Test Engineer

YOUR MISSION 

We are seeking highly motivated Test Engineers to support the design planning and execution of test campaigns for aerospace defense systems. You will work closely with engineers program managers and technical teams to ensure that systems meet performance environmental and mission-critical requirements. In this role you will develop test plans execute tests collect data analyze results and ensure that the systems meet all specifications. The position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge aerospace technologies in a fast-paced mission-driven environment. 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Define and lead test strategies for major programs including requirements verification procedure development and execution oversight.  

• Author and review test documentation including plans procedures readiness reports and compliance matrices.  

• Analyze complex test data resolve anomalies and lead root cause investigations and corrective actions.  

• Oversee test campaigns involving multiple disciplines (thermal structural electromagnetic interference/electromagnetic compatibility functional) and ensure full traceability to system requirements.  

• Serve as the technical point of contact for internal and external test-related communications.  

• Interface with program leadership customers and regulatory bodies during design reviews and formal test events.  

• Ensure compliance with industry and military standards for test planning and reporting.  

QUALIFICATIONS 

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant engineering field. 

• Years of relevant experience in test engineering for aerospace defense or high-reliability systems in line with engineering level. 

• Knowledge of environmental and performance test methodologies and standards.  

• Experience leading complex test campaigns and multidisciplinary teams.  

• Strong background in data analysis systems engineering and failure analysis.  

• Excellent communication leadership and technical documentation skills.  

• U.S. Citizenship required due to government contracts.  

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE 

• Master's or higher degree in relevant engineering field. 

• Expertise with data acquisition test automation and scripting (LabVIEW Python MATLAB).  

• Experience with test standards such as MIL-STD-810 DO-160 or NASA/DoD specs.  

• Experience working in classified or secure test environments.  

• Active Secret or Top Secret clearance. 

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS 

Base Salary: 

• Test Engineer 1: $70000-$95000
• Test Engineer 2:  $85000-$115000
• Test Engineer 3: $110000-$145000
• Senior Test Engineer: $135000-$185000

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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