Principal Propulsion Engineer

Overview

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.

The peaceful use of space is essential for continued prosperity on Earthfrom 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 mission and values guide our work : we aim to be the offset, ask what it would take, and recognize that the people are our competitive advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, analysis, and optimization of propulsion systems and components for advanced satellites, ensuring they meet performance and reliability requirements.
• Build propulsion team skillsets and capabilities, including new design initiatives, staff planning and hiring, and direct mentorship.
• Develop documentation and best practices across engineering team including analysis tools, process documentation, and design release templates.
• Support spacecraft propulsion design and build from concept to flight.
• Review models and drawings from top level down to piece parts as needed.
• Support staffing and resource loading for build / assembly and test campaigns of flight systems.
• Work collaboratively with structural, mechanical, thermal, and avionics teams to validate designs and ensure compliance with mission requirements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance design efficiency, manufacturability, and system performance.
• Present content to internal and external customers.

Qualifications

Preferred Skills and Experience

Compensation

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

Additional Requirements

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

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including ITAR, you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

True Anomaly is committed to equal employment opportunity. If you have a disability or additional need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

Equal Employment Opportunity

True Anomaly does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status under applicable state and federal laws. If you believe you belong to a protected category, you may respond to voluntary self-identification surveys. Any information provided will be kept confidential and used solely for compliance with equal opportunity reporting requirements.

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