Engineering Manager Test and Launch Site

YOUR MISSION

As the Test and Launch Site Engineering Manager of True Anomaly's off-site tests you will own all aspects of site operations supporting propulsion fluids and structures testing. You will lead a multidisciplinary team of test technicians and engineers drive test campaign execution and ensure the facility operates safely efficiently and in compliance with all regulatory requirements. You are the on-site decision-maker — accountable for people hardware schedule and site readiness. 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Site Operations: Own day-to-day operations of the test facility including staffing scheduling facility maintenance and infrastructure readiness. Ensure the site is always prepared to support active test campaigns with zero unplanned downtime. 

• Test Campaign Execution: Lead and coordinate propulsion fluids and structures test campaigns from setup through data delivery. Drive test readiness reviews manage test article configuration and hold the team accountable to campaign milestones. 

• Team Leadership: Hire develop and manage a team of engineers test technicians and site personnel. Foster a high-performance culture built on safety precision and urgency. 

• Safety and Range Safety: Own site safety for all hazardous operations including propellant handling pressurized systems high-energy testing and structural load applications. Develop and enforce safety plans procedures and emergency response protocols. Interface with range safety authorities and regulatory agencies as required. 

• Facility and Ground Support Equipment: Establish and oversee maintenance calibration and certification of test stands ground support equipment data acquisition systems and site infrastructure. Manage vendor relationships and service contracts to keep critical systems operational. 

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Serve as the primary interface between the test site and engineering quality and program management teams. Communicate test status anomalies site risks and resource needs clearly and proactively. 

• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure site operations comply with all applicable federal state and local regulations including FAA EPA and fire authority requirements. Maintain permits safety documentation and inspection records. 

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE 

• Test schedules executed with milestones met and acceptance/qualification delivered at required quality. 

• Efficiency and automation efforts measurably reduce turn time and increase throughput each iteration. 

• Capacity plans that maximize utilization minimize downtime while preventing bottlenecks. 

• High first-time yield at quality with reduced anomalies demonstrate process maturity. 

• Team engagement and technical excellence known across the organization. 

• Test processes that are scalable disciplined and trusted by stakeholders.  

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS 

• Technical degree in aerospace mechanical chemical or a relevant engineering or technical field 

• Significant experience in aerospace test operations including propulsion or fluids system testing 

• Proven experience managing a test site test team or remote operations facility 

• Deep understanding of hazardous materials handling pressurized systems safety and high-energy test protocols 

• Experience leading test readiness reviews and managing test campaigns end-to-end 

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities across multiple concurrent test programs 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• Master’s degree in mechanical aerospace chemical engineering or equivalent discipline. 

• Experience with multiple types of propulsion systems 

• Familiarity with data acquisition systems and test instrumentation 

• Experience interfacing with regulatory agencies and range safety authorities 

• Prior experience standing up or scaling a test facility 

• Active DoD clearance or ability to obtain one 

COMPENSATION

• Base Salary: 
  • Manager: $150000-$205000
  • Senior Manager: $165000-$230000
    

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

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

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

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

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

What We Do

Space was once the quietest place in the universe. Now it's crowded contested and confrontational.  We are True Anomaly: the only defense company focused exclusively on space defense. Founded in 2022 by ex-U.S. Space Force members True Anomaly designs and builds advanced systems for space superiority: agile and powerful spacecraft platforms mission software engineered for unmatched command and control and payloads tailored for precision sensing and effects.    True Anomaly is headquartered in Centennial CO with regional offices in Colorado Springs CO Long Beach CA and Washington D.C.  We are hiring and seeking exceptional talent to join True Anomaly from any technical industry or background to bring unique talents perspective and solutions. If you embrace complexity lead instead of follow showcase integrity over ego take ownership for outcomes and measure success by impact we want to hear from you.

Why Work With Us

True Anomaly exists to enable a secure stable and sustainable space environment for the US its allies and partners. We design and build spacecraft and software solutions for space superiority. If you are ready to contribute to the future of space defense we’d love to hear from you.

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