synthetic data generation
6. Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills 

Additional Requirements: Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed.

Compensation and Benefits: Your base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. The anticipated salary range for this role is $150,000 - $200,000 annually.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at Katalyst. You will also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of the Employee Stock Option and Equity Plan, as well as a relocation bonus and other discretionary bonuses. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, and unlimited Paid Time Off.

At Katalyst our work on projects involving the U.S. Department of Defense requires adherence to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), 22 C.F.R. Parts 120-130, which requires compliance with U.S. export laws before allowing employees to perform certain positions. Currently, our available roles necessitate access to ITAR-controlled information, and as a result, Katalyst would have to ensure any non-US person is authorized access to ITAR information before the commencement of employment. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Jira Platform & Identity Automation Engineer is responsible for designing and implementing automation and structured data models across Jira Service Management and Jira Assets. This is a short-term project (6 months) contract with British Aerospace Engineering.  The role focuses on automating Active Directory (AD) access workflows and building scalable, maintainable systems that translate business processes into reliable, auditable automation. The engineer will support both the development of a structured asset/data model and the automation of high-volume AD group membership changes based on approved service requests.

SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

AD Automation & Workflow Execution

• Design and implement automation that converts approved Jira tickets into AD group membership changes
• Integrate Jira workflows with execution platforms (e.g., PowerShell services or VMware Aria Orchestrator)
• Develop and maintain automation using ScriptRunner for Jira or equivalent tools
• Implement validation, idempotency, and error handling for automated actions
• Ensure all changes are logged, auditable, and attributable

Jira Assets (CMDB) Design & Implementation

• Design object schemas in Jira Assets for devices, infrastructure, applications, and services
• Define relationships between assets (e.g., system → owner → access groups)
• Establish data standards, governance, and lifecycle processes for Assets
• Integrate Assets with Jira forms to enforce structured input and reduce errors

Platform Integration & Architecture

• Define and implement separation between request intake (Jira), data/policy (Assets), and execution (automation/orchestration)
• Build integrations between Jira, Assets, and external systems via REST APIs
• Ensure scalability and maintainability of automation workflows

Identity & Access Management Alignment                                                   

• Support and improve AD group lifecycle and access request processes
• Apply IAM principles including least privilege, role-based access, and separation of duties
• Identify opportunities to reduce manual access provisioning and improve consistency

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Hands-on experience with Active Directory, including security groups and group membership management
• Experience with PowerShell-based administration
• Experience with Jira Service Management, including workflows, request types, and automation
• Experience designing or working with structured data models (CMDB, asset systems, or similar)
• Experience with scripting and automation
• Experience integrating systems via APIs
• Strong understanding of RBAC, least privilege, and separation of duties

EDUCATION: Bachelors with  3+ or Master with  1+ Years of Experience

LENGTH: 6 months

LOCATION: Full Time/ On-Site in Broomfield, CO

CLEARANCE REQUIRMENT:  TS/SCI Eligible 

DOD 8570 REQUIREMENT: IAT - Level II

SALARY RANGE: $100 to $120 per hour

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

• Remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time.
• Operate a computer, keyboard, and other office equipment using hands and fingers.
• Communicate effectively in person, over the phone, and through electronic means.
• Occasionally move about the office to access files, office equipment, and meeting spaces.
• Lift and/or move up to 15 pounds as needed.
• Maintain specific vision abilities, including close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

This position is performed within a secure, classified workspace. Employees must comply with all applicable security protocols and access control procedures, including restrictions on personal electronic devices and the handling of sensitive information.

About Role: 

Urban Sky manufactures one-of-a-kind stratospheric balloons from start to finish. These balloons are made of a unique airtight material and involve long continuous seams. Making balloons involves patterning, seaming, adhesive bonds and some light mechanical work adjoining rigid fittings to the balloons. The balloons are very lightweight and relatively small compared to other stratospheric balloons, but quite large when compared with things like clothing and outdoor equipment. In this job the candidate would be responsible for following detailed work instructions, blueprints and build documentation. The systems the candidate builds would go on to be used in high altitude stratospheric flights.  

In addition to building balloons the candidate will periodically be required to help with other manufacturing tasks such as assembling test equipment, operating test equipment, general shop upkeep, cleaning and maintenance. 

Key Functions:  

• Build Stratospheric Balloons and Associated Accessories
  • Build Stratospheric and Associated Accessories
  • Cut large patterns 
  • Seam patterns together per a proprietary seaming method 
  • Adhesive bonding  
  • Light mechanical work  
  • Light rigging work creating custom cord (light rope) assemblies and attaching to the balloon 
• Work with Operational Review Board (ORB) to help solve problems as they arise with process or product 
• Be willing to work in a team environment committed to excellence and high standard of quality 

Requirements: 

• Integrity and accountability in all things 
• 1+ years of experience in a manufacturing or new development environment (Preferred) 
• Ability to learn and use complex machinery, large and small (all necessary training will be provided) 
• Ability to use small tools and measurement apparatuses 
• A great attitude, willingness to grow and learn, and strong work ethic 
• Able to stand, walk, and stoop; push, pull and lift or lower objects weighing up to 50 lbs 
• Able to work in a development environment with high level of commitment to the team and project success 

Benefits: 

• Medical, Vision and Dental 
• Cell Phone Bill Stipend 
• 15 days paid leave, plus paid holidays 

Compensation ranges from ~$20-26/hr based on experience and qualifications.

About Role: 

Urban Sky is seeking an Aerospace Engineer to help design and advance the next generation of high-performance stratospheric balloon systems. Our ideal candidate has hands-on experience with balloon systems, aerostats, airships, blimps, or similar soft-goods-based systems. A background in soft goods, paired with a strong foundation in physics and material sciences, would be a good fit for this position.  

In this role, you will need to understand material properties such as density, thickness, creep, tensile, elongation, tear, puncture, DSC, melt index, low temp brittleness, UV resistance, stress crack etc. and how to apply them to platform design. You’ll dive deep into the science and art of ballooning, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible with trial-and-error testing and first principles thinking. You should be comfortable experimenting with new designs, flying prototypes that may fail (always with safety and regulatory compliance in mind), and embracing innovation at the cutting edge of aerospace. 

Key Responsibilities:   

• Design Cutting Edge Stratospheric Balloon Systems 
  • Use and expansion of the in-house design tool, create mathematical models or other tools to evaluate potential balloon performance 
    • This will include creating and updating material models (over temperature and pressure gradients) based on in-house and in field test data 
    • This will include understanding material process/performance phases and performance effects therein 
    • Design and analyze auxiliary components like structural mounting Points(fittings), Fill Ports, Destruct Devices, and Vents  
    • Design flight hardware including electromechanical assemblies 
  • Participate in the design of heat sealing/bonding systems and other critical equipment 
  • Participate in the design of launch systems and other critical ground equipment 
  • Design and analyze auxiliary components like structural mounting points, fill ports and vents  
  • Design product packaging per internal and external regulatory requirements 
  • Design for and with Manufacturing, Quality, and Customer Teams 
• Support manufacturing engineering and configuration management efforts for the platforms you design. 
  • Have strong configuration management head space in all aspects of R&D design and manufacturing control. 
• Participate and contribute to operation review board (ORB). 
• Understanding of different development cycles and approaches and when to apply them. 
• Participate in customer-facing events as the Balloon Engineering representative as requested by management.  

Qualifications:  

• Experience developing systems made of thin films or fabric 
• Strong understanding of physics principles including gas laws, thermodynamics and aerodynamics 
  • Aerospace/Mechanical dual discipline preferred 
• Strong understanding of mechanical design  
• Strong understanding of material science  
• Strength in mathematics or an ability to develop balloon designs iteratively

Nice-to-Haves / Preferred Skills: 

• Specific experience developing balloon designs that were used in practice (actually flew) 
• Field experience flying balloons 
• Testing Data Evaluation and incorporation into mathematical models 
  • Cold brittleness 
  • Vacuum and / or pressure testing 
  • Modulus 
  • Stress/strain/creep/CTE 
• Understanding of meteorology and product environmental conditions and effects 

Requirements: 

• Must be US Citizen or Permanent Resident 
• Must be located near Greenville, Tx or willing to relocate to Greenville, Tx 

Benefits: 

• Salary $120,000 - $180,000 per year 
• Stock Options 
• Medical, Vision and Dental 
• Unlimited Vacation Days 
• Cell Phone Bill Stipend 

OUR MISSION 

The peaceful use of space is essential for continued prosperity on Earth—from communications and finance to navigation and logistics. True Anomaly builds innovative technology at the intersection of spacecraft, software, and AI to enhance the capabilities of the U.S., its allies, and commercial partners. We safeguard global security by ensuring space access and sustainability for all. 

OUR VALUES 

Be the Offset.  We create asymmetric advantages with creativity and ingenuity 

What would it take?  We challenge assumptions to deliver ambitious results 

It’s the People. Our team is our competitive advantage, and we are better together 

YOUR MISSION 

True Anomaly operates across Azure, AWS, their GovCloud variants, on-premises facilities, classified environments, and customer-deployed infrastructure. As Senior Manager of Infrastructure Engineering, you will own the compute platform that ties all of it together: Kubernetes, networking, CI/CD, cloud infrastructure, and the government-accredited environments that the company deploys into. Your team will grow initially to 6 then further as the company breaks out dedicated subteams for SRE, network engineering, developer productivity, and incident management. The infrastructure you build will serve every program in the company, directly displace subcontractor engagements that currently cost millions per program, and form the foundation of True Anomaly’s accredited compute platform. This role requires someone who can operate across the full breadth of infrastructure disciplines, make sound architectural calls in classified and unclassified environments, and build a team that scales with an aggressive growth trajectory. 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Build and lead the Infrastructure Engineering team: initially 3 Senior Engineers (Kubernetes/platform reliability, networking, CI/CD/cloud), growing into dedicated subteams as the organization scales 

• Own the compute platform strategy across commercial, CUI, and classified environments, delivering standardized infrastructure that any program can deploy onto instead of building from scratch 

• Deliver government-accredited compute environments (IL-5, IL-6) using internal engineering capacity, replacing the current model of outsourcing each new accredited environment to subcontractors 

• Drive Kubernetes standardization, multi-tenant cluster design, service mesh, and workload orchestration across the company’s multi-cloud and on-premises footprint 

• Partner closely with the Staff/Principal Platform Engineer and Staff/Principal Network Engineer (who report to the VP) as the senior technical anchors for compute and networking architecture 

• Collaborate with Cybersecurity on hardened infrastructure (STIGs, security scanning, network segmentation) and with AI and Data Engineering on the compute and networking layer their platforms run on 

QUALIFICATIONS 

• 10+ years of experience in infrastructure, platform, or systems engineering, with 3+ years leading infrastructure teams across multiple technical disciplines 
• Active U.S. security clearance, such as Secret, Top Secret or TS/SCI clearance 

• Deep hands-on expertise in Kubernetes, container orchestration, and cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, or GovCloud variants) at production scale 

• Working knowledge of networking across complex environments: multi-cloud, on-premises, VPNs, firewalls, and network segmentation across classification boundaries 

• Direct experience building or operating DoD accredited environments (IL-4/IL-5 or higher), with familiarity with NIST 800-53, STIGs, RMF, and the ATO process 

• Experience with CI/CD platform design and infrastructure-as-code practices at scale (Terraform, Ansible, or similar) 

• Track record of building and leading engineering teams in high-growth environments where the infrastructure had to scale faster than the headcount 

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE 

• Experience in aerospace, defense, or national security technology companies where infrastructure spans classification levels 

• Background managing teams that operate across both unclassified and classified environments with mixed clearance requirements 

• Experience with service mesh (Istio, Linkerd), GitOps workflows, and developer platform tooling 

• Prior experience at a high-growth company where a single infrastructure team covered multiple disciplines before specializing into subteams 
• Familiarity with platform engineering “paved roads” operating models that balance standardization with engineering team autonomy 

COMPENSATION  

• Base Salary:   Long Beach - $165,000 to $230,000, Denver - $160,000 to $220,000

• Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave 

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education and experience. 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS 

• Active U.S. Secret clearance required; Top Secret preferred; must be able to obtain TS/SCI 

• Work Location: this role will be fully onsite at our facilities in Centennial, CO or Long Beach, CA  

• Work environment is in a standard office, working at a desk or in a production factory. 

• Physical demands may include frequent standing, sitting, walking, bending, and lifting or carrying items up to 20lbs. 

This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below. #LI-Onsite

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (IT 

1. AR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. 

We value diversity of experience, knowledge, backgrounds and perspectives and harness these qualities to create extraordinary impact. True Anomaly is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of sex, race, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, citizenship, marital, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, maternity or related condition (including breastfeeding) or any other basis as protected by applicable law. If you have a disability or additional need that requires accommodation, please do not hesitate to let us know. 

YOUR MISSION 

True Anomaly is building a new Platform Engineering organization to own the compute infrastructure that powers everything we do, from autonomous spacecraft to classified command-and-control software. As VP of Platform Engineering, you will build this organization from day one. You will hire and lead teams across AI engineering, data engineering, infrastructure engineering, and IT. You will set the technical vision for how the company builds, deploys, and operates across commercial, CUI, and classified environments. The platforms your team creates will serve every program in the company and position True Anomaly to offer accredited compute as a strategic capability in the defense market. This role has direct impact on the company’s ability to scale.  

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Build and lead the Platform Engineering organization from the ground up: hiring managers, setting technical direction, and scaling a team to 24+ in 2026 with significant continued growth as the company expands its program portfolio and prime capabilities 
• Own the company’s compute infrastructure platform strategy across commercial, CUI, and classified environments, including cloud, containers, networking, and CI/CD 
• Define and deliver the technical architecture for DoD Impact Level 5 and IL-6 accredited compute environments, replacing subcontractor dependency with a reusable, internally owned platform 
• Drive AI enablement infrastructure as the company’s top strategic priority, including the AI platform, data infrastructure, and enterprise AI tooling that the rest of the company depends on 
• Lead the Systems Working Group: technology evaluation, approval, and standardization across the company, backed by the engineering capacity to drive outcomes 
• Partner with engineering leadership, program teams, and government customers to ensure infrastructure scales with the contract pipeline and positions True Anomaly to offer accredited compute as a prime capability 

QUALIFICATIONS 

• 12+ years of experience in infrastructure, platform, or systems engineering, with 5+ years leading engineering organizations of 15+ people across multiple technical disciplines 
• Hands-on expertise in cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, or GovCloud variants), Kubernetes, container orchestration, networking, and CI/CD at scale 
• Direct experience building and operating DoD Impact Level 5 or higher accredited environments, with working knowledge of NIST 800-53, STIGs, RMF, and the ATO process 
• Track record of building engineering organizations from scratch in high-growth environments: recruiting teams, establishing culture, and delivering platforms that other teams depend on 
• Experience managing teams that operate across classification levels with mixed clearance requirements 
• Strong executive communication skills and the ability to represent infrastructure strategy to government customers, program leadership, and C-suite stakeholders 

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE 

• Experience in aerospace, defense, or national security technology companies 
• Background spanning multiple infrastructure disciplines: AI/ML platforms, data engineering, networking, and SRE/DevOps 
• Experience with multi-cloud and hybrid architectures including on-premises, GovCloud, and customer-deployed or disconnected environments 
• Prior experience at a high-growth startup (Series B through IPO) building infrastructure that scales with rapid headcount and contract growth 
• Familiarity with platform engineering “paved roads” operating models that balance standardization with engineering team autonomy 
• Active U.S. Top Secret or TS/SCI clearance 

COMPENSATION  

• Base Salary:  $185,000 - $350,000
• Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave 

 Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education and experience. 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS 

• Active U.S. Top Secret clearance required; SCI eligibility required and must be obtainable 
• Work Location: this role will be fully onsite at our facilities in Centennial, CO or Long Beach, CA  
• Work environment is in a standard office, working at a desk or in a production factory.  

This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below. #LI-Onsite 

YOUR MISSION

We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Test Engineer to support the design, planning, and execution of test campaigns for aerospace defense systems. You will work closely with engineers, program managers, and technical teams to ensure that systems meet performance, environmental, and mission-critical requirements. In this role, you will develop test plans, execute tests, collect data, analyze results, and ensure that the systems meet all specifications. The position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge aerospace technologies in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Define and lead test strategies for major programs, including requirements verification, procedure development, and execution oversight. 
• Author and review high-level test documentation including plans, procedures, readiness reports, and compliance matrices. 
• Analyze complex test data, resolve anomalies, and lead root cause investigations and corrective actions. 
• Oversee test campaigns involving multiple disciplines (thermal, structural, EMI, functional) and ensure full traceability to system requirements. 
• Mentor junior engineers and serve as the technical point of contact for internal and external test-related communications. 
• Interface with program leadership, customers, and regulatory bodies during design reviews and formal test events. 
• Ensure compliance with industry and military standards for test planning and reporting. 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering. 
• 5+ years of relevant experience in test engineering for aerospace, defense, or high-reliability systems. 
• Deep knowledge of environmental and performance test methodologies and standards. 
• Experience leading complex test campaigns and multidisciplinary teams. 
• Strong background in data analysis, systems engineering, and failure analysis. 
• Excellent communication, leadership, and technical documentation skills. 
• U.S. Citizenship required due to government contracts. 

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Master's degree in engineering.
• Familiarity with systems engineering principles and test validation traceability. 
• Expertise with data acquisition, test automation, and scripting (LabVIEW, Python, MATLAB). 
• Knowledge of test standards such as MIL-STD-810, DO-160, or NASA/DoD specs. 
• Experience working in classified or secure test environments. 
• Active Secret or Top Secret clearance. 

COMPENSATION

• Base Salary: $120,000-$195,000
• Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave 

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience. 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work Location— this a fully onsite position based out of our Centennial, CO office.
• Work environment—the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.
• Physical demands—the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.

This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below. #LI-Onsite

YOUR MISSION

As Manager, Hardware and Environments Test Engineering, you will lead the Colorado -based team of hardware and environmental test engineers to deliver fully tested and qualified components, developmental units, and spacecraft on aggressive timelines. You will own the test processes, schedules, capacity planning, and the execution outcomes of hardware and environmental test.  

You will partner closely with Program Management and Engineering to provide inputs to program schedules, align capacity with demand, ensure design for test, and drive disciplined execution against test milestones. You will be accountable for adapting test to program needs, continuously improving efficiency, automation, and process maturity to deliver the required quality at the required time.  

This role requires both strategic foresight and hands-on leadership: setting standards, driving automation, solving problems, and developing people to their full potential while ensuring every spacecraft meets mission assurance standards. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and mentor a high-performing team of test engineers providing distance, direction, and motivation to complete the mission, growing capacity within our most important asset: our people. 
• Manage the team and cross-team test coordination utilizing effective and efficient tools that reduce friction and fuel high-quality, high-rate output 
• Own execution of test to meet program commitments including testing component, subsystem, vehicle-level hardware, and environments for qualification and acceptance. 
• Drive load capacity planning: forecast demand, balance resources, maximize efficiency, and ensure teams are properly staffed and focused. 
• Provide accurate inputs to the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS), engineering reviews, and test reviews, aligning test activities with program needs. 
• Own and continuously improve test processes, ensuring efficiency, repeatability, and compliance. 
• Drive partnership with design teams to ensure high quality design that not only meets requirements, but can be tested to the qualification requirements of a program. 
• Champion efficiency and automation initiatives to reduce cycle time, improve first-time test success, and scale acceptance and qualification repeatability. 
• Ensure test facilities and workspaces are clean, organized, and optimized for safety and efficiency.  

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE 

• Test schedules executed with milestones met and acceptance/qualification delivered at required quality. 
• Efficiency and automation efforts measurably reduce turn time and increase throughput each iteration. 
• Capacity plans that maximize utilization, minimize downtime, while preventing bottlenecks. 
• High first-time yield at quality with reduced anomalies demonstrate process maturity. 
• Team engagement and technical excellence known across the organization. 
• Test processes that are scalable, disciplined, and trusted by stakeholders.  

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, aerospace engineering, or a related discipline. 
• First-principles driven approach to engineering and problem solving backed by ability to scale analytical rigor to meet program risk levels and maturity. 
• 5+ years of experience in space system, developmental system, or complex system test across electrical, mechanical, fluids, and environmental. Environmental test experience in thermal, vacuum, vibration, electromagnetic interference / electromagnetic compatibility environments. 
• Mastered use of test processes, tools, and practices including test plans, test equipment design, development, and implementation, and the integration of automation components across these systems. 
• Experience setting up test architecture in manufacturing and test execution system (epsilon 3 or equivalent)  
• Experience with space-grade and ESD sensitive component and assembly testing. 
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage and maintain test equipment and facilities including environmental, structural or mechanical, fluids, and electrical test.  

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Master’s degree in mechanical, aerospace engineering or equivalent discipline. 
• Extensive experience with test ground support equipment and electrical ground support equipment design, development, and implementation in test. 
• Demonstrated ability to stand up spacecraft/component test and environmental test facilities including vibration, thermal, vacuum, EMI/EMC, fluids and pressure.  
• Active DoD clearance or ability to obtain one. 

COMPENSATION

• Base Salary:  $135,000 - $225,000

• Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave 

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience. 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work Location—this a fully onsite position based out of our Centennial, CO office.
• Work environment—the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.
• Physical demands—the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.

This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below. #LI-Onsite 

YOUR MISSION

As a Mechanical Engineer at True Anomaly, you will be at the forefront of designing and developing the next generation of spacecraft that define the future of space security and sustainability. From LEO/GEO satellites to small sat platforms and on-orbit servicing vehicles, you will own the mechanical design of flight systems that operate in some of the most demanding environments known to engineering. This is a rare opportunity to shape vehicle architecture from the ground up — translating mission requirements into flight-ready hardware that safeguards access to space for the U.S. and its allies.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the design, analysis, and optimization of mechanical structures, mechanisms, and assemblies for LEO/GEO satellites, small sat platforms, and on-orbit servicing vehicles, ensuring designs meet performance, mass, and reliability requirements across the full hardware lifecycle.
• Own end-to-end development of spacecraft structural systems and mechanisms — from concept and trade studies through prototyping, qualification, and flight hardware delivery.
• Design and develop primary and secondary structures sized for launch load environments, including sine burst, random vibration, and shock, in compliance with launch vehicle ICD requirements.
• Lead the design of spacecraft mechanisms and deployment systems, including hinges, hold-down and release mechanisms, solar array drives, antenna pointing systems, and other precision moving assemblies for on-orbit operation.
• Package and integrate electronics assemblies and avionics hardware within the spacecraft structure, accounting for thermal interface requirements, EMI shielding, harness routing, and accessibility for integration and test.
• Support propulsion system integration, including structural mounting, propellant line routing, thruster bracket design, and compliance with propulsion subsystem interface requirements.
• Develop and manage detailed 3D CAD models and drawings for spacecraft components, subsystems, and assemblies using NX (Siemens) and/or SolidWorks, maintaining configuration integrity throughout the program.
• Define and enforce GD&T standards on piece part and assembly drawings, and review supplier and team deliverables for compliance.
• Lead and present at spacecraft design reviews (PDR, CDR, TRR) and drive resolution of technical risks, open actions, and subsystem interface trades.
• Serve as a key technical interface with structures, thermal, avionics, mechanisms, and propulsion teams to validate designs and ensure compliance with mission and environmental requirements.
• Develop and execute test plans to support structural and mechanisms qualification, acceptance testing, and on-orbit deployment verification.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to a culture of technical excellence, continuous improvement, and spacecraft engineering best practices.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• 6 -14 years of professional experience in mechanical design, with direct experience in spacecraft or satellite hardware development.
• Demonstrated experience designing structures for launch load environments, including familiarity with launch vehicle user guides, load cycle definition, and structural margin compliance.
• Hands-on experience with spacecraft mechanisms design, including deployment systems, release mechanisms, or other flight-qualified moving assemblies.
• Experience packaging electronics and avionics hardware within spacecraft structures, with an understanding of thermal interface management, harness routing, and integration constraints.
• Familiarity with propulsion system mechanical integration, including thruster and tank mounting, propellant line design, and interface requirements.
• Strong proficiency in 3D CAD modeling and drawing creation in NX (Siemens) and/or SolidWorks, including complex spacecraft assemblies and configuration management.
• Deep knowledge of GD&T principles and ability to define, review, and enforce standards across a program.
• Experience leading or significantly contributing to spacecraft hardware development from concept through delivery.
• Experience with configuration management, MES, and PLM tools (e.g., Teamcenter, Windchill).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present technical content clearly to both engineering and leadership audiences.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• 5+ years of experience specifically in LEO/GEO satellite, small sat, or on-orbit servicing vehicle mechanical design.
• Experience with smallsat or CubeSat platforms, including mass-constrained design, commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) component integration, and compressed development schedules.
• Experience with on-orbit servicing or proximity operations vehicles, including docking mechanisms, capture systems, or servicer-to-client structural interfaces.
• Familiarity with structural analysis methods and FEA tools (e.g., NASTRAN, Ansys) and ability to interpret and apply results to drive design decisions.
• Experience leading spacecraft design reviews and managing technical risk across a subsystem or full vehicle.
• Track record of innovative problem-solving under mass, volume, and schedule constraints typical of spacecraft programs.
• Familiarity with relevant aerospace and spacecraft standards (e.g., NASA-STD-5001, GEVS, MIL-SPEC, AIAA S-110) and their application to design and test.
• Experience interfacing directly with machine shops, fabrication vendors, and manufacturing teams to support DFM and flight hardware producibility.
• Experience working in a startup or fast-paced environment with compressed development timelines.
• Active U.S. security clearance (Secret or above), or ability and willingness to obtain one.

COMPENSATION

• Base Salary: $125,000 - $255,000
• Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to maintain or obtain TS//SCI clearance
• Work Location—Successful candidates will be located near Denver or Long Beach. 
• Work environment—the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.
• Physical demands—the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.

This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below. #LI-Onsite

YOUR MISSION

As a Mechanical Engineer (I-II) at True Anomaly, you will be at the forefront of designing and developing the next generation of spacecraft that define the future of space security and sustainability. From LEO/GEO satellites to small sat platforms and on-orbit servicing vehicles, you will own the mechanical design of flight systems that operate in some of the most demanding environments known to engineering. This is a rare opportunity to shape vehicle architecture from the ground up — translating mission requirements into flight-ready hardware that safeguards access to space for the U.S. and its allies.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the design, analysis, and optimization of mechanical structures, mechanisms, and assemblies for LEO/GEO satellites, small sat platforms, and on-orbit servicing vehicles, ensuring designs meet performance, mass, and reliability requirements.
• Assist in the development of spacecraft structural systems from concept and trade studies through prototyping and flight hardware delivery, under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Support the design of primary and secondary structures for launch load environments, including sine burst, random vibration, and shock, in compliance with launch vehicle ICD requirements.
• Contribute to the design of spacecraft mechanisms and deployment systems, including hinges, hold-down and release mechanisms, and other moving assemblies intended for on-orbit operation.
• Assist in the packaging and integration of electronics assemblies and avionics hardware within the spacecraft structure, with consideration for thermal interfaces, harness routing, and accessibility during integration and test.
• Support propulsion system mechanical integration efforts, including structural mounting, thruster bracket design, and propellant line routing.
• Develop and maintain detailed 3D CAD models and drawings for spacecraft components, subsystems, and assemblies using NX (Siemens) and/or SolidWorks.
• Create accurate piece part and assembly drawings with proper application of GD&T standards.
• Support design reviews (PDR, CDR, TRR) by preparing technical documentation, design rationales, and interface control documents.
• Assist in the development and execution of structural and mechanisms test plans to support hardware qualification and acceptance activities.
• Work within configuration management systems and PLM/MES tools to maintain design integrity and documentation traceability.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• 1–7 years of professional experience in mechanical design, preferably within aerospace, defense, or a related industry.
• Exposure to or coursework in spacecraft or satellite systems, including structural design, mechanisms, or space environment considerations.
• Hands-on experience with 3D CAD modeling and drawing creation in NX (Siemens) and/or SolidWorks.
• Working knowledge of GD&T principles and their application to piece part and assembly drawings.
• Familiarity with structural and mechanical design principles, including load paths, joints, and materials selection relevant to launch and on-orbit environments.
• Exposure to mechanisms design, including hinges, deployment systems, actuators, or other moving assemblies.
• Familiarity with electronics packaging concepts, including thermal interface materials, harness routing, and avionics integration constraints.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, cross-functional team environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Experience designing hardware for space or flight environments, including considerations for launch loads, thermal cycling, vacuum outgassing, and radiation.
• Familiarity with smallsat or CubeSat platforms, including COTS component integration and mass-constrained design.
• Exposure to on-orbit servicing concepts, proximity operations vehicles, or docking and capture mechanisms.
• Familiarity with structural analysis methods or FEA tools (e.g., NASTRAN, Ansys) and ability to interpret results in support of design decisions.
• Exposure to propulsion system mechanical integration, including thruster or tank mounting and propellant line routing.
• Familiarity with relevant spacecraft and aerospace standards (e.g., NASA-STD-5001, GEVS, AIAA S-110, MIL-SPEC).
• Exposure to full hardware lifecycle, from concept and design through fabrication, assembly, and test.
• Familiarity with configuration management and PLM tools (e.g., Teamcenter, Windchill) and engineering change processes.
• Experience working in a startup or fast-paced environment with compressed development timelines.
• Active U.S. security clearance or ability and willingness to obtain one.

COMPENSATION

• Base Salary:  
  • $70,000 - $165,000

• Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave 

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience. 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to maintain or obtain TS//SCI clearance
• Work Location—Successful candidates will be located near Denver or Long Beach. 
• Work environment—the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.
• Physical demands—the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.

This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below. #LI-Onsite 

YOUR MISSION

True Anomaly is looking for you, a creative and experienced Senior PLM/CM Administrator that desires to be a hands-on technical expert responsible for the stability, configuration, and advanced support of the Siemens Teamcenter PLM platform. This role serves as the functional and technical lead for Teamcenter operations, driving system improvements, and supporting complex business processes.  As this team grows, someone that hungers to mentor junior PLM staff will be critical to this teams success.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as the primary technical owner for Teamcenter administration, CAD and configuration
• Configure and maintain items, revisions, BOMs, datasets, lifecycles, workflows, and access controls as well as standard parts libraries, document and drawing
• Extensive experience with Microsoft office suite and strong ability to clean and format documents (table of contents, figures, hyperlinks ect.)
• Management processes (ECR/ECO/ECN) and release workflows
• Ensure data integrity, governance, and compliance across product structures and lifecycle states
• Define and enforce PLM standards, best practices, and data models
• Act as the highest level of PLM support for complex issues and root-cause analysis
• Support and troubleshoot CAD and CAD integrations (NX, Solid Edge, CATIA, Creo)
• Coordinate with Siemens GTAC or external partners for advanced issue resolution
• Lead testing, validation, and deployment for Teamcenter upgrades, patches, and enhancements
• Support or lead PLM improvement initiatives, including new module adoption and process optimization and Collaborate/support IT on ERP and downstream integrations
• Serve as a technical mentor to junior PLM administrators
• Provide guidance and best practices to program, engineering and manufacturing stakeholders
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, training materials, and SOPs

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent with 7-10 years of experience in PLM administration or configuration management
• Strong expertise in PLM concepts, BOM management, and change control
• Experience with Teamcenter configuration tools (BMIDE, preferences, workflows)
• Proven ability to independently troubleshoot and resolve complex system issues
• Strong time management/delegation skills with ability to balance multiple tasks simultaneously

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of hands-on Siemens Teamcenter administration experience
• Experience with Teamcenter Active Workspace configuration and deployment
• Exposure to Teamcenter architecture (2-tier / 4-tier) and system performance considerations
• Experience with Teamcenter upgrades, migrations, or large-scale implementations
• Basic knowledge of ITK, SOA, or scripting
• Experience in regulated or complex manufacturing environments (automotive, aerospace, industrial, medical devices)
• Experienced in leading configuration activities using BMIDE, preferences, and business rules

COMPENSATION

• Base Salary:  $125,000 - $195,000
• Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave 

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience. 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work Location—Successful candidates will be located near Denver or Colorado Springs. While we observe a hybrid work environment, some work must be done on site.
• Work environment—the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.
• Physical demands—the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.

This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below. #LI-Onsite 

YOUR MISSION

We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer, Tooling and MGSE (Senior - Staff) to serve as technical authority and team leader for tooling and ground support equipment across our Space Systems programs. The title and scope will be calibrated to your depth of experience — at the senior end you will operate as a highly autonomous individual contributor; at the staff and lead end you will own program tooling strategy, lead a team, define standards, and serve as the primary interface with program leadership and government stakeholders. Specific level will be determined based on candidate experience. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as technical authority for spacecraft tooling and MGSE — from requirements definition through design, fabrication, qualification, configuration control, and sustained production support. 
• Lead design of complex tooling including precision assembly fixtures, spacecraft lifting and handling systems, gravity offload equipment, optical handling fixtures, transportation/environmental containers, and STE/ATP fixtures. 
• Define tooling engineering strategies, standards, and best practices; champion DFM/DFMA adoption and drive continuous improvement across the tooling lifecycle. 
• Lead or manage a team of tooling engineers and designers: assign work, perform design checker duties, manage deliverable quality, and support career development. 
• Own the full vendor relationship lifecycle: SOW/RFQ development, source selection, fabrication oversight, technical disposition of non-conformances, and supplier performance management. 
• Chair or co-chair tooling PDR/CDR; present tooling status, risk, and schedule posture to program management, customers, and government stakeholders. 
• Define and enforce cleanroom tooling protocols; collaborate with facilities to maintain cleanroom certification and AI&T readiness. 
• Lead root cause investigations on complex tooling anomalies; drive systemic CAPA across the portfolio. 
• Own configuration control discipline across the complete tooling data package: models, drawings, BOMs, work instructions, and proof test records. 
• Develop and maintain tooling schedules and budgets; provide accurate EAC inputs and proactively surface cost and schedule risks. 
• Represent tooling/MGSE at spacecraft hardware PDR/CDR; provide producibility and toolability guidance to design engineering teams. 
• Ensure compliance with ASME BTH-1, NASA SP-8077, JSC-65289, ASME Y14.5, ASME Y14.100, and applicable MIL-STDs across all team deliverables. 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related STEM field. Graduate degree strongly preferred for staff and lead roles. 
• Minimum 8 years of professional experience in tooling, MGSE, or manufacturing engineering within aerospace or defense. Staff and lead roles typically require 12+ years with demonstrated team leadership. 
• Expert proficiency in 3D CAD (CREO, NX, or CATIA V5) and PLM/PDM (Windchill, Teamcenter). 
• Expert application of GD&T (ASME Y14.5) and advanced tolerance analysis; qualified to serve as technical checker for team and vendor designs. 
• Proven record of managing complex tooling programs from concept through sustained production. 
• Strong vendor management: SOW development, source selection, performance management, and disposition of non-conformances. 
• Demonstrated leadership: mentoring engineers, driving team performance, and influencing cross-functional partners. 
• Executive-level communication skills; experienced presenting to senior leadership, customers, and government stakeholders. 
• U.S. citizenship or equivalent ITAR eligibility; active Secret clearance required. TS/SCI eligibility preferred. 

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Extensive direct experience with spacecraft, satellite, or launch vehicle tooling and MGSE in a cleanroom AI&T environment. 
• Experience with optical instrument handling, precision alignment fixtures, and passive gravity offload systems for deployable structures. 
• Structural analysis expertise (ANSYS, FEMAP/NASTRAN) qualifying lifting equipment to ASME BTH-1 and NASA SP-8077. 
• Experience managing a tooling portfolio spanning 20+ active designs across concurrent programs. 
• Demonstrated expertise designing large structural weldments for aerospace GSE and tooling — welded steel frames, lifting structures, integration stands, and handling bases — with proficiency in weld joint design, weld symbol specification per AWS A2.4, pre- and post-weld distortion control, material selection for weldability, and vendor qualification of weld procedure specifications (WPS) and welder certifications. 
• Prior experience as configuration control authority for a major program's tooling design data package. 
• Prior experience or familiarity with launch site complications. 
• Active Secret or TS/SCI clearance. 

COMPENSATION

• Base Salary:  $125,000 - $255,000

• Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave 

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience. 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work Location—Successful candidates will be located near Denver or Long Beach. 
• Work environment—the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.
• Physical demands—the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.

This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below. #LI-Onsite 

YOUR MISSION

The next generation of Space Based Interceptors demands hardware that performs flawlessly at hypersonic speeds, survives extreme thermal and aerodynamic environments, and delivers precision intercept against the most advanced threats ever fielded. True Anomaly is building that hardware — and we are looking for engineers who want to be part of it. 

As a Mechanical Engineer at True Anomaly, you will play a critical role in designing and developing flight hardware for some of the most technically demanding programs in the defense aerospace industry. From interceptor systems and kill vehicles to hypersonic flight vehicles, you will engineer mechanical systems that must perform flawlessly in extreme thermal, aerodynamic, and high-g environments — building the hardware that matters most when it counts. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the design, analysis, and optimization of mechanical structures and assemblies for interceptor systems, kill vehicles, and hypersonic flight vehicles, ensuring designs meet performance, mass, survivability, and reliability requirements.  
• Assist in the development of flight vehicle structural systems from concept and trade studies through prototyping and hardware delivery, under the guidance of senior engineers.  
• Support the design of primary and secondary airframe structures for high-dynamic-pressure, high-g maneuver, and thermally coupled hypersonic flight environments, including aerodynamic loading, vibration, and shock.  
• Contribute to the packaging and integration of guidance, navigation, and control (GN&C) hardware, seeker assemblies, and sensor systems within flight vehicle structures, with consideration for optical alignment, vibration isolation, EMI shielding, and thermal management.  
• Assist in the design and application of thermal protection system (TPS) components and high-temperature structural assemblies for hypersonic and re-entry environments, including exposure to ablative, ceramic, and composite TPS materials.  
• Support propulsion system mechanical integration efforts, including solid rocket motor structural interfaces, divert and attitude control system (DACS) packaging, and nozzle and thrust vector control (TVC) structural interfaces.  
• Develop and maintain detailed 3D CAD models and drawings for flight vehicle components, subsystems, and assemblies using NX (Siemens) and/or SolidWorks.  
• Create accurate piece part and assembly drawings with proper application of GD&T standards.  
• Support design reviews (PDR, CDR, TRR) by preparing technical documentation, design rationales, and interface control documents.  
• Assist in the development and execution of structural and environmental test plans to support hardware qualification and acceptance activities.  
• Work within configuration management systems and PLM/MES tools to maintain design integrity and documentation traceability. 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.  
• 1–4 years of professional experience in mechanical design, preferably within Space Based Interceptors, hypersonic systems, defense aerospace, or a related industry.  
• Exposure to or coursework in missile systems, hypersonic vehicle design, or high-performance flight vehicle structures, including aerodynamic loading, thermal-structural coupling, or re-entry environments.  
• Hands-on experience with 3D CAD modeling and drawing creation in NX (Siemens) and/or SolidWorks.  
• Working knowledge of GD&T principles and their application to piece part and assembly drawings.  
• Familiarity with structural and mechanical design principles, including load paths, joints, and materials selection relevant to high-dynamic-pressure and thermally demanding flight environments.  
• Exposure to guidance or seeker packaging concepts, including sensor integration constraints, vibration isolation, optical alignment, and EMI management.  
• Familiarity with high-temperature materials or TPS concepts used in hypersonic or re-entry applications.  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.  
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, cross-functional team environment.  
• Strong written and verbal communication skills. 

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Experience designing hardware for high-performance flight environments, including considerations for aerodynamic heating, high-g loading, shock, and vibration.  
• Familiarity with interceptor, kill vehicle, or re-entry system hardware, including mass-constrained structures and precision seeker or sensor integration.  
• Exposure to TPS design or high-temperature materials, including ablative, ceramic, or composite systems used in hypersonic or re-entry applications.  
• Familiarity with hypersonic flight vehicle aeroshell design concepts, including structural joints under aeroheating and TPS panel integration.  
• Exposure to propulsion system mechanical integration, including solid rocket motor, DACS, or TVC interface design.  
• Familiarity with structural analysis methods or FEA tools (e.g., NASTRAN, Ansys) and ability to interpret results in support of design decisions.  
• Background in or exposure to spacecraft or satellite mechanical design, with ability to apply crossover principles from space environment hardware to Space Based Interceptors applications.  
• Familiarity with relevant defense and aerospace standards (e.g., MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-1540, MIL-SPEC, AIAA S-110).  
• Exposure to full hardware lifecycle, from concept and design through fabrication, assembly, and test.  
• Familiarity with configuration management and PLM tools (e.g., TeamCenter, Windchill) and engineering change processes.  
• Experience working in a startup or fast-paced defense environment with compressed development timelines.  
• Active U.S. security clearance or ability and willingness to obtain one. 

COMPENSATION

• Base Salary:  $125,000 - $255,000
• Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave 

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience. 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work Location—This is a fully onsite role. Candidates must be based in or able to commute to our Denver or Long Beach office daily.
• Work environment—the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.
• Physical demands—the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.

This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below. #LI-Onsite 

YOUR MISSION

We are seeking a Senior or Staff Mechanical Engineer, Space Based Interceptors Tooling & MGSE Design to serve as technical authority and team leader for tooling and ground support equipment across our Space Based Interceptors programs. The title and scope will be calibrated to your depth of experience — at the senior end you will operate as a highly autonomous individual contributor with recognized domain expertise; at the staff and lead end you will own the full program tooling strategy, lead a team, set engineering standards, and serve as the primary interface with program leadership, MDA program offices, and government stakeholders. All candidates should bring 8+ years of tooling and MGSE experience within missile defense, missile systems, rocket propulsion, or closely related defense manufacturing domains. Specific level will be determined based on candidate experience.  

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as technical authority for Space Based Interceptors tooling and MGSE — from requirements definition through design, fabrication, qualification, configuration control, and sustained production support. 
• Lead design of complex tooling including precision interceptor assembly fixtures, kill vehicle integration tooling, canister and launcher assembly GSE, STE/ATP fixtures, below-the-hook lifting devices, and missile transportation and environmental containers. 
• Define tooling engineering strategies, standards, and best practices; champion DFM/DFMA adoption and drive continuous improvement across the tooling lifecycle. 
• Lead or manage a team of tooling engineers and designers: assign work, perform design checker duties, manage deliverable quality, and support career development. 
• Own the full vendor relationship lifecycle: SOW/RFQ development, source selection, fabrication oversight, technical disposition of non-conformances, and supplier performance management. 
• Chair or co-chair tooling PDR/CDR; present tooling status, risk, and schedule posture to program management, MDA program offices, and government stakeholders. 
• Maintain and enforce DoD, MDA, and ATF safety and regulatory compliance across all tooling and GSE designs; serve as the program's tooling safety authority. 
• Lead root cause investigations on complex tooling anomalies; drive systemic CAPA to prevent recurrence across the portfolio. 
• Own configuration control discipline across the complete tooling data package: models, drawings, BOMs, work instructions, lift safety assessments, and proof test records. 
• Develop and maintain tooling program schedules and budgets; provide accurate EAC inputs and proactively surface and mitigate cost and schedule risks. 
• Represent tooling/MGSE at Space Based Interceptors hardware PDR/CDR; provide producibility and toolability guidance to hardware design teams. 
• Ensure compliance with ASME BTH-1, MIL-STD-882E, ASME Y14.5, ASME Y14.100, and applicable MDA and program-specific tooling standards across all team deliverables. 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related STEM field. Graduate degree strongly preferred for staff and lead roles. 
• Minimum 8 years of professional experience in tooling, MGSE, or manufacturing engineering within Space Based Interceptors, missile systems, rocket propulsion, or munitions manufacturing. Staff and lead roles typically require 12+ years with demonstrated team leadership. 
• Expert proficiency in 3D CAD (CREO, NX, or CATIA V5) and PLM/PDM (Windchill, Teamcenter). 
• Expert application of GD&T (ASME Y14.5) and advanced tolerance analysis; qualified to serve as technical checker for team and vendor designs. 
• Proven record of managing complex missile defense tooling programs from concept through sustained production. 
• Deep experience directing fabrication vendors: SOW development, source selection, performance management, and disposition of non-conformances. 
• Demonstrated DoD/MDA regulatory knowledge: MIL-STD-882E system safety, ATF Employee Possessor requirements, and ordnance-adjacent manufacturing compliance. 
• Executive-level communication skills; experienced presenting to senior program leadership, MDA program offices, and government stakeholders. 
• U.S. citizenship required; active Secret clearance required. TS/SCI eligibility required for certain program assignments. 

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Extensive direct experience as tooling technical lead on major Space Based Interceptors programs: THAAD, PAC-3/MSE, SM-3 Block IIA, GMD/GBI, Next Generation Interceptor (NGI), JASSM, LRASM, or equivalent MDA/Army/Navy programs. 
• Deep experience with kill vehicle integration tooling, canister and launcher assembly tooling, and precision interceptor handling GSE. 
• Experience managing ATF Employee Possessor status programs and associated tooling and handling safety regimes. 
• Structural analysis expertise (ANSYS, FEMAP/NASTRAN) qualifying lifting and handling equipment to ASME BTH-1 and MIL-STD-882E. 
• Experience managing a tooling portfolio spanning 20+ active designs across multiple concurrent MDA or service-funded programs. 
• Prior experience authoring missile handling safety assessments, ordnance tooling qualification plans, and ATF compliance documentation. 
• Deep knowledge of solid rocket motor handling, assembly, and storage tooling requirements. 
• Demonstrated expertise designing large structural weldments for aerospace GSE and tooling — welded steel frames, launcher support structures, integration stands, and handling bases — with proficiency in weld joint design, weld symbol specification per AWS A2.4, pre- and post-weld distortion control, material selection for weldability, and vendor qualification of WPS and welder certifications. 
• Active Secret or TS/SCI clearance. 

COMPENSATION

• Base Salary:  
  • $125,000 - $255,000

• Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave 

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience. 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work Location—Successful candidates will be located near Denver or Long Beach. 
• Work environment—the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.
• Physical demands—the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.

This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below. #LI-Onsite

YOUR MISSION

The next generation of Space Based Interceptors demands hardware that performs flawlessly at hypersonic speeds, survives extreme thermal and aerodynamic environments, and delivers precision intercept against the most advanced threats ever fielded. True Anomaly is building that hardware — and we are looking for engineers who want to be part of it. 

As a Mechanical Engineer at True Anomaly, you will play a critical role in designing and developing flight hardware for some of the most technically demanding programs in the defense aerospace industry. From interceptor systems and kill vehicles to hypersonic flight vehicles, you will engineer mechanical systems that must perform flawlessly in extreme thermal, aerodynamic, and high-g environments — building the hardware that matters most when it counts. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as technical authority and subject matter expert in Space Based Interceptors and hypersonic vehicle mechanical design, providing engineering leadership across interceptor, kill vehicle, and hypersonic flight vehicle programs.  
• Own and drive the full mechanical architecture of flight vehicle structures and systems — from system-level requirements definition and concept development through qualification, flight certification, and lessons learned capture.  
• Define structural design philosophy, sizing criteria, and margins of safety for flight vehicle primary and secondary structures across high-dynamic-pressure, high-g maneuver, and thermally coupled hypersonic flight environments.  
• Lead the design and development of guidance, navigation, and control (GN&C) hardware and seeker packaging architectures, establishing integration standards for precision optical and RF sensor assemblies within highly constrained kill vehicle and interceptor envelopes.  
• Own the thermal protection system (TPS) design strategy for hypersonic and re-entry flight vehicles, including material selection, panel and tile integration architecture, aeroheating-driven structural trades, and qualification approach for ablative, ceramic, and composite TPS systems.  
• Lead mechanical integration of propulsion subsystems, including solid rocket motor structural interfaces, divert and attitude control system (DACS) packaging, nozzle and TVC structural design, and cross-discipline coordination with propulsion engineers to ensure system-level compliance.  
• Define and maintain vehicle-level mechanical interface control documents (ICDs), mass properties reports, and configuration baselines across program milestones.  
• Chair and lead formal vehicle design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR, FRR) and drive closure of technical risks, RFIs, and subsystem interface actions across the engineering team.  
• Establish and enforce GD&T standards, drawing conventions, and CAD model management practices across the mechanical engineering team.  
• Collaborate with systems engineering, aerodynamics, thermal, GN&C, and propulsion teams to derive and flow down mechanical requirements, perform requirements verification, and support IV&V activities.  
• Develop and approve structural and environmental qualification and acceptance test plans, witness testing, and resolve anomalies and non-conformances against program requirements.  
• Leverage spacecraft and space environment design expertise — including precision mechanisms, electronics packaging, and launch load structural design — to inform cross-domain solutions and bring asymmetric technical advantage to Space Based Interceptors and hypersonic programs.  
• Provide technical mentorship and career development guidance to junior and mid-level mechanical engineers, building team capability and domain expertise in Space Based Interceptors and hypersonic systems.  
• Partner with program management and business development to support proposal efforts, schedule and resource planning, and new program captures in Space Based Interceptors and hypersonic domains. 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.  
• 7–15+ years of professional experience in mechanical design, with the majority spent on Space Based Interceptors, hypersonic vehicle, or high-performance flight system programs.  
• Demonstrated expertise in flight vehicle structural design for high-dynamic-pressure, thermally coupled, and high-g flight environments, including experience across multiple interceptor, kill vehicle, or re-entry system programs.  
• Extensive hands-on experience with guidance and seeker packaging architecture, including precision optical or RF sensor integration, alignment and retention design, vibration isolation, and EMI management within kill vehicle or interceptor envelopes.  
• Deep experience with TPS design and high-temperature materials, including ablative, ceramic, and composite systems, and ownership of TPS qualification approaches for hypersonic or re-entry applications.  
• Proven experience leading mechanical integration of propulsion subsystems, including solid rocket motor interfaces, DACS packaging, and TVC structural design, with full cross-discipline coordination responsibility.  
• Expert-level proficiency in NX (Siemens) and/or SolidWorks, including complex multi-subsystem vehicle assemblies, configuration management, and CAD team leadership.  
• Mastery of GD&T principles, with experience defining and enforcing drawing and model standards across a program or organization.  
• Proven track record of leading flight vehicle hardware programs from concept through test or flight certification, including full ownership of technical risk and schedule.  
• Experience chairing or leading formal vehicle design reviews at the subsystem or full vehicle level.  
• Strong familiarity with relevant defense and aerospace standards (e.g., MIL-SPEC, MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-1540, AIAA S-110) and their application to design, analysis, and test.  
• Experience with configuration management, MES, and PLM tools (e.g., TeamCenter, Windchill) at a program leadership level.  
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills, with demonstrated ability to communicate complex technical topics to executive, program, and customer audiences. 

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Master's degree or PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related discipline.  
• 10+ years of experience specifically in interceptor systems, kill vehicles, or hypersonic flight vehicle mechanical design, with multiple programs delivered to flight test or operational fielding.  
• Experience as a lead mechanical engineer or chief engineer on a Space Based Interceptors or hypersonic program, with ownership of vehicle-level mechanical architecture and cross-subsystem integration.  
• Deep experience with kill vehicle or hit-to-kill interceptor hardware, including ultra-mass-constrained structures, precision seeker alignment under vibration and thermal loading, and flight-critical deployment or divert mechanism design.  
• Experience with hypersonic flight vehicle aeroshell design, including TPS panel integration, structural joint design under aeroheating, and ablative material qualification.  
• Background in spacecraft or satellite mechanical design, with the ability to apply space environment principles — precision mechanisms, electronics packaging, launch load structures — as cross-domain technical leverage on Space Based Interceptors and hypersonic programs.  
• Familiarity with structural analysis and FEA methods (e.g., NASTRAN, Ansys) and demonstrated ability to guide and review analysis performed by the broader engineering team.  
• Experience supporting business development, proposal writing, and new program captures in missile defense or hypersonic domains, including DARPA, MDA, or Air Force Research Laboratory programs.  
• Background working in a startup or high-growth aerospace and defense company, with experience scaling engineering teams and processes under program constraints.  
• Active U.S. security clearance (Secret or TS/SCI), or ability and willingness to obtain one. 

COMPENSATION

• Base Salary:  $125,000 - $255,000
• Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave 

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience. 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work Location—Successful candidates will be located near Denver or Long Beach. 
• Work environment—the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.
• Physical demands—the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.

This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below. #LI-Onsite 

YOUR MISSION

As a Mechanical CAD Drafter at True Anomaly, you will play a vital role in bringing spacecraft hardware to life through precise, production-ready drawings and documentation. From flight components to ground support equipment, you will translate complex engineering concepts into clear, manufacturable designs that support every phase of spacecraft development. This is an opportunity to build deep technical expertise at the intersection of design, manufacturing, and space systems — working alongside engineers and technicians to ensure our hardware meets the highest standards of quality and performance

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop accurate piece part and assembly drawings for flight hardware, GSE, and structural components, ensuring compliance with engineering requirements and GD&T standards.
• Translate verbal direction, sketches, and engineering inputs into detailed technical drawings using NX (Siemens), editing CAD models as needed to support drawing accuracy and completeness.
• Maintain and update existing drawings and models in response to engineering change orders, design reviews, and manufacturing feedback.
• Support the production of spacecraft assembly storyboards and work instructions to guide manufacturing and integration teams through build sequences.
• Produce and manage drawing packages for moderately complex flight hardware and GSE assemblies, scaling in complexity and ownership with experience.
• Collaborate with mechanical, thermal, electrical, and structural engineers to incorporate design updates and resolve drawing-related discrepancies.
• Assist in the creation of technical documentation for design reviews (PDR, CDR, TRR), including drawing packages and interface details.
• Work within configuration management systems to ensure drawing revisions are properly tracked and released.
• Support the fabrication and assembly process by providing technical drawing guidance to production and integration teams.
• At senior levels, own complex multi-level drawing packages across concurrent programs, serve as the primary technical resource for drawing standards and GD&T application, and drive continuous improvement in drafting processes and documentation practices.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate's degree in drafting, engineering technology, or a related discipline, or 2+ years of professional experience in mechanical drafting or aerospace engineering support.
• Working knowledge of mechanical GD&T principles and their application to manufactured parts and assemblies.
• Proficiency in NX (Siemens) for drawing creation; SolidWorks experience is acceptable.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes and how drawing specifications translate to fabricated hardware.
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering diagrams, schematics, and assembly instructions.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple drawing tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Passion for the space industry and a desire to contribute to mission-critical hardware.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Experience supporting aerospace, defense, or similarly regulated industries where drawing quality and configuration control are critical.
• Familiarity with spacecraft or satellite hardware, including flight structure, mechanisms, or GSE design and documentation.
• Exposure to assembly storyboarding or work instruction development for production environments.
• Experience working within configuration management or PLM systems (e.g., Windchill, Teamcenter) and engineering change processes.
• Familiarity with relevant aerospace drawing and documentation standards (e.g., ASME Y14.5, MIL-STD-100).
• Experience supporting design reviews and preparing formal drawing packages for technical milestone events.
• Comfort working in both office and production floor environments, interfacing directly with manufacturing and integration teams.
• Active U.S. security clearance or ability and willingness to obtain one.

COMPENSATION 

• Hourly Base Rates
  • CAD Drafter: $28.85 - $48.08 per hour
  • CAD Drafter II: $33.65 - $64.90 per hour
  • CAD Drafter III: $48.08 – $76.92 per hour
  • Senior CAD Drafter: $60.10 – $93.75 per hour

This position is non-exempt and is eligible for overtime.

Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education and experience.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to maintain or obtain TS//SCI clearance
• Work Location: this role will be fully onsite at our GravityWorks factory in Centennial, CO or Long Beach, CA
• Work environment is in a standard office, working at a desk or in a production factory.
• Physical demands may include frequent standing, sitting, walking, bending, and lifting or carrying items up to 20lbs.

This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below. #LI-Onsite

YOUR MISSION

We are seeking a highly motivated Test Engineer to support the design, planning, and execution of test campaigns for aerospace defense systems. You will work closely with engineers, program managers, and technical teams to ensure that systems meet performance, environmental, and mission-critical requirements. In this role, you will develop test plans, execute tests, collect data, analyze results, and ensure that the systems meet all specifications. The position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge aerospace technologies in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support or lead the planning, setup, execution, and documentation of component- and system-level tests across mechanical, electrical, and environmental domains 
• Develop, review, and maintain test procedures, plans, reports, and data packages aligned with engineering requirements and program needs 
• Execute test procedures, collect and validate test data, and ensure adherence to safety, quality, and configuration control standards 
• Analyze test results, document anomalies, and support root cause investigations in collaboration with cross-functional teams 
• Coordinate with design, systems, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure tests align with verification and validation requirements 
• Prepare for and participate in test readiness reviews, pre-test briefings, and post-test debriefs 
• Maintain organized test documentation to support internal, customer, and audit reviews 
• Contribute to continuous improvement of test methodologies, tooling, automation, and data analysis practices 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field 
• Test Engineer I: Bachelor’s degree with 0–1 years of academic or industry experience in a test, validation, or lab environment 
• Test Engineer II: Bachelor’s degree with 2–4+ years of hands-on test engineering experience within the aerospace or defense industry, or a Master’s degree with relevant experience 
• Demonstrated proficiency in, or strong interest in developing expertise across, test planning, execution, and post-test analysis using modern tools and methods 
• Working knowledge of test equipment, instrumentation, data acquisition systems, and test scription or automation 
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow defined processes and safety protocols 
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; ability to learn test management and data analysis tools 
• Strong documentation and communication skills 
• U.S. Citizenship required due to government contracts 

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Experience with environmental testing (vibration, thermal, shock, TVAC, EMI/EMC) 
• Strong technical writing and report generation skills 
• Familiarity with aerospace and defense test standards (e.g., MIL-STD-810, DO-160) 
• Hands-on experience with lab instrumentation, sensors, and DAQ systems 
• Experience with data analysis or automation tools such as LabVIEW, MATLAB, or Python 
• Exposure to failure investigations, root cause analysis, and non-conformance tracking 
• Active DoD clearance or ability to obtain one 

COMPENSATION

• Test Engineer I Base Salary: $70,000-$110,000
• Test Engineer II Base Salary: $80,000-$130,000
• Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave 

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience. 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work Location— this a fully onsite position based out of our Centennial, CO office.
• Work environment—the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.
• Physical demands—the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.

This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below. #LI-Onsite

YOUR MISSION

We are seeking a Staff or Principle Systems Engineer to join our team as a Lead Systems Engineer (LSE) in developing and integrating cutting-edge aerospace and defense systems. In this role you will play a critical role in defining, analyzing, and ensuring the successful implementation of mission requirements across complex, mission-critical space systems, supporting national defense initiatives, and advancing technologies in autonomous space operations. The Lead Systems Engineer (LSE) has ownership and responsibility over the requirements, verification, and validation (RV&V) efforts. The LSE is responsible for execution of day-to-day SE process, integration of MBSE and requirements tools, and leads gate review execution activities. The LSE oversees the daily activities, tasking, and prioritization of activities of program Systems Engineers. The LSE is for leading RV&V efforts, including requirements definition, decomposition, verification, and validation products. This includes products required to perform validation and verification not allocated to other teams, such as Test Plans. The LSE is responsible for guiding interface definition and leads mission and vehicle level gating reviews. The LSE has approving authority with the Chief Engineer for accepting hardware for vehicle integration. The LSE leads or delegates authority for Engineering Review Boards (ERB) and Failure Review Boards (FRBs).

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Systems Engineering team supports multiple programs and disciplines. We are seeking talented, flexible engineers with varying skillsets. In addition to the roles above, as a member of this team, you may:

• Collaborate with customers, stakeholders, and internal teams to define and document mission objectives, system requirements, and operational concepts.
• Translate customer and mission needs into actionable engineering solutions, ensuring alignment with technical and programmatic constraints.
• Lead system trade studies, performance evaluations, and feasibility assessments to ensure optimal system architecture design.
• Prepare detailed technical reports, presentations, and documentation for internal and external stakeholders, including government agencies and customers.
• Develop system-level integration and verification plans, conducting end-to-end testing to validate mission requirements.
• Coordinate with subsystem teams to troubleshoot and resolve integration challenges, ensuring mission readiness.
• Support mission operations teams during testing and real-time mission execution.
• Conduct system performance analysis, including reliability, safety, and mission effectiveness, under various environmental conditions.
• Assess mission success criteria and operational risks and propose mitigation strategies.
• Identify and analyze mission risks related to complex space missions, including collision risks and operational uncertainties.
• Develop mitigation strategies and contingency plans for safe and reliable mission execution.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Staff level: 12+ years full lifecycle experience, including leading a vehicle through design, test, and verification 
• Principal level: 15+ years full lifecycle experience, including leading a vehicle through design, test, and verification 
• Strong technical leadership and systems architecture experience
• Proven leadership in design, analysis, and verification on a major aerospace program 
• Strong analytical and communication skills, with ability to lead technical trades 
• Demonstrated ability to balance technical rigor with schedule and program realities 
• Strong systems engineering and technical leadership background across mechanical, electrical, and software domains 
• Strong background in systems engineering practices: requirements, verification, trade studies, interface control, and failure analysis
• Ability to lead cross-functional technical teams and coordinate across hardware and software boundaries
• Bachelors Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or related field
• S. Citizen and eligible for DoD TS/SCI or TS/SAP U.S. government security clearance.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Advanced degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering
• Strong track record leading cross-functional engineering teams and managing design-to-delivery cycles 
• Demonstrated expertise with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
• Background in range certification, test readiness reviews, and safety boards
• Active TS/SCI clearance
• Experience in defense or classified space missions.
• Familiarity with U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) and NASA mission standards and processes
• Experience working with government agencies, primes, or subcontractors on space missions. 

COMPENSATION

• Base Salary Staff : $155,000-$300,000
• Base Salary Principal: $155,000- $315,000
• Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave 

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience. 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work Location—this a fully onsite position based out of our Centennial, CO office.
• Work environment—the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.
• Physical demands—the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.

This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below. #LI-Onsite

YOUR MISSION

The Mission Systems Engineer will play a critical role in defining, analyzing, and ensuring the successful implementation of mission requirements across complex aerospace platforms. This engineer will be responsible for designing, analyzing, and optimizing spacecraft trajectories and operations related to rendezvous, docking, and proximity missions. This role will involve working on complex, mission-critical space systems, supporting national defense initiatives, and advancing technologies in autonomous space operations. This position will involve working closely with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and integrate system solutions for both manned and unmanned platforms in defense, space, and intelligence applications. 

We are seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to join our Mission Architecture team in developing and integrating cutting-edge aerospace and defense systems. The Mission Systems Engineer will play a critical role in defining, analyzing, and ensuring the successful implementation of mission requirements across complex aerospace platforms. This engineer will be responsible for designing, analyzing, and optimizing spacecraft trajectories and operations related to rendezvous, docking, and proximity missions. This role will involve working on complex, mission-critical space systems, supporting national defense initiatives, and advancing technologies in autonomous space operations. This position will involve working closely with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and integrate system solutions for both manned and unmanned platforms in defense, space, and intelligence applications. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

Mission Design & Requirements Analysis: 

• Collaborate with customers, stakeholders, and internal teams to define and document mission objectives, system requirements, and operational concepts.
• Translate customer and mission needs into actionable engineering solutions, ensuring alignment with technical and programmatic constraints.
• Lead system trade studies, performance evaluations, and feasibility assessments to ensure optimal system architecture design.
• Lead the design, simulation, and analysis of RPO mission trajectories.
• Optimize spacecraft maneuvers to achieve mission objectives while considering fuel efficiency, timing, and risk mitigation.
• Prepare detailed technical reports, presentations, and documentation for internal and external stakeholders, including government agencies and customers.
• Support proposal development and provide technical input for new mission opportunities. 

System Integration & Verification: 

• Oversee the integration of mission systems, ensuring seamless interaction between hardware, software, and operational components.
• Develop system-level integration and verification plans, conducting end-to-end testing to validate mission requirements.
• Coordinate with subsystem teams to troubleshoot and resolve integration challenges, ensuring mission readiness.
• Support mission operations teams during testing and real-time mission execution.     

Modeling, Simulation & Analysis: 

• Develop, validate, and maintain high-fidelity models for spacecraft motion and environmental factors.
• Use advanced tools (e.g., STK, GMAT, MATLAB, FreeFlyer) to simulate mission scenarios and predict outcomes.
• Run Monte Carlo simulations to assess mission robustness under various contingencies.
• Use advanced simulation tools to model mission scenarios, system behaviors, and performance under operational conditions.
• Conduct system performance analysis, including reliability, safety, and mission effectiveness, under various environmental conditions.
• Assess mission success criteria and operational risks and propose mitigation strategies.
• Conduct pre-flight and post-flight mission analysis, including trajectory reconstruction and anomaly investigations. 

Risk Assessment & Mitigation: 

• Identify and analyze mission risks related to complex space missions, including collision risks and operational uncertainties.
• Develop mitigation strategies and contingency plans for safe and reliable mission execution. 

QUALIFICATIONS

• 8+ years mission analysis, space operations, or orbital mechanics
• Strong technical leadership and systems architecture experience
• Demonstrated expertise in RPO mission design and spacecraft operations.
• Hands-on experience with mission analysis tools such as STK, FreeFlyer, GMAT, or similar software.
• Strong understanding of orbital mechanics, spacecraft dynamics, and autonomous space operations.
• Proficiency in simulation tools and programming languages (e.g., MATLAB, Python, C++).
• Experience with mission planning and real-time mission support.
• Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI or TS/SAP U.S. government security clearance. 

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Advanced degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering
• Active TS/SCI clearance
• Experience in defense or classified space missions.
• Familiarity with U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) and NASA mission standards and processes
• Experience working with government agencies, primes, or subcontractors on space missions. 

COMPENSATION

• Base Salary: $125,000 - $235,000

• Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave 

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience. 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work Location—this a fully onsite position based out of our Centennial, CO or Long Beach, CA office.
• Work environment—the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.
• Physical demands—the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.

This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below. #LI-Onsite

YOUR MISSION

We are seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to join our team in developing and integrating cutting-edge aerospace and defense systems. In this role you will play a critical role in defining, analyzing, and ensuring the successful implementation of mission requirements across complex, mission-critical space systems, supporting national defense initiatives, and advancing technologies in autonomous space operations. You will perform requirements development, traceability, and verification across multiple vehicles and systems. You work closely with cross-functional teams while conducting impact analyses for changes, ensuring design integrity across the system, supporting integration and test planning, performing risk assessments, and leading design reviews.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Systems Engineering team supports multiple programs and disciplines. We are seeking talented, flexible engineers with varying skillsets. As a member of this team, you may:

• Collaborate with customers, stakeholders, and internal teams to define and document mission objectives, system requirements, and operational concepts.
• Translate customer and mission needs into actionable engineering solutions, ensuring alignment with technical and programmatic constraints.
• Lead system trade studies, performance evaluations, and feasibility assessments to ensure optimal system architecture design.
• Prepare detailed technical reports, presentations, and documentation for internal and external stakeholders, including government agencies and customers.
• Develop system-level integration and verification plans, conducting end-to-end testing to validate mission requirements.
• Coordinate with subsystem teams to troubleshoot and resolve integration challenges, ensuring mission readiness.
• Support mission operations teams during testing and real-time mission execution.
• Conduct system performance analysis, including reliability, safety, and mission effectiveness, under various environmental conditions.
• Assess mission success criteria and operational risks and propose mitigation strategies.
• Identify and analyze mission risks related to complex space missions, including collision risks and operational uncertainties.
• Develop mitigation strategies and contingency plans for safe and reliable mission execution.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 8+ years full lifecycle experience leading a major subsystem through design, test, and verification 
• Strong technical leadership and systems architecture experience
• Proven leadership in design, analysis, and verification on a major aerospace program 
• Strong analytical and communication skills, with ability to lead technical trades 
• Ability to lead cross-functional technical teams and coordinate across hardware and software boundaries
• Bachelors Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or related field
• S. Citizen and eligible for DoD TS/SCI or TS/SAP U.S. government security clearance.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Advanced degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering
• Strong track record leading cross-functional engineering teams and managing design-to-delivery cycles 
• Demonstrated expertise with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
• Background in range certification, test readiness reviews, and safety boards
• Active TS/SCI clearance
• Experience in defense or classified space missions.
• Familiarity with U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) and NASA mission standards and processes
• Experience working with government agencies, primes, or subcontractors on space missions. 

COMPENSATION

• Base Salary: $125,000-$235,000

• Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave 

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience. 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to maintain or obtain TS//SCI clearance
• Work Location: this a fully onsite position based out of our Centennial, CO office.
• Work environment is in a standard office, working at a desk or in a production factory.
• Physical demands may include frequent standing, sitting, walking, bending, and lifting or carrying items up to 20lbs.
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This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below. #LI-Onsite 

YOUR MISSION

We are seeking Level 3 Systems Engineer to join our team in developing and integrating cutting-edge aerospace and defense systems. In this role you will play a critical role in defining, analyzing, and ensuring the successful implementation of mission requirements across complex, mission-critical space systems, supporting national defense initiatives, and advancing technologies in autonomous space operations. You will support requirements development, traceability, and verification across multiple vehicles and systems. You work closely with cross-functional teams while conducting impact analyses for changes, ensuring design integrity across the system, supporting integration and test planning, performing risk assessments, and providing inputs for design reviews.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Systems Engineering team supports multiple programs and disciplines. We are seeking talented, flexible engineers a desire to learn varying skillsets. As a member of this team, you may:

• Collaborate with internal teams to define and document mission objectives, system requirements, and operational concepts.
• Support requirements traceability and verification planning
• Translate customer and mission needs into actionable engineering solutions, ensuring alignment with technical and programmatic constraints.
• Support system trade studies, performance evaluations, and feasibility assessments to ensure optimal system architecture design.
• Prepare detailed technical reports, presentations, and documentation for internal and external stakeholders, including government agencies and customers.
• Develop system-level integration and verification plans, conducting end-to-end testing to validate mission requirements.
• Coordinate with subsystem teams to troubleshoot and resolve integration challenges, ensuring mission readiness.
• Support mission operations teams during testing and real-time mission execution.
• Conduct system performance analysis, including reliability, safety, and mission effectiveness, under various environmental conditions.
• Assess mission success criteria and operational risks and propose mitigation strategies.
• Identify and analyze mission risks related to complex space missions, including collision risks and operational uncertainties.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 5+ years of applicable experience
• Desire to develop both subsystem domain knowledge and Systems Engineering skills
• Strong analytical and communication skills
• Ability to support cross-functional technical teams and coordinate across hardware and software boundaries
• Bachelors Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or related field
• S. Citizen and eligible for DoD TS/SCI or TS/SAP U.S. government security clearance.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Experience in design, analysis, and verification on a major aerospace program 
• Advanced degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering
• Strong track record leading cross-functional engineering teams and managing design-to-delivery cycles 
• Demonstrated expertise with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
• Background in range certification, test readiness reviews, and safety boards
• Active TS/SCI clearance
• Experience in defense or classified space missions.
• Familiarity with U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) and NASA mission standards and processes
• Experience working with government agencies, primes, or subcontractors on space missions

COMPENSATION

• Base Salary:  $105,000 - $190,000

• Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave 

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience. 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work Location—this a fully onsite position based out of our Centennial, CO office.
• Work environment—the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.
• Physical demands—the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.

This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below. #LI-Onsite 

YOUR MISSION

True Anomaly is seeking a highly accomplished Chief Engineer to lead the technical execution of a next-generation space vehicle program. In this role you will play a critical role in defining, analyzing, and ensuring the successful implementation of mission requirements across complex, mission-critical space systems, supporting national defense initiatives, and advancing technologies in autonomous space operations. You will serve as the top technical authority for the vehicle, accountable for engineering performance, risk management, and system integration. You will lead multi-disciplinary teams through design, development, analysis, test, and fielding phases while ensuring the vehicle architecture, requirements, and design decisions align with system-level objectives and mission success criteria. You must impedance match rigor and analysis depth to the maturity and risk posture of the program. You will drive design and technical readiness reviews, technical baseline management, and design assurance.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Chief Engineer is part of the Systems Engineering team. In addition to the responsibilities above, as a member of this team, you will:

• Have ownership over the technical baseline for the program
• Be accountable for program technical budgets
• Assists program manager in scope, cost, and schedule decisions
• Collaborate with customers, stakeholders, and internal teams to define and document mission objectives, system requirements, and operational concepts.
• Translate customer and mission needs into actionable engineering solutions, ensuring alignment with technical and programmatic constraints.
• Lead system trade studies, performance evaluations, and feasibility assessments to ensure optimal system architecture design.
• Coordinate with subsystem teams to troubleshoot and resolve integration challenges, ensuring mission readiness.
• Support mission operations teams during testing and real-time mission execution.
• Assess mission success criteria and operational risks and propose mitigation strategies.
• Develop mitigation strategies and contingency plans for safe and reliable mission execution.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 15+ years full lifecycle experience, including leading a vehicle through design, test, and verification 
• Strong technical leadership and systems architecture experience
• Proven leadership in design, analysis, and verification on a major aerospace program 
• Strong analytical and communication skills, with ability to lead technical trades 
• Demonstrated ability to balance technical rigor with schedule and program realities 
• Strong systems engineering and technical leadership background across mechanical, electrical, and software domains 
• Strong background in systems engineering practices: requirements, verification, trade studies, interface control, and failure analysis
• Ability to lead cross-functional technical teams and coordinate across hardware and software boundaries
• Bachelors Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or related field
• S. Citizen and eligible for DoD TS/SCI or TS/SAP U.S. government security clearance.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Advanced degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering
• Strong track record leading cross-functional engineering teams and managing design-to-delivery cycles 
• Demonstrated expertise with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
• Background in range certification, test readiness reviews, and safety boards
• Active TS/SCI clearance
• Experience in defense or classified space missions.
• Familiarity with U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) and NASA mission standards and processes
• Experience working with government agencies, primes, or subcontractors on space missions. 

COMPENSATION

• Base Salary:  $210,000-$355,000

• Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave 

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience. 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work Location—this a fully onsite position based out of our Centennial, CO office.
• Work environment—the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.
• Physical demands—the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.

This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below. #LI-Onsite 

YOUR MISSION

True Anomaly is looking for you, a senior to principal-level technical leader, to architect spacecraft-wide harness solutions that span multiple programs, teams, and vehicle configurations. You will define the standards, conventions, and automation strategies that enable rapid, reliable harness design and integration across the organization. You are accountable for program-level delivery outcomes — not just the quality of individual designs, but the consistency, scalability, and velocity of harness engineering across True Anomaly's portfolio. You will build reusable patterns and tooling that multiply the effectiveness of every harness engineer on the team, coach engineers across organizational boundaries, and shape cross-org alignment on technical direction. This role requires someone who thinks in systems, builds for scale, and leads through influence rather than authority.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Architect spacecraft-wide electrical harness standards and interface conventions across programs; ensure consistent application of grounding, shielding, EMC isolation, and signal integrity practices at the vehicle level for all programs and vehicle lines.
• Define spacecraft-level routing rules and mechanical interface standards that integrate harness layouts across full spacecraft configurations, including deployable and multi-module assemblies that resolve competing constraints across thermal, mechanical, electromagnetic, and operational domains.
• Oversee supply chain and manufacturability strategies for flight harnesses; collaborate with procurement and manufacturing to ensure part availability, cost efficiency, and production scalability.
• Define corporate design-for-manufacture philosophies and reliability standards for harness assemblies; collaborate with industry suppliers on material innovation, process improvement, and next-generation connector and cabling technologies to standardize harness build and verification processes across programs.
• Ensure cross-discipline consistency in standards and configurations across electrical, mechanical, thermal, and avionics domains; serve as the integrating authority for harness-related interfaces.
• Create automation tools for rapid harness design and validation — reducing manual effort, catching errors earlier, and enabling faster iteration across the design cycle.
• Build reusable design patterns and scalable solutions that become organizational assets; codify durable practices that outlast individual programs.
• Shape company narratives on harness engineering direction and technical investment; influence executive leadership on strategic priorities, technology bets, and organizational capability development.
• Coach and mentor developing harness engineers across teams; build collaboration across organizational boundaries and grow the next generation of senior technical talent.
• Embed True Anomaly's values into cross-org delivery practices; serve as a visible role model for trust, accountability, and principled engineering judgment while setting the cultural tone for how teams collaborate and hold themselves accountable.
• Anticipate architectural trade-offs before they become problems; proactively identify risks across programs and drive mitigation strategies that protect schedule and mission assurance across programs.
• Shape the leadership bench for harness engineering; grow senior technical talent, define career development pathways, and influence enterprise engineering culture through visible leadership and principled decision-making.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, or related engineering discipline; advanced degree preferred.
• 8+ years of professional experience in spacecraft or aerospace harness engineering, with demonstrated progression into multi-program architectural leadership.
• Proven track record of defining spacecraft-wide harness standards, interface conventions, or design automation tools adopted across multiple programs or vehicle lines.
• Deep expertise in EMI/EMC, grounding architecture, signal integrity, and system-level verification strategies for flight harness systems.
• Experience architecting harness layouts that integrate across full spacecraft configurations, including complex routing, multi-module assemblies, and deployable elements.
• Demonstrated accountability for program-level delivery outcomes spanning multiple teams and workstreams.
• Experience defining or standardizing verification and validation processes, reliability standards, or derating guidelines used across an organization.
• Track record of building reusable tooling, templates, or automation that measurably improved design velocity or quality across teams.
• Experience overseeing supply chain and manufacturability strategies for flight harness hardware.
• Strong ability to coordinate across teams, influence without authority, and shape technical alignment in cross-organizational settings.
• Experience coaching and developing engineers at multiple career levels; demonstrated investment in growing senior technical talent.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience shaping cross-org alignment and maintaining composure and clarity under program pressure and influencing executive leadership on technical strategy, investment priorities, and organizational direction.
• Willing to travel up to 20% of the time.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Experience developing harness design automation tools or workflows (e.g., scripted routing validation, automated BOM generation, CAD-integrated design rule checking).
• Experience with SolidWorks Electrical and Routing and/or NX/Teamcenter at the multi-program or enterprise level.
• Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) approaches for managing harness interfaces and configurations at scale.
• Experience leading or defining spacecraft-level EMC qualification campaigns across multiple vehicle programs.
• Hands-on experience establishing or governing approved parts lists, materials standards, or corporate design guidelines for harness assemblies.
• Experience contributing to industry standards bodies or working groups related to spacecraft harnessing, EMC, or electrical integration (e.g., IPC, SAE, AIAA).
• Prior involvement in mission assurance boards, design certification reviews, or flight readiness processes at the program level.
• Experience shaping engineering culture, onboarding practices, or technical mentorship programs within a growing organization.

COMPENSATION

• Base Salary Senior: $135,000-$220,000
• Base Salary Staff: $155,000- $265,000
• Base Salary Principal: $180,000- $310,000

• Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave 

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience. 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work Location—Successful candidates will be located near Centennial or Long Beach. 
• Work environment—the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.
• Physical demands—the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.

This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below. #LI-Onsite 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Own all aspects of Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) system development for missile systems, including architecture definition, algorithm design, verification, hardware integration, flight test support, and operational deployment.
• Design, test, and validate GNC flight software and embedded algorithms for missiles operating across multiple flight regimes and environmental conditions.
• Develop and maintain navigation and state estimation algorithms, including sensor fusion frameworks (e.g., EKF, UKF, particle filters) integrating IMU, GPS/INS, seeker data, and other sensor modalities to provide high-rate, high-accuracy state estimates throughout the engagement timeline.
• Develop guidance laws (proportional navigation, augmented PN, optimal guidance) and autopilot designs; implement them in flight software; verify performance and robustness through high-fidelity 6-DOF simulation, Monte Carlo analysis, hardware-in-the-loop testing, and flight test correlation.
• Design, implement, and maintain high-fidelity simulation environments capturing aerodynamics, propulsion, atmospheric effects, target dynamics, sensor models, and actuator dynamics for SIL, HIL, and mission analysis across the full flight envelope.
• Utilize frequency-domain and time-domain control analysis techniques to ensure stability margins.
• Develop terminal guidance algorithms for intercept of maneuvering targets, including target tracking, aimpoint selection, miss distance prediction, time-to-go estimation, and endgame steering logic.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, physics, or related field
• 5+ years of relevant GNC engineering experience in the aerospace and defense industry, preferably with tactical missile systems, interceptors, or guided munitions
• Coursework or project experience in flight dynamics, aerodynamics, control systems, and state estimation
• Strong understanding of physics, rigid body dynamics, intercept geometry, proportional navigation, and real-time software development principles
• Experience with C++ and/or Python for algorithm development, numerical methods, real-time control, or simulation
• Familiarity with missile GNC concepts including guidance laws, autopilot design, sensor fusion, inertial navigation, seeker operation, and aerodynamic/thrust vector control
• Exposure to filtering and estimation methods (e.g., Kalman filters, complementary filters, INS/GPS integration) through internships, coursework, or projects
• Ability to build, test, and debug flight software, real-time control systems, and simulation tools
• Strong analytical skills with emphasis on dynamics, controls, and numerical methods; ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary engineering environment
• Demonstrated ability to take ownership of complex technical problems and drive solutions from concept through flight test
• Ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI US government security clearance

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Master's degree or PhD in aerospace engineering, control systems, or equivalent discipline
• Experience with terminal guidance algorithms, proportional navigation variants, optimal guidance theory, or modern guidance techniques
• Experience developing autopilot designs for agile missiles including gain scheduling, adaptive control, or nonlinear control methods
• Experience with INS/GPS integration, sensor calibration, alignment algorithms, and error budget analysis
• Experience with aerodynamic modeling, CFD correlation to flight data, or aeroservoelastic analysis
• Experience developing and executing hardware-in-the-loop test campaigns with flight representative GNC hardware
• Flight test experience including test planning, instrumentation selection, telemetry analysis, and flight data reconstruction
• Experience with intercept kinematics, target tracking, miss distance analysis, and covariance propagation
• Experience performing line-of-sight stability analysis including jitter, noise rejection, and seeker tracking performance
• Hands-on experience with GNC hardware integration, sensor characterization, and actuator calibration
• Familiarity with missile-specific tools and standards (e.g., MISSILE DATCOM, MIL-STD-1553, MIL-STD-1760)
• Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph

COMPENSATION

• Base Salary: $115,000 - $290,000
• Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave 

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience. 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work Location—This is an onsite position, Successful candidates will be located near Denver, CO or Long Beach, CA 
• Work environment—the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.
• Physical demands—the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.

This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below.

#LI-Onsite

YOUR MISSION

True Anomaly is looking for a creative Principal Thermal Engineer to develop new spacecraft. In this role you will work with a multi-disciplinary product team to rapidly develop and produce new space systems. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead large, high-priority, cross-functional thermal architecture decisions that have significant impact on spacecraft design, mission success, and company growth 
• Serve as the principal thermal advisor and subject matter expert across multiple spacecraft programs, providing authoritative guidance on complex or critical thermal challenges 
• Define thermal design philosophy, standards, and best practices to be adopted across programs and lower-level engineering teams 
• Develop and own integrated thermal analysis frameworks covering heater/radiator sizing, external coatings, and thermal control architectures across a variety of design reference missions (DRMs) 
• Lead thermal interface coordination across all subsystems and guide multidisciplinary teams in resolving critical thermal integration issues 
• Lead and provide technical direction for Thermal Vacuum and Thermal Cycle test programs, including model correlation strategy 
• Support and advise on-orbit operations, bringing principal-level expertise to anomaly resolution and mission sustainment 
• Contribute to company-level technical direction, participating as a stakeholder in shaping engineering roadmaps and organizational priorities 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering with training in analysis of structures and fluids; advanced degree strongly preferred (see below) 
• 15+ years of professional experience in space thermal analysis and control (or 12+ years with a Master's degree, or 8+ years with a PhD) 
• Demonstrated mastery of thermal vacuum testing, analysis, and model correlation across multiple complex spacecraft programs 
• Proven track record of leading and resolving critical thermal challenges on high-priority, cross-functional programs with significant business impact 
• Deep thermal expertise across a broad range of spacecraft subcomponents including optical payloads, mechanisms, structures, propulsion, and electronics 
• Expert-level proficiency in Thermal Desktop, SolidWorks, and related thermal/structural analysis tools 
• Demonstrated ability to define and drive thermal engineering standards, methodologies, and best practices at an organizational level 
• Demonstrated history of working autonomously at a strategic level, shaping requirements and direction rather than receiving them 
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with experience presenting to senior leadership and external stakeholders 
• Strong accountability mindset — owns outcomes across programs, drives balanced technical solutions to closure with urgency, and sets the standard for engineering excellence 
• Passion for the space industry and a commitment to advancing the state of the art in spacecraft thermal design 

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Master's degree or PhD in aerospace, mechanical, or a related engineering discipline 
• Experience leading thermal engineering efforts on programs from concept through on-orbit operations 
• Background in new space or rapid-development environments where thermal designs must be developed under aggressive schedules and resource constraints 
• Experience in aero-heating and TPS design is a plus 
• Experience mentoring and technically developing senior and staff-level engineers 
• Familiarity with TS//SCI clearance requirements and experience operating in classified program environments 
• Prior experience as a principal technical advisor or chief engineer on a spacecraft program 

COMPENSATION

• Base Salary:  $185,000 - $315,000
• Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave 

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience. 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work Location—Successful candidates will be located near Denver. 
• Work environment—the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.
• Physical demands—the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.

This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below. #LI-Onsite 

YOUR MISSION

Software is the central nervous system for True Anomaly's engineering and product thesis. Software bridges the gap between military objectives, theoretical physics, and the human and autonomous control of spacecraft and ground systems. True Anomaly is seeking a Spacecraft Simulation Software Engineer to contribute to the continuing evolution of our spacecraft, constellation modeling, and simulation software with a focus on multi-physics, high-fidelity simulation.

You will work in a fast-paced, interdisciplinary team to identify, develop, and deliver algorithms for modeling complex coupled physics including 6-degree-of-freedom (6DOF) rigid body dynamics, thermal systems, attitude dynamics and control, power systems, propulsion, and their interactions. This role focuses on building the simulation infrastructure that enables engineers to design spacecraft, validate control algorithms, analyze system performance, and predict mission outcomes with high confidence.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Write well-structured, efficient code using modern C++ best practices (C++ 17 / C++ 20), with a particular emphasis on performance and maintainability
• Develop and maintain multi-physics simulation libraries for spacecraft systems modeling including:
  • 6DOF rigid body dynamics with environmental perturbations (gravity gradient, solar radiation pressure, atmospheric drag, magnetic torques)
  • Thermal modeling including conduction, radiation, and solar heating
  • Attitude dynamics and control system simulation
  • Propulsion system modeling (thrusters, tanks, mass properties)
  • Power generation and distribution (solar arrays, batteries, loads)
  • Sensor and actuator models (reaction wheels, star trackers, gyros, magnetometers, thrusters)
• Implement coupled physics algorithms that capture interactions between subsystems (thermal-structural, power-thermal, propulsion-dynamics, etc.)
• Design and implement time-stepping algorithms, solver architectures, and integration schemes for real-time and faster-than-real-time simulation
• Maintain libraries that provide APIs in multiple languages (Python, C++) to other applications within True Anomaly
• Work with other internal teams who leverage our simulation APIs to plan and execute missions, develop advanced algorithms for spacecraft operation, and perform trade-space analyses
• Participate in code reviews, architectural discussions, and sprint planning sessions to maintain high standards of software quality and adherence to project timelines

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, computer science, physics, a similar discipline, or relevant experience
• 1-3 years of professional experience in C++
• Experience with the Python programming language for scripting and prototyping applications
• Strong understanding of object-oriented software development practices
• Ability to understand new challenges quickly, formulate a plan, get buy-in, and execute
• Understanding of complex distributed systems, and how the components you design and deliver will fit into those larger systems
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• U.S. Citizen and eligible for DoD Secret or TS/SCI clearance

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Experience developing physics-based modeling and simulation environments (i.e., modeling spacecraft dynamics, thermal systems, or control algorithms)
• Knowledge of numerical methods:
  • ODE solvers and integration schemes (Runge-Kutta, etc.)
  • Numerical linear algebra and matrix computations
  • Sparse matrix techniques
• Experience with spacecraft subsystems:
  • Attitude determination and control systems (ADCS)
  • Guidance, navigation, and control (GNC)
  • Thermal control systems
  • Electric power systems (EPS)
  • Propulsion systems
• Understanding of coordinate frames and transformations (ECI, ECEF, body frame, etc.)
• Experience with quaternion mathematics and rotation representations
• Knowledge of orbital mechanics and perturbation forces
• Familiarity with model validation, verification, and uncertainty quantification
• Experience with version control systems (Git) and CI/CD pipelines

COMPENSATION

• Base Salary: $120,000 - $200,000
• Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave 

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience. 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work Location—This is a fully onsite role. Candidates must be based in or able to commute to our Denver or Long Beach office daily.
• Work environment—the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.
• Physical demands—the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.

This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below.

#LI-Onsite

YOUR MISSION

As a member of the Applied Algorithms and Autonomy team, you will design, build, and deploy core autonomy capabilities for True Anomaly. You will work with a talented cross-functional team to advance technology at the intersection of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and classical optimization. This will involve hands-on development across various areas including vehicle autonomy, mission planning, wargaming, threat assessment, and uncooperative RPO capabilities. You are a first principles engineer who takes ownership of the systems you build and delivers results. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design, implement, and test algorithms that enable autonomous mission planning, tasking, and decision-making 
• Contribute to autonomy architecture discussions and implement robust solutions informed by statistical analysis, software testing, and hardware-in-the-loop simulation 
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate requirements and stakeholder expectations into production-ready autonomy solutions 
• Debug and tune autonomy systems through integration, testing, and deployment in real-world operational environments 
• Write clean, well-documented, and testable code in support of autonomy capabilities 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, robotics, aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, or a similar discipline 
• Proficient in C/C++ and Python 
• Strong understanding of at least one of technologies within the four pillars: 
  • Adversarial planning: classical game theory, self-play, counterfactual regret minimization, Monte Carlo tree search, behavior trees, etc. 
  • Classical optimization: MPC, trajectory optimization, dynamic programming, stochastic control, mixed integer programming, quadratic programming, etc. 
  • ML/AI: reinforcement learning, imitation learning, transformer architectures, anomaly detection, classification/regression, behavior modeling, etc. 
  • Multi-Agent Control: multi-agent coordination, consensus algorithms, networked control systems, communication-aware planning, fault detection & isolation 
• Solid foundation in statistics, optimization, and decision-making under uncertainty 
• 4+ years of experience implementing algorithms to support autonomous planning and decision-making deployed in real-world systems 
• Demonstrated ability to work in a multidisciplinary team and solve complex problems with first principles approaches 
• Passion for spaceflight and advancing capabilities related to space domain awareness and space security 

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Master's or PhD in computer science, robotics, aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, or a similar discipline 
• Experience writing high-reliability, production C/C++ code 
• Experience with edge computing and real-time processing constraints 
• Experience with space systems (orbital mechanics, GNC, spacecraft operations) 
• Familiarity with probabilistic reasoning, state estimation (EKF/UKF, particle filters), and planning under uncertainty 
• Background in verification/validation of autonomous systems for certification or operational deployment 
• A understanding of how game theory, optimization and AI can be fused together.

COMPENSATION

• Base Salary: $170,000 - $290,000
• Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave 

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience. 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work Location—This is a fully onsite role. Candidates must be based in or able to commute to our Denver or Long Beach office daily.
• Work environment—the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.
• Physical demands—the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.

This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below. #LI-Onsite

YOUR MISSION

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the analysis and validation of spacecraft and/or Space Based Interceptors to ensure survivability and performance under dynamic environments, including launch, on-orbit, and mission operations.
• Perform detailed structural dynamics analyses, including modal, harmonic, random vibration, shock, and transient response simulations.
• Develop documentation and best practices across engineering team including modeling tools, process documentation, and analysis templates.
• Develop and validate finite element models (FEMs) of spacecraft and/or missile structures and subsystems, ensuring accuracy in predicting dynamic behavior.
• Define and lead dynamic testing campaigns, including vibration, shock, and acoustic testing, to verify structural integrity and correlate models with test results.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including mechanical, thermal, and systems engineering, to ensure dynamic requirements are integrated into the design process.
• Provide expertise in structural dynamics during trade studies, design reviews, and critical decision-making processes.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• 12+ years of experience in structural dynamics analysis for aerospace, defense, or high-reliability applications.
• Proficiency in finite element analysis (FEA) tools such as FEMAP/NASTRAN or HyperWorks/OptiStruct.
• Experience in spacecraft and/or missile defense dynamic environments, including launch loads, aero loads, vibration, and shock.
• Strong understanding of structural mechanics, fracture mechanics, material properties, and failure modes in aerospace applications.
• Hands-on experience with environmental testing, including random, sine, and sine burst vibration

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 15+ years of experience in structural dynamics analysis for aerospace, defense, or high-reliability applications.
• Thermal and fluid systems analysis experience
• Mastery of spacecraft-specific structural dynamics challenges, such as coupled loads analysis and dynamic coupling between subsystems.
• Mastery of missile defense - specific structural dynamics challenges, such as aerothermal loading.
• Experience working with lightweight structures, composites, and advanced materials.
• Proficiency in CAD tools, such as SolidWorks and NX for integrating FEMs with detailed vehicle assembly models – Teamcenter for PLM
• Hands-on experience with instrumentation for dynamic testing, including accelerometers, strain gauges, and data acquisition systems.
• Hands-on experience with environmental testing including shock and acoustic tests.
• Demonstrated experience with full program life cycle (capture to launch)

COMPENSATION

• Base Salary: 
  • Base Salary: $185,000-$315,000
• Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave 

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience. 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to maintain or obtain TS/SCI clearance.
• Work Location: while we observe a hybrid work environment, you will need to be onsite as the business needs require. On an average week, you can expect to spend at least 3 days per week in office at our Gravity Works facilities.
• Work environment is in a standard office, working at a desk or in a production factory.
• Physical demands may include frequent standing, sitting, walking, bending, and lifting or carrying items up to 20lbs.

This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below. #LI-Onsite 

YOUR MISSION

Software is the central nervous system for True Anomaly's engineering and product thesis. Software bridges the gap between military objectives, theoretical physics, and the human and autonomous control of spacecraft and ground systems. True Anomaly is seeking a Sr. Spacecraft Simulation Software Engineer to drive the development and enhancement of our spacecraft, constellation modeling, and simulation software with a focus on multi-physics, high-fidelity simulation.

You will take ownership of significant technical components within our simulation infrastructure, working independently to design, implement, and deliver complex features. Working in a fast-paced, interdisciplinary team, you will develop algorithms for modeling coupled physics including 6-degree-of-freedom (6DOF) rigid body dynamics, thermal systems, attitude dynamics and control, power systems, propulsion, and their interactions. You will also mentor junior engineers and contribute to architectural decisions that shape the future of our simulation capabilities.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Simulation Development

• Design and implement multi-physics simulation software across spacecraft subsystems: 6DOF rigid body dynamics (gravity gradient, solar radiation pressure, atmospheric drag, magnetic torques, third-body effects), thermal modeling, attitude dynamics and control, propulsion (chemical/electric), power generation and storage, and high-fidelity sensor/actuator models (reaction wheels, CMGs, star trackers, gyros, magnetometers)
• Develop coupled physics algorithms capturing subsystem interactions (thermal-structural, power-thermal, propulsion-dynamics)
• Design time-stepping algorithms, solver architectures, and integration schemes for real-time and faster-than-real-time simulation
• Write production-quality C++ with emphasis on performance, maintainability, and testability

API Design & Integration

• Design and maintain robust APIs in C++ and Python serving internal customers across the organization
• Collaborate with mission planning, GNC, and systems engineering teams to ensure APIs are usable, performant, and backward-compatible
• Create comprehensive documentation, examples, and user guides

Leadership & Collaboration

• Drive architectural decisions for simulation subsystems, including technology selection, interface design, and long-term maintainability tradeoffs; conduct thorough code reviews
• Mentor junior engineers through pair programming and technical guidance
• Contribute to sprint planning, estimation, and technical risk assessment
• Participate in hiring through technical interviews and candidate assessment

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Bachelor's in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, computer science, physics, applied mathematics, or equivalent experience
• Experience: 5–8 years of professional software development with significant focus on simulation, scientific computing, or aerospace applications
• C++: Proficiency in modern C++ (C++17 or newer), including STL, templates, and performance optimization
• Python: Proficiency in API design, scripting, and data analysis
• Independence: Demonstrated ability to take ambiguous requirements and drive a complex technical effort to delivered capability with minimal direction
• Domain knowledge: Solid understanding of at least one of: ADCS, GNC, thermal control, electric power systems, chemical/electric propulsion, orbital mechanics, or HIL/SIL systems
• V&V: Demonstrated experience defining and executing verification and validation plans for physics-based models, including uncertainty quantification and validation against test or flight data
• Systems thinking: Ability to make sound design decisions within larger distributed systems
• Communication: Strong written and verbal skills; able to articulate complex technical concepts clearly
• Clearance: U.S. Citizen eligible for DoD Secret or TS/SCI clearance

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Physics-based M&S experience in aerospace or defense
• Numerical methods: ODE/DAE solvers (Runge-Kutta, implicit, multi-step), numerical linear algebra, sparse matrix techniques, automatic differentiation
• Deep familiarity with coordinate frames (ECI, ECEF, LVLH, body frames), quaternion mathematics, and orbital mechanics
• Proficiency with Git, CI/CD, CMake or Bazel, and software testing frameworks
• Familiarity with parallel computing, Docker, and cloud platforms
• Experience with hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) or software-in-the-loop (SIL) testing environments, including simulation interfaces to flight software or embedded hardware

COMPENSATION

• Base Salary: $170,000 - $290,000
• Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave 

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience. 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work Location—Successful candidates will be located near Denver or Long Beach. While we observe a hybrid work environment, some work must be done on site.
• Work environment—the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.
• Physical demands—the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.

This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below. #LI-Onsite 

YOUR MISSION

True Anomaly is looking for a creative Thermal Engineer at the Senior or Staff level to develop new spacecraft. In this role you will be work with a multi-disciplinary product team to rapidly develop and produce new space systems. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work with a product focused team including mechanical, electrical, software, and automation engineers to rapidly develop revolutionary thermal designs 
• Perform integrated thermal analysis to determine heater/radiator sizing and external coatings required to maintain all elements of the SV in thermal limits 
• Perform thermal detailed analysis over variety of design reference missions (DRM’s) 
• Design and help develop detail piece part and assembly drawings for heaters, MLI, and other thermal control components 
• Assist with electronic thermal predictions and board level analysis 
• Coordinate thermal interfaces between subsystems 
• Support Thermal Vacuum and Thermal Cycle testing 
• Support on orbit operations 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering with training in analysis of structures and fluids 
• 6+ years of professional experience in space thermal analysis and control 
• Demonstrated excellence in thermal vacuum testing, analysis and model correlation 
• Thermal experience with spacecraft subcomponents such as optical payloads, mechanisms, structures, etc.  
• Proficiency in tools such as Thermal Desktop and Solidworks 
• Passion for the space industry 
• Demonstrated ability to work in a multidisciplinary team 
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously with little input on requirements or management oversight 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 
• Strong Desire to be accountable to day to day tasks, own mistakes, and drive balanced solutions to closure through sound technical solutions and a sense of urgency
• Strong Willingness to go above and beyond to achieve team success through task execution and collaboration

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Master’s degree in aerospace 

COMPENSATION

• Base Salaries: 
  • Senior Thermal Engineer: $130,000-$210,000
  • Staff Thermal Engineer: $130,000-$260,000
• Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave 

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience. 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to maintain or obtain TS//SCI clearance 
• Work Location— This role is onsite at our Centennial location. 
• Work environment—the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.
• Physical demands—the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.

This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below. #LI-Hybrid

YOUR MISSION

Software is the central nervous system for True Anomaly's engineering and product thesis. Software bridges the gap between military objectives, theoretical physics, and the human and autonomous control of spacecraft and ground systems. True Anomaly is seeking a Principal Spacecraft Simulation Software Engineer to define the long-term technical vision and architecture for a simulation platform that spans some of the hardest problems in modern aerospace — from high-fidelity multi-physics modeling of spacecraft and constellations to simulation of complex, dynamic environments that don't yet have established playbooks.

At this level, your impact extends well beyond individual features. The platform you help shape will underpin mission planning, autonomy development, GNC validation, and operational decision-making across a range of scenarios that are technically novel by design. You will set technical direction across the simulation organization, serve as the internal authority on simulation methodology and best practices, and drive the technical culture of the team.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Technical Vision & Architecture

• Own the long-term technical strategy and architectural roadmap for True Anomaly's simulation infrastructure, spanning multi-physics modeling, real-time, faster-than-real-time execution, and hardware/software-in-the-loop environments
• Make high-consequence architectural decisions — technology selection, inter-system interface design, performance targets, and long-term maintainability tradeoffs — with full awareness of downstream impact across engineering, GNC, mission planning, and operations
• Identify and resolve fundamental technical risks before they become program-level blockers; anticipate capability gaps 12–24 months out and drive proactive investment
• Establish and steward engineering standards, simulation best practices, and V&V frameworks adopted across the organization

Simulation Development

• Lead the design and implementation of production-quality multi-physics simulation software spanning spacecraft subsystems: 6DOF rigid body dynamics (gravity gradient, solar radiation pressure, atmospheric drag, magnetic torques, third-body effects), thermal modeling, attitude dynamics and control, propulsion (chemical/electric), power generation and storage, and high-fidelity sensor/actuator models (reaction wheels, CMGs, star trackers, gyros, magnetometers)
• Architect and implement tightly coupled physics algorithms capturing complex subsystem interactions (thermal-structural, power-thermal, propulsion-dynamics) with rigorous attention to numerical stability, accuracy, and performance
• Design advanced time-stepping algorithms, solver architectures, and integration schemes that support scalable, real-time, and batch simulation use cases
• Write production-quality C++ with emphasis on performance, correctness, maintainability, and testability; establish the quality bar others rise to meet

API Design & Integration

• Define the simulation platform's external-facing API strategy across C++ and Python, ensuring interfaces are intuitive, performant, versioned, and backward-compatible as the platform evolves
• Partner with mission planning, GNC, systems engineering, and autonomy teams to understand capability needs and translate them into durable, well-documented platform investments
• Drive creation of comprehensive documentation, developer guides, and reference examples that enable self-service across the organization

Leadership & Collaboration

• Serve as a technical anchor across the simulation team; provide architectural guidance, unblock decisions, and ensure coherent execution toward shared goals
• Drive a culture of engineering excellence through rigorous code reviews, mentorship, pair programming, and knowledge transfer
• Mentor engineers at all levels; contribute directly to career development conversations and growth planning
• Partner with engineering leadership to shape simulation capability roadmaps, surface tradeoffs, and contribute to proposals and technical white papers
• Represent simulation engineering in cross-functional forums, program reviews, and customer-facing discussions

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Bachelor's in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, computer science, physics, applied mathematics, or equivalent experience; advanced degree preferred
• Experience: 10+ years of professional software development with deep focus on simulation, scientific computing, or aerospace applications; demonstrated progression into technical leadership roles
• C++: Expert-level proficiency in modern C++ (C++17 or newer), including STL, templates, performance optimization, and large-scale system design
• Python: Proficiency in API design, scripting, automation, and data analysis
• Technical leadership: Proven track record of setting technical direction for large, complex software systems and driving multi-team efforts to delivered capability
• Domain knowledge: Deep expertise in two or more of: ADCS, GNC, thermal control, electric power systems, chemical/electric propulsion, orbital mechanics, or HIL/SIL systems
• V&V: Demonstrated experience defining and executing verification and validation frameworks for physics-based models at scale, including uncertainty quantification and validation against test or flight data
• Systems thinking: Ability to make sound architectural decisions within complex, distributed systems
• Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication; able to articulate complex technical concepts to both engineering peers and non-technical leadership stakeholders

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Hypersonic modeling: Experience developing high-fidelity aerothermal, aerodynamic, and flight dynamics models for hypersonic vehicles, including coupled aero-thermal-structural effects, shock layer physics, and boundary layer modeling
• Advanced physics-based M&S: Extensive experience delivering validated, production-grade simulation capabilities for aerospace or defense programs at scale
• Numerical methods: Expert-level knowledge of ODE/DAE solvers, numerical linear algebra, sparse matrix techniques, and automatic differentiation; experience tuning solvers for stiff, multi-rate, or real-time-constrained problems
• Astrodynamics & kinematics: Deep familiarity with the core concepts of space domain dynamics modeling
• Software engineering excellence: Expert proficiency with Git, CI/CD, CMake or Bazel, and testing frameworks; experience establishing engineering standards at the team or org level
• Scalable simulation infrastructure: Experience with parallel/distributed computing, Docker, and cloud platforms for large-scale simulation execution
• HIL/SIL systems: Extensive experience designing and operating HIL/SIL environments, including real-time simulation interfaces to flight software or embedded hardware
• Technical thought leadership: Published work, conference presentations (AIAA, AAS, IEEE, etc.), or patents in simulation, astrodynamics, GNC, or related domains

COMPENSATION

• Base Salary: $230,000 - $390,000
• Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave 

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience. 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work Location—this role is fully onsite. Candidates must be based in or able to commute to our Denver or Long Beach office daily.
• Work environment—the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.
• Physical demands—the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.

This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below. #LI-Onsite 

YOUR MISSION

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the analysis and validation of Space Based Interceptors structural systems to ensure survivability and performance under dynamic environments, including launch and mission operations.
• Perform detailed structural dynamics stress analyses, including modal, harmonic, random vibration, shock, and transient response simulations.
• Develop and validate finite element models (FEMs) of missile defense structures and subsystems, ensuring accuracy in predicting dynamic behavior.
• Define and lead dynamic testing campaigns, including vibration, shock, and acoustic testing, to verify structural integrity and correlate models with test results.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including mechanical, thermal, and systems engineering, to ensure dynamic requirements are integrated into the design process.
• Provide expertise in structural dynamics during trade studies, design reviews, and critical decision-making processes.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• 6+ years of experience in structural dynamics analysis for aerospace, defense, or high-reliability applications.
• Proficiency in finite element analysis (FEA) tools such as FEMAP/NASTRAN or HyperWorks/OptiStruct.
• Proficiency with missile-specific structural dynamics challenges, such as aerothermal loading.
• Experience in missile defense dynamic environments, including launch loads, aero loads, vibration, and shock.
• Proficiency in missile defense – specific structural analysis concerns such as thin wall buckling, pressure vessel burst, and safe-life/damage-tolerance assessment.
• Strong understanding of structural mechanics, material properties, and failure modes in aerospace applications.
• Hands-on experience with environmental testing, including random, sine, and sine burst vibration.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Experience working with lightweight structures, composites, and advanced materials.
• Experience with spacecraft-specific structural dynamics challenges, such as coupled loads analysis and dynamic coupling between subsystems.
• Proficiency in CAD tools, such as SolidWorks/NX for integrating FEMs with detailed vehicle assembly models – Teamcenter for PLM.
• Hands-on experience with instrumentation for dynamic testing, including accelerometers, strain gauges, and data acquisition systems.
• Hands-on experience with environmental testing including shock and acoustic tests.
• Demonstrated experience with full program life cycle (capture to launch).

COMPENSATION 

• Base Salary III: $105,000- $170,000
• Base Salary Senior: $130,000- $210,000
• Base Salary Staff: $155,000- $260,000

• Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave 

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience. 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to maintain or obtain TS/SCI clearance.
• Work Location—this a fully onsite position based out of our Centennial, CO or Long Beach, CA office.
• Work environment—the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.
• Physical demands—the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.

This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below. #LI-Onsite