A new space race has begun. True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build innovative technology that solves the next generation of engineering, manufacturing, and operational challenges for space security and sustainability.
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
As a Mechanical Engineer at True Anomaly, you will be responsible for designing mechanical assemblies for flight systems and other mechanisms on our spacecraft, Jackal. This is an exciting opportunity to help us build Jackals for launch in our upcoming missions to LEO and GEO orbits.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Work with a product focused team including mechanical, electrical, software, and automation engineers to rapidly develop revolutionary
mechanical systems for our spacecrafts - Design Spacecraft mechanical systems and components including creating CAD models using Solidworks and/or other drafting software
- Design and develop detail piece part and assembly drawings
- Assemble and test development and flight systems
- Manage team of mechanical engineers and CAD drafting technicians
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering
- 3+ years of professional experience in mechanical design
- Demonstrated experience with spacecraft level mechanical architecture, design as well as component design such as space mechanisms and packaging electronics for the space environment
- Demonstrated knowledge in mechanical GD&T
- Experience with configuration control, MES and PLM tools
- Proficiency in CAD tools in Solidworks
- Passion for the space industry
- Demonstrated ability to work with a multidisciplinary team of engineers
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- Master’s degree in mechanical engineering
- 5+ years experience in development and production of space systems
- Experience in or exposure to mechanical design for propulsion systems and/or payloads
- Proficiency in analysis tools such as NASTRAN, Thermal Desktop or similar
- Experience with equipment operation in vibration facilities
COMPENSATION
- Colorado Base Salary: $118,000-145,000 for Mechanical Engineer II; $144,000 - $175,000 for Senior Mechanical Engineer
- California Base Salary: $130,000-157,000 for Mechanical Engineer II; $159,000-190,000 for Senior Mechanical Engineer
- Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave
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
- 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 (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.
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.