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True Anomaly

Space Operations Engineer

True Anomaly, Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States, 80509

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Overview Join to apply for the Space Operations Engineer role at True Anomaly.

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.

Our mission: The peaceful use of space is essential for continued prosperity on Earth—from 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 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 looking for a candidate with a passion for learning and employing on-orbit space vehicles to solve complex mission objectives. In this role you will directly influence the design and implementation of unique mission assets, and gain experience at every phase of the spacecraft program including design, launch, on-orbit test and checkout, mission execution, and customer training. The company culture is one of innovation and speed, so if you are looking for a place that allows you to reach your full potential, this is the job to consider.

Responsibilities

Conducting on-orbit space vehicle operations

Performing mission planning and risk analysis

Delivering high-level briefings with recommended courses of action

Developing and maintaining operational procedures and processes

Creating and delivering training products

Investigating and diagnosing unexpected system performance

Leading anomaly resolution

Supporting system maintenance coordination and execution

Basic Qualifications

Clearance: Ability to maintain or obtain a TS/SCI clearance

BS degree in Aerospace Engineering or equivalent discipline with 2 to 4 years of experience

Basic understanding of the space domain and orbital mechanics

Ability to develop and maintain operational procedures and training materials

Experience with creating and presenting briefings

Ability to occasionally work odd and/or extended hours

Experience making decisions in high pressure environments

Ability to maintain composure in stressful situations

Preferred Skills And Experience

MS degree in aerospace engineering or equivalent discipline

Strong technical background in orbital mechanics and astrodynamics

Operational space experience with rendezvous and proximity operations (RPO) or formation flight

Expertise with the mission planning process

Experience as an instructor or evaluator

Experience in modeling, simulation, and analysis

Experience with analysis, troubleshooting, and anomaly resolution of operational systems

Experience working with DoD customers

Able to identify and solve complex problems with little to no supervision or direction

Compensation

Base Salary: $100,000 - $135,000

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, and experience

Additional Requirements

Work Location—75% On-site office work is expected with hardware and flexible design work hours including remote work.

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.

Clearance: Ability to maintain or obtain a TS/SCI clearance

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 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.

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