Job Description
Space is a warfighting domain. True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build the technology that secures it.
OUR MISSION
True Anomaly delivers decisive capabilities for space superiority. We build autonomous spacecraft advanced payloads mission software and space-based interceptors — enabling the U.S. and its Allies to secure the space environment and counter threats from the ultimate high ground.
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.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform mission design activities and trade studies of various RPO navigation and control architectures and algorithms
- Design and develop robust RPO estimation optimization fault detection and scheduling algorithms in C++
- Test and verify algorithms via software and hardware in the loop simulation
- Perform statistical analysis (Monte Carlo linear covariance analysis) to support proximity operations performance characterization
- Work with the Space Operations team to integrate RPO plans and support post-flight analysis
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering or similar discipline
- Experienced with C/C++ and Python
- 2+ years of experience with RPO mission design
- Demonstrated ability to work in a multidisciplinary team and solve complex problems with first principles approaches
- Passion for spaceflight and advancing capabilities related to space domain awareness and space security
- U.S. Citizen and eligible for DoD Secret or TS/SCI clearance
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- Master’s or PhD in aerospace engineering or similar discipline
- 2+ years of professional experience writing high-reliability production C/C++ code
- Deep technical expertise in one or more of the following: spacecraft relative navigation astrodynamics estimation theory trajectory optimization planning and scheduling algorithms
COMPENSATION
- Base Salary: $90000 - $250000
- Equity + Benefits including Health Dental Vision HRA/HSA options PTO and paid holidays 401K Parental Leave
Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills education location and experience.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Work Location— This is an onsite position successful candidates will be located near Long Beach CA or Denver CO.
- 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
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.
True Anomaly is committed to equal employment opportunity on any basis protected by applicable state and federal laws. If you have a disability or additional need that requires accommodation please do not hesitate to let us.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering or similar discipline
- 2+ years of experience with RPO mission design
- Experienced with C/C++ and Python
- Demonstrated ability to work in a multidisciplinary team
- U.S. Citizen and eligible for DoD Secret or TS/SCI clearance
True Anomaly Compensation & Benefits Highlights
- Healthcare Strength—Healthcare is described as 100% employer-sponsored and comprehensive including medical dental and vision. Options such as HSA/HRA are also referenced reinforcing strong core coverage.
- Equity Value & Accessibility—Equity is a standard part of the package positioning employees to share in company ownership. Company and job materials consistently include stock options alongside cash compensation.
- Leave & Time Off Breadth—Materials highlight generous time off and paid holidays with references to flexible time off/PTO. Generous parental leave is also cited complemented by an onsite mother’s room.
True Anomaly Insights
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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Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.
We are a hybrid office culture. Our employees work from offices in Denver Colorado Springs Los Angeles and Washington D.C. We recognize the importance of in-office collaboration but also the value of a flexible work and location requirements
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