We want people who are passionate about optimizing and troubleshooting data center hardware at mega-scale so our customers don’t have to worry!

Reporting to the Manager of Infra::Machines::Design, you will support sustaining engineering efforts for the hardware infrastructure of the DigitalOcean server fleet. The ideal candidate will be eager to face new challenges as DigitalOcean continues to scale its data center footprint and infrastructure cloud capacity and explore new technologies and capabilities to bring to our customers, providing top-tier support for our hardware and firmware in the DO fleet.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Act a member of the Sustaining Engineering team in the Infra::Machines::Design Organization
• Support server hardware, cabling, and networking hardware throughout its operational lifecycle 
• Monitor the #machines channel and MACHINES JIRA project for issues and drive them to resolution
• Participate in 24/7 on-call rotation with other members of the team
• Act as Tier 2 escalation for Datacenter Operations (DCOPS) and Cloud Operations (CloudOps) regarding hardware and firmware components
• Develop and maintain standards and practices for DigitalOcean hardware operations 
• Work closely with the Qualification team, Firmware team, Fleet Lifecycle Engineering team (FLE), Foresight team, and Infrastructure Services team to resolve issues in tooling, firmware packages, hardware components, and other operational concerns
• Help with development of tooling and associated runbooks to address gaps in operational capabilities around hardware and firmware operations
• Coordinate with Ops teams on monitoring thresholds, failure modes and alerting
• Assist in troubleshooting cause of failures and work to prevent them in the future 
• Raise the quality bar in the delivery of our cloud infrastructure by identifying industry best practices and working to adopt them

What We’ll Expect From You:

• Technical Degree (BS Computer Science/Engineering) or equivalent practical experience 
• Hands-on experience operating a cloud infrastructure at mid-tier scale or better
• An in-depth understanding of server hardware, firmware, and infrastructure
• Strong knowledge in troubleshooting techniques, Python and BASH
• Extra points for JTAG debugging / Firmware troubleshooting / Wire sniffing experience
• Clear communication and collaboration across key stakeholders 
• An insatiable passion for constant improvement

Compensation Range: 

• $83,000 - $104,000

*This is a remote role

JR: 2026-7565

#LI-Remote

We want people who are passionate about optimizing and troubleshooting data center hardware at mega-scale so our customers don’t have to worry!

We are looking for an entry-level hardware technologist with experience testing and deploying firmware to server hardware at scale. Reporting to the Manager of Infra::Machines::Design, the Firmware Qualification Engineer will qualify and deploy firmware packages across DigitalOcean products and components and join a team of engineers who have already paved the way for the many tens of thousands of servers in our infrastructure. The ideal candidate will be eager to face new challenges as DigitalOcean continues to scale its data center footprint and explore new technologies to bring to our customers.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Work with vendors and internal peer teams on qualifying, onboarding, and delivering new firmware to the DigitalOcean ecosystem
• Act as Tier 3 escalation on-call for triage, investigation, and resolution of system firmware issues in the DigitalOcean fleet (both customer-facing and internal)
• Participate in 24/7 on-call rotation with other members of the teamImprove existing firmware and hardware configuration automation/validation, for both hardware platforms and components (such as NIC, Storage and BMC)
• Engage with hardware vendors about new automation features and existing bugsHelp with development of tooling and associated runbooks to address gaps in operational capabilities around hardware and firmware operations
• Coordinate with Ops teams on monitoring thresholds, failure modes and alertingAssist in troubleshooting causes of failures and work to prevent them in the future 
• Raise the quality bar in the delivery of our cloud infrastructure by identifying industry best practices and working to adopt them

What We’ll Expect From You:

• Technical Degree (BS Computer Science/Engineering) or equivalent practical experience
• Strong understanding of x86 server hardware architecture and subsystems.
• Ideally, you’ve worked with non-x86 hardware too!Demonstrated professional proficiency in configuration management best-practices (we use Ansible and Chef)
• Experience automating server firmware components at large-scale using industry-standard tooling (Redfish, IPMI, etc) including a deep understanding of benchmarking, automating test frameworks, and process automation in general
• Practical knowledge of PXE boot, UEFI, Linux/OS boot, AMI/OEM BIOS distributions, OpenBMC/AMI/OEM BMC implementations, RAID and other storage resiliency technologies, and the full Network stack- from NIC firmware to TCP/IPAdept at Linux (or Unix) operating systems. You’ll be spending a lot of time working in one!
• Comfortable with version control systems (we use Git) and proficient in at least one programming language (such as Python or Go) Ability to participate in 24/7 on-call rotation with other members of the team
• Excellent communication skills, both within the team and with the broader company
• Have an insatiable passion for hardware, both new and old 

Compensation Range: 

• $83,000 - $104,000

*This is a remote role

JR: 2026-7606

#LI-Remote

We want people who are passionate about optimizing and troubleshooting data center hardware at mega-scale so our customers don’t have to worry!

Reporting to the Manager of Infra Machines Design, you will act as the team lead for sustaining engineering efforts for the hardware infrastructure of the DigitalOcean server fleet. The ideal candidate will be eager to face new challenges as DigitalOcean continues to scale its data center footprint and infrastructure cloud capacity and explore new technologies and capabilities to bring to our customers, providing top-tier support for our hardware and firmware in the DO fleet.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Act as technical lead for the Sustaining Engineering team in the Infra::Machines::Design Organization
• Support server hardware, cabling, and networking hardware throughout its operational lifecycle Monitor the #machines channel and MACHINES JIRA project for issues and drive them to resolution
• Participate in 24/7 on-call rotation with other members of the team
• Act as Tier 2 escalation for Datacenter Operations (DCOPS) and Cloud Operations (CloudOps) regarding hardware and firmware components
• Develop and maintain standards and practices for DigitalOcean hardware operations
• Work closely with the Qualification team, Firmware team, Fleet Lifecycle Engineering team (FLE), Foresight team, and Infrastructure Services team to resolve issues in tooling, firmware packages, hardware components, and other operational concerns
• Liase with DCOPS teams to develop, deliver, and support hardware-related runbooks
• Liase with vendor support teams regarding hardware and firmware issues and drive issues to resolution Identify gaps in tooling and operational processes and engage appropriate peer teams to close gaps
• Help with development of tooling and associated runbooks to address gaps in operational capabilities around hardware and firmware operationsCoordinate with Ops teams on monitoring thresholds, failure modes and alerting
• Assist in troubleshooting cause of failures and work to prevent them in the future Raise the quality bar in the delivery of our cloud infrastructure by identifying industry best practices and working to adopt them

What We’ll Expect From You:

• Technical Degree (BS Computer Science/Engineering) or equivalent practical experience
• Hands-on experience operating a cloud infrastructure at mid-tier scale or better
• An in-depth understanding of server hardware, firmware, and infrastructure
• Strong knowledge in troubleshooting techniques, Python and BASHExtra points for JTAG debugging / Firmware troubleshooting / Wire sniffing experience
• Clear communication and collaboration across key stakeholders An insatiable passion for constant improvement

Compensation Range: 

• $107,000 - $134,000

*This is a remote role

JR: 2026-7601

#LI-Remote

YOUR MISSION

True Anomaly is seeking a talented and driven Electrical Engineer II to support the rapid design, development, and testing of high-reliability electrical systems for our spacecraft programs. In this role, you will execute across the full hardware development lifecycle — from requirements capture and schematic design through bring-up, integration, and production — while collaborating closely with cross-functional engineering teams. You will bring hands-on technical depth, a strong sense of ownership, and the initiative to contribute meaningfully from day one. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Execute requirements capture, component selection, analysis, schematic capture, prototyping, bring-up, debugging, documentation, manufacturing, and test for electrical designs 
• Support the rapid design, development, and testing of high-reliability electrical systems for spacecraft engineering and development efforts 
• Collaborate with system architecture development across cross-functional teams 
• Participate in preliminary and critical design reviews to support program requirements 
• Conduct derating analysis and worst-case circuit analysis 
• Support system-level integration of electrical subsystems, including hardware and software interfaces 
• Perform first article testing, unit-level testing, and production testing 
• Contribute to the development and execution of validation and qualification testing campaigns to ensure reliable hardware 
• Develop and maintain documentation for electrical systems and components, including design specifications, test plans, and operating procedures 
• Support hardware through production, integration, and launch 
• Collaborate with experts from other teams and departments to improve system efficiency, manufacturability, and reliability, and to ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and quality assurance processes 
• Contribute to continuous improvement of electrical engineering processes and practices 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field 
• 2-4 years of professional experience in electrical engineering 
• Proficiency with PCB design in Altium Designer or equivalent 
• Solid understanding of applicable codes and standards including PCB and PCBA design 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills 

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field 
• Experience with spacecraft electrical system design and testing 
• Familiarity with spacecraft power systems, avionics, and communication subsystems 
• Knowledge of industry standards and regulations related to spacecraft electrical systems 
• Embedded firmware development experience 
• Experience with simulation tools such as SPICE, MATLAB, and Simulink 
• Knowledge of IPC standards and specifications including IPC-610, IPC J-STD-001, and other relevant PCB design and assembly standards 
• Experience working in a fast-paced, startup environment or a similarly dynamic setting 

COMPENSATION

• Base Salary: $90,000-$135,000
• 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 will be onsite at either our Centennial, CO or Long Beach, CA locations, with travel to other sites as needed.
• 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 Staff Electrical Engineer, you will be a senior technical leader responsible for driving avionics architecture decisions and owning the design, development, and delivery of flight-critical electronic assemblies for True Anomaly's spacecraft. You will shape how our avionics systems are defined, integrated, and proven — bridging board-level design with system-level thinking to deliver hardware that meets the demands of space. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead avionics architecture definition and trade studies, driving decisions on processing, data transport, power distribution, and redundancy that shape the spacecraft electrical system 
• Own the end-to-end design of complex electronic assemblies — from requirements capture, schematic design, and component selection through prototyping, bring-up, debugging, and release to production 
• Collaborate with system architecture development across cross-functional teams including software, GNC, propulsion, and systems engineering 
• Lead preliminary and critical design reviews for avionics subsystems, ensuring designs meet program requirements and spacecraft-level performance goals 
• Conduct and review derating analysis and worst-case circuit analysis for flight hardware 
• Define and drive interface control between avionics boards and other spacecraft subsystems, including power, RF, payloads, and harness 
• Perform system-level integration of avionics hardware and software, including embedded firmware interfaces and communication buses 
• Perform first article testing, unit-level testing, and production testing of avionics assemblies 
• Support hardware through production, integration, launch, and on-orbit commissioning 
• Define validation approaches and create development and qualification testing campaigns to exercise designs to their limits and ensure reliable hardware 
• Drive compliance with relevant industry standards, regulations, and quality assurance processes across the avionics subsystem 
• Develop and maintain documentation for avionics systems and components, including design specifications, interface control documents, test plans, and operating procedures 
• Mentor junior engineers to improve design skill sets and increase capabilities within the organization 
• Continuously improve electrical engineering processes and practices to drive innovation and efficiency 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field 
• Minimum 10 years of experience in electrical engineering 
• Demonstrated spacecraft flight heritage — experience designing, building, and delivering electronic hardware that has operated on orbit 
• Experience with embedded firmware development and hardware/firmware co-design 
• Advanced experience in PCB and PCBA design using Altium Designer or equivalent ECAD tools 
• Experience with system-level avionics architecture, including processing, power distribution, data interfaces, and redundancy schemes 
• Strong understanding of common spacecraft communication interfaces (RS-422/RS-485, SPI, I2C, SpaceWire, Ethernet) 
• Demonstrated ability to independently lead complex technical efforts and drive them to completion 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills 

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field 
• Experience with FPGA SoC development and VHDL/Verilog 
• Familiarity with spacecraft power systems, propulsion interfaces, and communication subsystems 
• Experience with radiation-tolerant design practices and mitigation of radiation effects on COTS components 
• Knowledge of industry standards and regulations related to spacecraft electrical systems, including EEE-INST-002, GSFC-STD-7000 (GEVS), and MIL-STD-461 
• Experience with simulation tools such as SPICE, MATLAB, and Simulink 
• Experience with worst-case circuit analysis and derating analysis for space-grade hardware 
• Familiarity with configuration management and requirements traceability tools 
• Experience working in a fast-paced, startup environment or a similarly dynamic setting 

COMPENSATION

• Base Salary: $175,000-$265,000
• 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 will be onsite at either our Centennial, CO or Long Beach, CA locations, with travel to other sites as needed.
• 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 talented and experienced Senior Electrical Engineer, Imager to join our Payloads team, reporting to the Electro-Optical Systems Engineering Manager. In this role, you will be the technical authority for the camera, focal plane, and sensing element design of our EO/IR imaging systems, spanning visible, near-IR, and infrared wavelength bands. You will own the full signal chain from photon collection through detector readout, data transfer, and electrical design — ensuring our imaging payloads deliver the performance, reliability, and affordability needed for operational spacecraft. You bring deep hands-on expertise in focal plane array technologies, detector electronics, and imaging system characterization, and you thrive in a fast-paced environment where you can take ownership and drive results from concept to on-orbit operation. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the design, development, integration, and testing of camera systems and focal plane assemblies for visible, near-IR, and infrared imaging payloads 
• Own the electrical design of detector readout electronics, focal plane interface circuits, and associated analog and digital signal chains 
• Define and execute detector and focal plane characterization campaigns, including noise, responsivity, linearity, and dark current measurements 
• Design and optimize high-speed data transfer architectures from focal plane to downstream processing and storage 
• Develop and maintain image data management approaches, including on-board image storage, buffering, and downlink prioritization 
• Perform radiometric and electro-optical system modeling to predict and validate on-orbit imaging performance 
• Collaborate with optical, mechanical, and systems engineering teams to ensure seamless payload integration and performance compliance 
• Support integration and test activities, including environmental testing, calibration, and on-orbit commissioning 
• Develop and maintain documentation including design specifications, test plans, analysis reports, and operating procedures 
• Contribute to continuous improvement of EO engineering processes and practices 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Physics, or related field (Master's preferred) 
• 5+ years of professional experience in electro-optical system design with a focus on cameras, focal plane arrays, and detector electronics 
• Hands-on experience with visible, near-IR, and/or IR detector technologies (CCD, CMOS, InGaAs, MCT, or similar) 
• Experience with focal plane readout electronics, detector interface design, and analog signal chain development 
• Experience with high-speed digital data interfaces and image data transfer architectures 
• Strong understanding of radiometric analysis and electro-optical system performance modeling 
• Familiarity with SWaPC-constrained payload design for spacecraft applications 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Experience with embedded firmware development for camera and focal plane control electronics 
• Experience developing test software for EO system characterization and validation 
• Familiarity with on-board memory management and image storage architectures 
• Experience with hyperspectral imaging sensor design, calibration, and data processing 
• Familiarity with space-qualified or radiation-tolerant detector and focal plane technologies 
• Experience with cryogenic or thermoelectric cooling systems for IR detector applications 
• Experience working in a fast-paced, startup environment or a similarly dynamic setting 

COMPENSATION

• Base Salary: $150,000-$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, location, and experience. 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to maintain or obtain TS//SCI clearance 
• Work Location—this role will be onsite at either our Centennial, CO or Long Beach, CA locations, with travel to other sites as needed.
• 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 Principal Flight Software Engineer at True Anomaly, you will serve as a technical authority across the full spacecraft software stack, shaping architecture decisions, setting engineering standards, and driving the development of flight software from concept through on-orbit operations. You will own hard problems, influence program-level direction, and raise the technical bar for the team around you. If you are looking for a role where your decisions have real consequences in space, this is it.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Own the architecture and technical direction of flight software for space missions, including on-board computers, processing units, and associated systems
• Lead the design and development of robust, safety-critical embedded software with a focus on long-term maintainability and mission reliability
• Drive integration of complex GNC algorithms with flight software, collaborating closely with the GNC team to ensure correctness and performance
• Define and maintain the Command Telemetry Database (CTDB) architecture to support ground and on-orbit test and operations
• Establish and enforce software engineering standards including coding practices, design patterns, and verification and validation approaches
• Partner with the ground C2 software team to align interfaces, data flows, and operational concepts across the full system
• Architect and lead development of HITL and SITL simulation environments for subsystem and full-vehicle testing
• Design and own reusable device driver and communications protocol libraries across flight hardware platforms
• Serve as a key technical voice in design reviews, architecture discussions, and cross-functional planning

YOUR MISSION

As a Staff Flight Software Engineer at True Anomaly, you will gain experience at every phase of the spacecraft program including design, analysis, manufacturing, test, and flight. The company culture is one of innovation and speed, so if you are looking for a place that allows you to reach your full potential, this is the job to consider. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in the software development cycle including design, development, integration, and test for flight computers used in space missions (on-board computers, processing units and others)
• Integrate complex GNC algorithms with flight software
• Assist with the Command Telemetry Database (CDTB) definition and maintenance for ground and on-orbit test and mission
• Collaborate with the ground C2 software team
• Assist with the effort for command scripting and sequencing of the Spacecraft
• Assist with design and implement satellite subsystem model simulators on HITL/SITL environment
• Develop reusable device drivers/interfaces and communications protocol libraries for flight hardware 

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, computer engineering, or related field and 6+ years of experience with low-level firmware architecture, design, and development
• Low-level device driver development and safety critical systems experience
• Experience with embedded RTOS such as RTLinux or Azure RTOS
• Familiarity with common protocols such as Ethernet, SPI, I2C, CAN, RS422, RS485, etc.
• Proficiency in C/C++ and Python. 
• Ability to maintain or obtain TS/SCI clearance 

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Master’s degree in in computer science, electrical engineering, computer engineering, or related field
• 12+ years experience developing and/or producing FSW for space applications
• Ability to maintain or obtain TS/SCI clearance
• Demonstrated experience and discipline with version control, continuous integration, and continuous delivery concepts
• Familiarity with embedded Linux
• Familiarity with networking protocols: UDP, TCP/IP
• Comfortable with typical embedded systems tools, compilers, debuggers and IDEs
• Broad experience with microcontrollers, application processors, revision control systems
• Strong debugging skills through use of instrumentation such as oscilloscopes and protocol analyzers
• Application experience in areas such as robotics, automation, motor control, and sensor fusion 

COMPENSATION

• Base Salary: $165,000 - $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 role, we are seeking candidates based 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

As a Senior Flight Software Engineer at True Anomaly, you will gain experience at every phase of the spacecraft program including design, analysis, manufacturing, test, and flight. The company culture is one of innovation and speed, so if you are looking for a place that allows you to reach your full potential, this is the job to consider. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in the software development cycle including design, development, integration, and test for flight computers used in space missions (on-board computers, processing units and others)
• Integrate complex GNC algorithms with flight software
• Assist with the Command Telemetry Database (CDTB) definition and maintenance for ground and on-orbit test and mission
• Collaborate with the ground C2 software team
• Assist with the effort for command scripting and sequencing of the Spacecraft
• Assist with design and implement satellite subsystem model simulators on HITL/SITL environment
• Develop reusable device drivers/interfaces and communications protocol libraries for flight hardware 

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, computer engineering, or related field and 6+ years of experience with low-level firmware architecture, design, and development
• Low-level device driver development and safety critical systems experience
• Experience with embedded RTOS such as RTLinux or Azure RTOS
• Familiarity with common protocols such as Ethernet, SPI, I2C, CAN, RS422, RS485, etc.
• Proficiency in C/C++ and Python. 
• Ability to maintain or obtain TS/SCI clearance 

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Master’s degree in in computer science, electrical engineering, computer engineering, or related field
• 7+ years experience developing and/or producing FSW for space applications
• Ability to maintain or obtain TS/SCI clearance
• Demonstrated experience and discipline with version control, continuous integration, and continuous delivery concepts
• Familiarity with embedded Linux
• Familiarity with networking protocols: UDP, TCP/IP
• Comfortable with typical embedded systems tools, compilers, debuggers and IDEs
• Broad experience with microcontrollers, application processors, revision control systems
• Strong debugging skills through use of instrumentation such as oscilloscopes and protocol analyzers
• Application experience in areas such as robotics, automation, motor control, and sensor fusion 

COMPENSATION

• Base Salary: $140,000 - $250,000
• 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 role, we are seeking candidates based 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

As a Flight Software Engineer III at True Anomaly, you will gain experience at every phase of the spacecraft program including design, analysis, manufacturing, test, and flight. The company culture is one of innovation and speed, so if you are looking for a place that allows you to reach your full potential, this is the job to consider.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead portions of the software development cycle including design, development, integration, and test for flight computers used in space missions (on-board computers, processing units and others)
• Integrate complex GNC algorithms with flight software
• Own and maintain the Command Telemetry Database (CDTB) definition for ground and on-orbit test and mission
• Collaborate with and provide technical guidance to the ground C2 software team
• Lead command scripting and sequencing efforts for the Spacecraft
• Design and implement satellite subsystem model simulators on HITL/SITL environment
• Develop and maintain reusable device drivers/interfaces and communications protocol libraries for flight hardware
• Conduct code reviews and mentor junior engineers on flight software best practices
• Contribute to flight software architecture decisions and technical trade studies

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, computer engineering, or related field
• 4 to 7 years of experience with low-level firmware architecture, design, and development
• Low-level device driver development and safety critical systems experience
• Experience with embedded RTOS such as RTLinux or Azure RTOS
• Familiarity with common protocols such as Ethernet, SPI, I2C, CAN, RS422, RS485, etc.
• Familiarity with networking protocols: UDP, TCP/IP
• Proficiency in C/C++ and Python
• Ability to maintain or obtain TS/SCI clearance

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Master's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, computer engineering, or related field
• 4 - 7 years experience developing and/or producing FSW for space applications
• Demonstrated experience and discipline with version control, continuous integration, and continuous delivery concepts
• Familiarity with embedded Linux
• Comfortable with typical embedded systems tools, compilers, debuggers and IDEs
• Broad experience with microcontrollers, application processors, revision control systems
• Strong debugging skills through use of instrumentation such as oscilloscopes and protocol analyzers
• Application experience in areas such as robotics, automation, motor control, and sensor fusion
• Experience mentoring or leading small technical teams

COMPENSATION

• Base Salary: $115,000 - $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 is an onsite role, we are seeking candidates based 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

As a Flight Software Engineer II at True Anomaly, you will gain experience at every phase of the spacecraft program including design, analysis, manufacturing, test, and flight. The company culture is one of innovation and speed, so if you are looking for a place that allows you to reach your full potential, this is the job to consider.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Contribute to the software development cycle including design, development, integration, and test for flight computers used in space missions (on-board computers, processing units and others)
• Integrate complex GNC algorithms with flight software
• Contribute to the Command Telemetry Database (CDTB) definition and maintenance for ground and on-orbit test and mission
• Collaborate with the ground C2 software team
• Contribute to command scripting and sequencing of the Spacecraft
• Design and implement satellite subsystem model simulators on HITL/SITL environment
• Develop reusable device drivers/interfaces and communications protocol libraries for flight hardware
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to flight software architecture discussions

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, computer engineering, or related field
• 2 to 4 years of experience with low-level firmware architecture, design, and development
• Low-level device driver development and safety critical systems experience
• Experience with embedded RTOS such as RTLinux or Azure RTOS
• Familiarity with common protocols such as Ethernet, SPI, I2C, CAN, RS422, RS485, etc.
• Familiarity with networking protocols: UDP, TCP/IP
• Proficiency in C/C++ and at least one of the following: Rust, Zig, or Python
• Ability to maintain or obtain TS/SCI clearance

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Master's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, computer engineering, or related field
• 2 - 4 years experience developing and/or producing FSW for space applications
• Demonstrated experience and discipline with version control, continuous integration, and continuous delivery concepts
• Familiarity with embedded Linux
• Comfortable with typical embedded systems tools, compilers, debuggers and IDEs
• Broad experience with microcontrollers, application processors, revision control systems
• Strong debugging skills through use of instrumentation such as oscilloscopes and protocol analyzers
• Application experience in areas such as robotics, automation, motor control, and sensor fusion

COMPENSATION

• Base Salary: $90,000 - $155,000
• 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 role, we are seeking candidates based 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

As a Flight Software Engineer at True Anomaly, you will gain experience at every phase of the spacecraft program including design, analysis, manufacturing, test, and flight. The company culture is one of innovation and speed, so if you are looking for a place that allows you to reach your full potential, this is the job to consider. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in the software development cycle including design, development, integration, and test for flight computers used in space missions (on-board computers, processing units and others)
• Integrate complex GNC algorithms with flight software
• Assist with the Command Telemetry Database (CDTB) definition and maintenance for ground and on-orbit test and mission
• Collaborate with the ground C2 software team
• Assist with the effort for command scripting and sequencing of the Spacecraft
• Assist with design and implement satellite subsystem model simulators on HITL/SITL environment
• Develop reusable device drivers/interfaces and communications protocol libraries for flight hardware

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, computer engineering, or related field
• 0 to 2 years of experience with low-level firmware architecture, design, and development
• Low-level device driver development and safety critical systems experience
• Experience with embedded RTOS such as RTLinux or Azure RTOS
• Familiarity with common protocols such as Ethernet, SPI, I2C, CAN, RS422, RS485, etc.
• Familiarity with networking protocols: UDP, TCP/IP 
• Proficiency in C/C++, Rust, and Zig

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Master’s degree in in computer science, electrical engineering, computer engineering, or related field
• 0 - 2 years experience developing and/or producing FSW for space applications
• Ability to maintain or obtain TS/SCI clearance
• Demonstrated experience and discipline with version control, continuous integration, and continuous delivery concepts
• Familiarity with embedded Linux
• Familiarity with networking protocols: UDP, TCP/IP
• Comfortable with typical embedded systems tools, compilers, debuggers and IDEs
• Broad experience with microcontrollers, application processors, revision control systems
• Strong debugging skills through use of instrumentation such as oscilloscopes and protocol analyzers
• Application experience in areas such as robotics, automation, motor control, and sensor fusion

COMPENSATION

• Base Salary: $75,000 - $125,000
• 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 role, we are seeking candidates based 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 seeking a talented and experienced Motor Control Engineer at the Mid-career or Senior level to join our Mechanisms team, reporting to the Mechanisms Engineering Manager. In this role, you will own both the drive electronics hardware and the embedded firmware for precision motor-driven actuation systems on our orbital platforms. You will design and develop custom motor drive circuits, closed-loop servo control algorithms, and the embedded software that ties them together — delivering vertically integrated solutions built for the demanding thermal, radiation, and reliability requirements of spaceflight. You bring equal depth in hardware and firmware, thrive in a hands-on environment, and take pride in seeing your work perform on-orbit. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design and develop motor drive electronics for brushless DC and stepper motor systems, including gate driver circuits, current sensing, power stage design, and EMI mitigation 
• Develop and implement embedded firmware for closed-loop motor control, including FOC/BLDC commutation algorithms, PID and advanced control loops, and fault detection and handling 
• Perform motor and drive system characterization, including torque-speed profiling, efficiency mapping, and thermal analysis 
• Collaborate closely with the GNC team to develop and validate closed-loop pointing, stabilization, and tracking control for precision actuation applications 
• Define and execute motor drive hardware bring-up, integration, and qualification test campaigns 
• Support system-level integration of motor control electronics and firmware with spacecraft avionics and flight software 
• Develop and maintain design documentation including schematics, firmware architecture, test plans, and analysis reports 
• Contribute to component selection, trade studies, and design reviews across the mechanisms product portfolio 
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement of mechanisms engineering processes and practices 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field (Master's preferred) 
• 5+ years of professional experience in motor control system design, with demonstrated depth in both drive electronics hardware and embedded firmware 
• Experience with brushless DC and/or stepper motor drive circuit design, including power stage, gate driver, and current sensing topologies 
• Experience implementing closed-loop motor control algorithms including FOC, BLDC commutation, and PID-based servo control in embedded firmware 
• Proficiency in embedded C or C++ for real-time motor control applications 
• Familiarity with common embedded communication interfaces (SPI, I2C, UART, CAN) and their application in motor drive systems 
• Experience with hardware bring-up, debug, and characterization using lab test equipment 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Experience with space-qualified or high-reliability motor drive electronics for vacuum and radiation environments 
• Familiarity with precision pointing or tracking system requirements and GNC interface design 
• Experience with motor control using DSPs, FPGAs, or microcontrollers (STM32, TI C2000, or similar) 
• Knowledge of magnetic bearing or brushless motor design and winding analysis 
• Experience with thermal analysis and thermal management of power electronics in SWaP-constrained designs 
• Familiarity with applicable aerospace standards (MIL-STD-704, MIL-STD-461, EEE-INST-002) 
• Experience working in a fast-paced, startup environment or a similarly dynamic setting 

COMPENSATION

• Base Salaries:
  • Mechanisms Engineer III: $115,000-$170,000
  • Senior Mechanisms Engineer: $150,000-$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, location, and experience. 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to maintain or obtain TS//SCI clearance 
• Work Location—this role will be onsite at either our Centennial, CO or Long Beach, CA locations, with travel to other sites as needed.
• 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 an innovative Mechanisms Engineering Manager to lead a small, agile team responsible for the design, development, integration, and testing of precision, affordable, motor-driven actuation systems for orbital platforms. Reporting to the VP of New Product Engineering, this role encompasses hands-on technical leadership alongside people management, program planning, and product delivery. The team's portfolio spans precision pointing and tracking systems, solar array drive assemblies, reaction wheels, solar array release mechanisms, optical focusing systems, CubeSat dispensers, and 1G test stands. The successful candidate will have deep expertise in spacecraft mechanisms and motor-driven systems, and the drive to vertically integrate in-house solutions that deliver real mission advantage. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Own the technical direction for spacecraft mechanism systems, including precision gimbals, motor-driven actuators, and associated control electronics 
• Lead, mentor, and grow a team of mechanisms engineers, including a dedicated motor control engineer, to develop fully vertically integrated actuation solutions 
• Oversee end-to-end mechanisms development lifecycle: requirements definition, mechanical and motor control design, analysis, procurement, integration, and test 
• Lead the design and development of precision pointing, tracking, and articulation systems for on-orbit payload and antenna applications 
• Partner closely with the GNC team to develop and validate bearing determination, stabilization, and closed-loop pointing control 
• Develop and maintain mechanism performance budgets, including pointing accuracy, torque margin, lifetime, and disturbance analyses 
• Ensure mechanism designs meet mission requirements for reliability, thermal performance, radiation tolerance, and SWaP constraints 
• Manage schedules, budgets, staffing, and technical risk across multiple mechanism development programs 
• Collaborate with avionics, systems engineering, software, and test teams to ensure seamless spacecraft integration 
• Drive compliance with applicable aerospace standards and lead design reviews with internal stakeholders and customers 
• Communicate product development status and issues with leadership and stakeholders 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field (Master's preferred) 
• 10+ years of professional experience in spacecraft mechanisms design, development, and test 
• Demonstrated experience with motor-driven actuation systems, including brushless DC motors, stepper motors, and associated drive electronics 
• Experience with precision pointing or tracking mechanisms such as gimbals, beam steering systems, or antenna pointing systems 
• Strong understanding of mechanism performance analysis including kinematics, structural dynamics, bearing life, and disturbance modeling 
• Familiarity with GNC interface requirements for stabilized pointing and tracking applications 
• Demonstrated ability to lead engineering teams and deliver complex hardware on schedule 

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Experience with space-qualified mechanisms, including lubrication, materials selection, and life testing for vacuum and thermal environments 
• Familiarity with solar array drive assemblies, reaction wheels, or other spacecraft momentum and articulation systems 
• Experience with motor control firmware development and closed-loop servo system design 
• Knowledge of spacecraft structural analysis tools (NASTRAN, ANSYS, or similar) and mechanism simulation environments 
• Experience with 1G test stand design or other gravity off-load test approaches for validating on-orbit mechanism behavior 
• Familiarity with MIL-SPEC and NASA standards applicable to spacecraft mechanisms (e.g., GSFC-STD-7000, MIL-STD-810) 
• Experience working in a fast-paced, startup environment or a similarly dynamic setting 

COMPENSATION

• Base Salary: $155,000-$230,000
• 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 will be onsite at either our Centennial, CO or Long Beach, CA locations, with travel to other sites as needed.
• 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 Staff Security Architect, you will be the critical technical bridge securing True Anomaly's national security space systems with particular emphasis on ground-based command and control (C2) infrastructure, Space Based Interceptors software platforms, and cloud environments operating at DoD Impact Level 5/6 and SECRET/TS/SCI classification levels. 

This is a unique, hands-on role that blends deep security architecture expertise with active software development. You will design and implement security architectures spanning the full mission lifecycle including satellite operations, ground segments, C2 systems, and mission planning platforms while supporting the end-to-end journey to Authority to Operate (ATO) across IL-5, IL-6, and TS/SCI environments. You will be responsible for ensuring our systems meet the most rigorous federal security standards while maintaining operational effectiveness in contested environments. 

This is an ideal role for a security-focused technologist who can write code, architect secure systems, engage government assessors, and lead cross-functional teams through complex RMF processes. If you're energized by the challenges of securing mission-critical systems that protect lives and national interests, this role is for you. 

This position requires an active SECRET clearance at minimum; TS/SCI is strongly preferred. 

Responsibilities 

• Design and implement end-to-end security architectures for ground-based C2 systems, Space Based Interceptors defense software platforms, and on-orbit satellite constellations, spanning firmware, embedded systems, cloud-native applications, and operational technology 

• Architect and deploy NSA Type 1 cryptographic solutions for classified C2 communications and satellite command pathways, including protection of TT&C (telemetry, tracking, and command) systems 

• Develop comprehensive threat models specific to C2 and Space Based Interceptors defense systems, accounting for adversary capabilities across RF spectrum, cyber, and physical domains 

• Ensure security architectures enable effective monitoring, logging, and incident response without compromising operational tempo 

• Design, develop, and maintain secure, cloud-native SaaS applications and C2 platform components aligned with NIST SP 800-53 control requirements 

• Implement security controls natively in application code and architecture, not as afterthoughts but ensuring RMF findings are minimized through strong upfront engineering 

• Implement and validate DISA STIG requirements at the OS, container, platform, and application layers within Space Based Interceptors defense and C2 software stacks 

• Integrate RMF controls into CI/CD pipelines through DevSecOps practices including IaC, automated security scanning, and continuous monitoring tooling 

• Remediate findings from STIGs, vulnerability scans, penetration testing, and SCA activities to maintain ATO posture 

• Lead system architectures to achieve and sustain IL-5, IL-6, and TS/SCI ATOs in cloud and hybrid environments under the NIST Risk Management Framework 

• Support all RMF Steps 1–6, with emphasis on control implementation, assessment preparation, and remediation for DoD and IC programs 

• Ensure compliance with NIST 800-53, CNSSI 1253, ICD 503, JSIG, and other applicable frameworks for National Security Systems (NSS) handling classified information up to TS/SCI 

• Support cloud Provisional Authorization (PA) and inherited control models across classified cloud environments (e.g., IL-6 CSPs) 

• Contribute technically to security artifacts including SSPs, SAPs, SARs, and POA&Ms; serve as a credible technical voice with government ISSOs, ISSEs, and third-party assessors during ATO and reauthorization activities 

• Serve as the technical security bridge between spacecraft engineering, ground systems, software development, C2 operations, and government mission partners 

• Conduct security architecture reviews and provide authoritative guidance on secure design patterns as C2 and Space Based Interceptors defense capabilities evolve 

• Communicate complex security requirements, risk trade-offs, and compliance strategies to diverse stakeholders including engineering teams, executive leadership, and government customers 

Required Qualifications 

• 10+ years of combined experience in security architecture, security engineering, and/or software development with increasing responsibility 

• Active SECRET clearance required; TS/SCI strongly preferred 

• Demonstrated experience implementing NSA Type 1 cryptographic solutions in operational national security systems 

• Proven expertise with RMF processes and achieving ATOs for complex systems, with direct experience at IL-5 or IL-6 impact levels 

• Strong working knowledge of NIST SP 800-53 security controls and how they map to application and infrastructure design 

• Hands-on experience implementing STIGs (OS, container, platform, and application-level) 

• Proficiency in at least one modern programming language (e.g., Python, Go, Elixir, or similar) and demonstrated ability to contribute directly to secure software development 

• Experience architecting security for systems combining hardware, firmware, embedded systems, and cloud-native software 

• Deep knowledge of cryptographic protocols, key management, and secure communications architectures 

• Familiarity with space system architectures including satellite operations, ground segments, and TT&C systems 

• Excellent communication skills with ability to articulate security requirements to engineering teams, executive leadership, and government stakeholders 

• DoD 8570.01-M / DoD 8140 IAM Level II certification at minimum (e.g., CASP+ CE, CISM, CAP, or CISSP/Associate); IAM Level III certification (CISM or full CISSP) required for personnel performing ISSE functions on IL-6 or TS/SCI systems 

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience) 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph 

• Direct experience securing C2 systems, Space Based Interceptors defense software platforms, or other DoD mission systems 

• Experience with CNSSI 1253, ICD 503, JSIG, or other Intelligence Community security standards 

• Experience supporting DoD or IC customers through ATO, re-ATO, or continuous authorization 

• Knowledge of cloud security control inheritance and shared responsibility models within IL-6 environments 

• Familiarity with Cross Domain Solutions (CDS), data guards, or other information flow control technologies 

• Experience with FedRAMP High, CMMC, or DoD IL-5/IL-6 authorizations 

• Knowledge of RF security, anti-jam techniques, and secure satellite communications 

• Experience integrating security tooling (e.g., SIEMs, vulnerability scanners, audit/logging systems) into development workflows 

• Understanding of zero trust architectures and modern identity solutions applied to classified environments 

• Understanding of supply chain risk management (SCRM) for national security systems 

• Relevant certifications such as CISSP-ISSAP, CCSP, CEH, or vendor-specific security certifications 

• Experience supporting red team or penetration testing activities against complex systems 

• Background in aerospace engineering, systems engineering, or a related technical discipline 

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

• Fast-paced, mission-critical environment supporting national security space operations 

• Requires coordination across distributed teams including spacecraft engineers, ground operations, and government partners 

• May require participation in on-call rotation for security incident response and mission-critical system support 

• High degree of autonomy and ownership as a founding security architecture leader 

• Direct access to executive leadership and opportunity to shape security strategy for emerging space capabilities 

• Occasional travel to government sites, launch facilities, or partner locations may be required 

WHAT WE OFFER 

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and clearance level 

• Opportunity to architect security for cutting-edge space systems with national security impact 

• Professional development support including conferences, training, and security certifications 

• Collaborative culture working alongside spacecraft engineers, mission operators, and experienced security professionals 

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

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

COMPENSATION

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

• 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, 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

As a Staff Security Architect, you will be the critical technical bridge securing True Anomaly's national security space systems—from our on-orbit satellite constellation to ground-based command and control infrastructure. This is a unique opportunity to architect end-to-end security for one of the most challenging operational environments: space systems operating under stringent national security requirements. 

In this role, you will define and implement security architectures that span the full mission lifecycle—satellite operations, ground segments, mission planning systems, and the critical data pathways between them. You will be responsible for ensuring our systems meet the most rigorous federal security standards while maintaining operational effectiveness in contested environments. 

This is an ideal role for a security architect who thrives at the intersection of hardware and software security, understands the unique challenges of national security systems, and is energized by the opportunity to secure systems that operate in the most demanding domain humanity has reached. 

Active TS/SCI security clearance strongly preferred; minimum Secret clearance required with ability to obtain TS/SCI.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design and implement end-to-end security architectures for on-orbit satellite constellations and ground-based command and control (C2) systems, spanning spacecraft firmware, embedded systems, cloud infrastructure, and operational technology 
• Architect and deploy NSA Type 1 cryptographic solutions for classified communications and critical satellite command pathways, ensuring protection of space-to-ground communications and telemetry, tracking, and command (TT&C) systems 
• Ensure compliance with national security directives including NIST 800-53, CNSSI 1253, ICD 503, and other applicable frameworks for National Security Systems (NSS) handling classified information up to TS/SCI 
• Design and implement secure cross-domain solutions (CDS), data guards, and TEMPEST/EMSEC controls where mission requirements demand information flow between security domains or protection from emissions exploitation 
• Serve as the technical security bridge between spacecraft engineering, ground systems, software development, and mission operations teams, translating security requirements across hardware and software domains 
• Develop comprehensive threat models specific to space systems, accounting for adversary capabilities across RF spectrum, cyber, and physical domains to inform defensive architecture decisions 
• Partner with detection and response teams to ensure security architectures enable effective monitoring, logging, and incident response without compromising operational capability 
• Conduct security architecture reviews and provide authoritative guidance on secure design patterns for both space and ground segments as constellation capabilities evolve 
• Communicate complex security requirements, risk trade-offs, and compliance strategies to diverse stakeholders including engineering teams, executive leadership, and government customers 

QUALIFICATIONS

• 10+ years of experience in security architecture, security engineering, or related roles with increasing responsibility 
• Active TS/SCI security clearance strongly preferred; minimum Secret clearance required with ability to obtain TS/SCI 
• Demonstrated experience implementing NSA Type 1 cryptographic solutions in operational national security systems 
• Proven expertise with the Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes and achieving ATOs for complex systems 
• Strong understanding of NIST 800-53 security controls, tailoring, and implementation across hybrid environments 
• Experience architecting security for systems combining hardware, firmware, embedded systems, and software components 
• Deep knowledge of cryptographic protocols, key management, and secure communications architectures 
• Familiarity with space system architectures including satellite operations, ground segments, and telemetry/command systems 
• Excellent communication skills with ability to articulate security requirements to diverse audiences including government stakeholders 
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience) 

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph 
• Direct experience securing satellite systems, spacecraft, or other aerospace platforms 
• Experience with CNSSI 1253, ICD 503, JSIG or other Intelligence Community security standards 
• Familiarity with Cross Domain Solutions (CDS), data guards, or other information flow control technologies 
• Knowledge of RF security, anti-jam techniques, and secure satellite communications 
• Experience with CMMC, FedRAMP High, or DoD Impact Level 5/6 authorizations 
• Understanding of supply chain risk management (SCRM) for national security systems 
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP-ISSAP, CCSP, CEH, or vendor-specific security certifications 
• Experience supporting red team or penetration testing activities against complex systems 
• Background in aerospace engineering, systems engineering, or related technical discipline 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Fast-paced, mission-critical environment supporting national security space operations 
• Requires coordination across distributed teams including spacecraft engineers, ground operations, and government partners 
• May require participation in on-call rotation for security incident response and mission-critical system support 
• High degree of autonomy and ownership as a founding security architecture leader 
• Direct access to executive leadership and opportunity to shape security strategy for emerging space capabilities 
• Occasional travel to government sites, launch facilities, or partner locations may be required 

COMPENSATION

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

• 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—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.
• 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

The Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) will oversee the security posture of all classified information systems and develop/revise necessary Risk Management Framework (RMF) documentation to support system authorization. The role reports to the Vice President of Facilities and Government Security and will be onsite in our Long Beach, CA office.    

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Build and update standard RMF packages, including the Systems Security Plam (SSP), Plan of Actions and Milestones (POAMs), Security Control Traceability Matrix (SCTM), hardware and software inventories, and network topology diagrams.    
• Lead the development and implementation of security policies and procedures required by assessment and authorization activities in accordance with ICD-503, DAAPM, NISPOM, JSIG, and NIST 800-53.   
• Program guidance and direction to program personnel, ensuring effective communication within the roles.  
• Collaborate with System Administrators and Network Engineers to ensure timely application of security patches and secure configurations in line with Security Technical Implementation Guidelines (STIGs). 

QUALIFICATIONS

• 7-12 years of relevant work experience.  
• Assist with information system security management and day-to-day security operations.  
• Serve as a member of the Change Control Board (CCB) to ensure configuration management for Cybersecurity-relevant software, hardware, and firmware is maintained and documented.  
• Ensure all personnel receive the necessary technical and security training to perform their duties effectively.  
• Conduct security reviews of proposed changes or additions to the information system (including hardware or software) and advise the Information System Security Manager (ISSM) on security relevance.  
• Perform vulnerability/risk assessment analysis to support continuous monitoring and the certification and accreditation process.  
• U.S. Citizen and eligible for DoD Secret or TS/SCI clearance.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Current active DoD TS/SCI clearance.  

COMPENSATION

• Base Salary:  Denver- $130,000-$175,000, Long Beach- $135,000 - $185,000
• 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 position will be fully onsite in our Gravity Works office in 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

As a Senior Embedded Security Engineer, you will be responsible for hardening the security posture of the software that runs on True Anomaly's space vehicles. Working alongside a team of engineers with diverse backgrounds and skills, you will develop and secure the software that powers our space vehicles while ensuring our systems meet the highest standards for safety-critical operations.

In this role, you will collaborate closely with flight software engineers to integrate security best practices throughout the development lifecycle.

You will serve as a security subject matter expert responsible for establishing secure coding standards, designing and implementing security testing harnesses, and providing hands-on expertise in implementing security controls within resource constrained embedded environments. Other examples of responsibilities include implementing and auditing secure boot processes, and runtime hardening, as well as systems that enforce memory safety, manage secrets and key material, and protect inter-process and inter-device communication channels.

This is an ideal role for someone who thrives at the intersection of embedded systems and security, enjoys working on challenging technical problems in safety-critical environments, and wants to shape the security foundation of next-generation space systems. As an early member of the team, your decisions today will have lasting impact on our spacecraft security architecture and operational capabilities.

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Work with flight software engineers to continuously harden the security of spacecraft embedded systems
• Conduct security reviews of flight controller software, control systems, and communication protocols
• Establish and enforce secure coding practices for safety-critical embedded software
• Perform threat modeling and security architecture reviews for embedded systems
• Integrate security features into test fixtures and CI/CD pipelines
• Support device security efforts
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure security requirements are integrated into spacecraft development lifecycle
• Support operational spacecraft deployments with security monitoring and incident response capabilities

Qualifications

A good candidate will have:

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in embedded systems development with a focus on security
• Strong C/C++ programming skills with deep understanding of memory safety and secure coding practices
• Background in low-level embedded software architecture, design, and development with security considerations
• Low-level device driver development experience with security hardening
• Proficiency with embedded systems tools, compilers, debuggers, IDEs, and static analysis tools
• Strong debugging skills
• Familiarity with embedded security standards and best practices

An ideal candidate will also have:

• Active TS/SCI security clearance or ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
• Experience using Ghommit tool. 
• Direct experience in spacecraft/satellite embedded software or other aerospace safety-critical systems
• Experience with secure firmware update mechanisms and anti-tamper techniques
• Knowledge of hardware security modules (HSMs) and secure elements
• Familiarity with space-specific protocols and standards (CCSDS, ECSS)

Compensation

·       Base Salary:   Long Beach - $150,000 to $205,000, Denver - $145,000 to $195,000

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

Work Environment

• Work Location: this role will be fully onsite at our facilities in Centennial, CO or Long Beach, CA  #LI-Onsite
• This role operates in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment where rapid decision-making and adaptability are essential
• Bias towards delivery and iteration to discover the right use cases for security investments
• Must be comfortable taking calculated risks and owning accountability for managing those risks
• Passionate about solving real-world security problems in resource-constrained embedded environments
• Collaborative culture with opportunities for significant ownership and technical leadership
• Direct access to leadership and opportunity to influence spacecraft security architecture

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge spacecraft technology and define security standards for next-generation space systems
• Professional development and certification support
• Collaborative culture with experienced embedded systems and security professionals
• Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave

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

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About The Role: 

Urban Sky is seeking an Embedded Firmware Engineer to own the technical development and product evolution of our HUSKY bus platform – the backbone of our stratospheric flight systems. HUSKY provides integrated power distribution, Ethernet-based communications, and onboard compute for our balloon vehicles and customer payloads. This role sits at the intersection of firmware engineering, systems architecture, and product development.

As the product lead for HUSKY, you will work closely with the portfolio manager to drive R&D iteration cycles from architecture through validation and handoff to manufacturing. You will also interface directly with defense customers, supporting integration, network accreditation, and cybersecurity compliance requirements. This is a senior, high-ownership role for an engineer who thrives in a vertically integrated startup where decisions at the firmware layer have direct consequences on flight safety, mission success, and customer outcomes.

Key Responsibilities: 

HUSKY Bus Product Ownership

• Serve as the technical product lead for the HUSKY bus platform, owning the firmware architecture and driving iterative development cycles in collaboration with the portfolio manager
• Define firmware requirements with the portfolio manager, as informed by hardware trade studies, system-level constraints, and customer mission needs
• Lead design reviews, architecture decisions, and trade space analyses for new HUSKY revisions
• Manage the transition of validated designs from R&D into the manufacturing pipeline, ensuring design-for-manufacturability and documentation completeness
• Maintain version-controlled firmware baselines and establish robust release processes and configuration management practices
• Manage and develop firmware configuration tools to enable an automated customer interface

Embedded Firmware Development

• Design, develop, and verify embedded firmware for real-time systems operating in the stratospheric environment, including power management, communication schemas, network architecture, and compute subsystems
• Develop and maintain firmware for low-level hardware interfaces including I2C, SPI, UART, CAN, and Ethernet
• Implement and optimize RTOS-based or bare-metal firmware for microcontrollers and FPGAs as appropriate
• Ensure firmware robustness for operation in extreme stratospheric conditions: low temperatures, low pressure, radiation effects, and power constraints
• Develop and execute firmware-level unit tests, hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) test benches, and integration test procedures

Systems Architecture & Model-Based Development

• Define and document the HUSKY system architecture, including interface control documents (ICDs), data flow diagrams, and power budgets
• Apply model-based systems engineering (MBSE) principles to capture system behavior, manage requirements traceability, and support design verification
• Develop and maintain network topology models covering onboard Ethernet, serial communications, and payload interfaces
• Collaborate with mechanical and electrical engineers to ensure firmware design is tightly coupled with hardware constraints and thermal/power profiles

Electrical Engineering Interface

• Leverage a strong working knowledge of electrical engineering principles to inform firmware design decisions, including signal integrity, power sequencing, and peripheral driver development
• Partner with PCB designers and electrical engineers to review schematics, validate hardware bring-up, and debug hardware-firmware interaction issues
• Participate in hardware trade studies and component selection decisions where firmware implications are significant

Defense Customer & Cybersecurity Support

• Serve as a technical point of contact for defense customers integrating with the HUSKY bus, supporting requirements definition, interface documentation, and integration activities
• Support defense cybersecurity and network accreditation efforts, including Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes, STIGs, and authority-to-operate (ATO) activities
• Implement and maintain security controls for networked operational systems, including secure boot, encrypted communications, and access control
• Interface with government program offices and defense contractors in a professional and technically credible manner

Flight Safety & Reliability

• Design firmware with flight safety as a primary constraint, including watchdog management, fault detection and isolation, graceful degradation, and safe-state behaviors
• Conduct failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA) at the firmware and system level to identify and mitigate risk
• Support field operations and anomaly investigations, providing rapid firmware diagnostics and patching as needed
• Maintain thorough documentation of known failure modes, workarounds, and operational limitations

Field Operations & Communications Exercises

• Support field test flights and customer demonstrations, providing on-site firmware expertise to ensure HUSKY bus systems perform reliably throughout all phases of flight operations
• Lead network integration communication exercises with defense customers, evaluating security boundaries, verifying data flows across the HUSKY bus, and validating that network segmentation and access controls perform as designed under operational conditions
• Document exercise findings, network architecture decisions, and security boundary assessments; communicate results clearly to both internal engineering teams and defense customer stakeholders
• Coordinate with the flight operations team and customer representatives to plan and execute pre-flight network checkout procedures, ensuring all payload communications and security configurations are verified prior to launch

Qualifications: 

• 5+ years of embedded firmware engineering experience, with at least 2 years in a lead or senior individual contributor capacity
• Proficiency in C and C++ for embedded targets; Python scripting for test automation and tooling is a plus
• Strong understanding of network topology, including Ethernet, TCP/IP, UDP, and serial communications protocols
• Demonstrated experience with systems architecture, requirements development, and interface definition
• Working knowledge of electrical engineering fundamentals sufficient to read schematics, debug hardware, and drive hardware-firmware co-design
• Experience with version control (Git), CI/CD pipelines for embedded targets, and configuration management
• Excellent technical communication skills; able to produce clear architecture documents, ICDs, and test reports
• Self-directed and capable of managing multiple concurrent workstreams in a fast-paced environment

Nice-to-Haves/Preferred Skills: 

• Experience with model-based systems engineering (MBSE) tools such as Cameo, MagicDraw, or equivalent
• Background working with defense customers or on DoD programs; familiarity with RMF, CMMC, and ATO processes
• Experience with cybersecurity controls for networked embedded systems, including NIST SP 800-171 or STIG compliance
• Familiarity with aerospace or high-altitude platform avionics, including stratospheric balloon, UAS, or small satellite systems
• Experience with FPGAs (Xilinx/AMD or Intel/Altera) and HDL development (VHDL or Verilog)
• Background in power electronics firmware, including battery management, solar charging, or DC-DC converter control
• Experience bringing hardware-firmware products from R&D through manufacturing transition
• Startup or small-team engineering experience

Requirements: 

• Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident
• Must be located near Denver, CO
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance may be required for certain programs 

Benefits: 

• Medical, Vision and Dental 
• Unlimited Vacation Days 
• Parental Leave 
• Cell Phone Bill Stipend 
• Stock Options 

The Role 

Urban Sky’s Vice President of Engineering will take over leadership of the company’s full engineering organization from the CTO, overseeing the Software Team, Firmware Team, Electrical Engineering Team, Mechanical Engineering Team, and Systems Engineering Integration and Test (SEIT) Team  

This leader will be responsible for unifying these groups under a shared technical and cultural framework, fostering collaboration across hardware and software, and driving products from concept through production with a hands-on, iterative mindset. 

You will report directly to the CTO, inheriting a deeply technical, highly motivated team that values autonomy, ownership, and rapid, spiral development. This is not a process-heavy or bureaucratic organization — this is an engineering culture of building, testing, learning, and improving, quickly and aggressively. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Lead and unify Urban Sky’s multi-disciplinary engineering teams under one mission-focused organization. 

• Drive product execution from concept through productionization, ensuring rapid iteration cycles that yield real, tested, working systems without design gridlock. 

• Champion spiral development: Build–test–learn–repeat. Minimize paperwork and long analysis cycles; prioritize real-world experimentation and learning. 

• Empower Responsible Engineers (REs): Maintain Urban Sky’s RE model, where individual engineers act as CEOs of their products, owning every decision from design through production. Provide resources, remove barriers, and ensure accountability without micromanagement. 

• Foster technical excellence and practical innovation in both hardware and software domains, with a bias toward pragmatic, test-driven engineering. 

• Partner with company leadership to align technical priorities with company vision and operational goals. 

• Mentor and develop technical leaders across disciplines; build capacity for future growth without compromising agility. 

• Ensure effective cross-functional collaboration between software, firmware, hardware, and systems teams to accelerate integration and testing. 

• Maintain a culture of ownership, urgency, and accountability that matches Urban Sky’s aggressive pace and mission-driven focus. 

Who You Are 

• A hands-on technical leader who has successfully built and shipped complex hardware–software systems. 

• Deep experience in both hardware and software development — and the scars to prove it. 

• A believer in spiral development and rapid iteration, not bureaucratic gates. You know that the fastest way to learn is to build and test. 

• A champion of engineer autonomy. You know how to lead by supporting, not controlling. 

• Someone who thrives in ambiguity, takes ownership, and pushes relentlessly toward working results. 

• A systems thinker with strong instincts for integration, testing, and design–build–test cycles. 

• A builder of people and teams — you know how to align diverse disciplines and personalities around a common goal. 

• A doer and decision-maker, not a theorist. You’ve taken projects across the finish line and know what it takes to deliver. 

Qualifications 

• 10+ years of experience leading engineering teams across hardware and software disciplines. 

• Proven record of delivering complex integrated systems to production or flight. 

• Experience scaling teams and processes in a rapidly evolving, high-velocity environment. 

• Strong technical foundation in mechanical, electrical, firmware, or systems engineering — with working familiarity across domains. 

• Experience in a fast-paced startup that makes hardware-software products 

• Comfortable working in a hands-on, test-driven environment. 

• Excellent communication and leadership skills — able to inspire technical teams and communicate clearly with executives. 

Why Urban Sky 

At Urban Sky, you’ll help shape the next frontier of aviation — not in theory, but in hardware, firmware, and software that’s flying today. You’ll lead a team of passionate, brilliant engineers building systems that operate in challenging environments where everything from component cost, to aviation safety in active class-A airspace matters.

Benefits: 

• Medical, Vision and Dental 

• Unlimited Vacation Days 

• Parental Leave 

• Cell Phone Bill Stipend 

• Stock Options