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.
YOUR MISSION
We are seeking a talented and motivated Systems Test Engineer to join our growing team. In this role you will lead and support the integration and verification of advanced space vehicle systems ensuring all subsystems perform reliably together in demanding aerospace environments. You will be responsible for planning executing and documenting integration and system-level tests collaborating closely with design hardware and software teams.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the integration bring-up and testing of hardware and software subsystems throughout the space vehicle production lifecycle.
- Drive system-level validation and testing campaigns on engineering and qualification hardware including electrical mechanical structural propulsion and avionics to ensure sustained system functionality and reliability.
- Plan develop and execute comprehensive integration and test procedures for multidisciplinary systems and subsystems including hardware software and communication interfaces.
- Develop and implement test plans and strategies for hardware development programs coordinating across engineering functions.
- Lead troubleshooting and failure investigations at subsystem and system level rapidly identifying root causes and coordinating solutions across functional teams.
- Define requirements success criteria and interface controls for multidisciplinary system integration activities.
- Ensure all test activities results and system builds are thoroughly documented and configuration controlled to support traceability and future missions.
- Participate in requirement reviews design reviews system readiness checkpoints and integration readiness reviews.
- Support system verification and validation activities across various test platforms.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering Computer Engineering Aerospace Engineering or related field.
- Years of experience in system integration and/or test engineering for aerospace applications (spaceflight satellites spacecraft or similar) in line with engineering level.
- Practical experience with integration and verification of various hardware and software subsystems such as Power Comms (CAN UART RS-422 Ethernet) GNC (GPS/IMUs) RF systems and/or Propulsion.
- Hands-on experience with system-level test equipment (DMMs oscilloscopes DAQs signal generators flow meters leak detection equipment etc.).
- Proficient in developing test plans requirements tracing test scripts (Python MATLAB or similar) and test automation tools.
- Strong troubleshooting skills across hardware software and embedded systems.
- Solid understanding of space-relevant avionics qualification and acceptance standards (e.g. NASA-STD-8739.4 ECSS MIL-STD-1540 MIL-STD-883 NASA GEVS or similar).
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with space vehicle or satellite bus integration & test processes.
- Knowledge of system safety fault management and redundancy in space vehicle architectures.
- Experience with environmental and EMI/EMC testing.
- Familiarity with configuration management requirements management and issue tracking tools.
- Previous work with mission operations or on-orbit test and diagnosis is a plus.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Base Salary:
- Systems Test Engineer 1: $85000-$105000
- Systems Test Engineer 2: $100000-$120000
- SystemsTest Engineer 3: $125000-$155000
- Senior Systems Test Engineer: $140000-$200000
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 Long Beach CA. While we observe a hybrid work environment some work must be done on site.
- Work environment—the work environment; temperature noise level inside or outside or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.
- Physical demands—the physical demands of the job including bending sitting lifting and driving.
This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application please follow the directions below. #LI-Onsite
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 Electrical Engineering Computer Engineering Aerospace Engineering or related field
- Experience in system integration and/or test engineering for aerospace applications
- Practical experience with integration of hardware and software subsystems
- Hands-on experience with system-level test equipment
- Proficiency in developing test plans tracing requirements and test automation
- Strong troubleshooting skills across hardware and software
- Understanding of avionics qualification and acceptance standards
True Anomaly Compensation & Benefits Highlights
- Affordable Benefits—Employer-paid healthcare is described as fully covered with no employee premiums reducing paycheck deductions. Dental and vision coverage alongside HSA/HRA/FSA options further help manage out-of-pocket medical costs.
- Leave & Time Off Breadth—Time off is characterized as generous including a substantial PTO allotment plus U.S. holidays. Flexible time-off policies and hybrid scheduling further support recharge and flexibility.
- Parental & Family Support—Parental leave is described as generous and a dedicated mother’s room is provided. These provisions indicate tangible support for growing families.
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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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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