Best suited to mechanical engineers with 2-4 years of experience working in spaceflight hardware development, particularly those with hands-on skills in actuation systems and CAD design.
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Original posting from True Anomaly via Greenhouse
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.
BENEFITS & PERKS*
Best-in-class healthcare: 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, with HSA/HRA options
Generous time off: Flexible Time Off (FTO) for exempt employees, accrued PTO of up to 25 days for non-exempt employees, plus 12 paid holidays; Parental Leave; Sick Leave
Fuel for your day: Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks for in-office employees
And more: 401(k) retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, and Dog Fridays
Equity participation: Equity is included as part of our total compensation package, giving you an opportunity to share in the company’s success.
*Do not apply to fixed term and temporary roles
YOUR MISSION
True Anomaly is seeking a motivated and hands-on Mechanisms Engineer II to join our Mechanisms team, reporting to the Mechanisms Engineering Manager. In this role, you will be a key contributor to the design, development, build, and test of precision motor-driven actuation systems for our orbital platforms. You will work across the full hardware development lifecycle — from concept and CAD design through analysis, fabrication support, integration, and test — and develop your skills in a fast-paced environment where your work directly impacts spaceflight hardware.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Design and develop precision mechanical components and assemblies for spacecraft actuation systems using CAD tools
Perform mechanical analysis including stress, fatigue, tolerance stack-up, and kinematic analysis to validate designs
Support the selection and integration of motors, bearings, gears, and other drivetrain components into mechanism assemblies
Generate engineering drawings, BOMs, and fabrication documentation to support manufacturing and procurement
Support mechanism assembly, integration, and test activities including functional testing, environmental test campaigns, and troubleshooting
Collaborate with motor control, avionics, and systems engineering teams to ensure mechanism designs meet system-level interface and performance requirements
Assist with trade studies and design reviews, contributing analysis and design documentation
Develop and maintain design documentation including specifications, test plans, and analysis reports
Support continuous improvement of mechanisms engineering processes and practices
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
2-4 years of professional experience in mechanical design and development
Proficiency with 3D CAD tools (SolidWorks preferred)
Experience generating engineering drawings and fabrication documentation
Familiarity with mechanical analysis methods including stress, tolerance stack-up, and kinematic analysis
Demonstrated ability to work hands-on with hardware through build, integration, and test activities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Experience with precision mechanisms, actuators, or motor-driven assemblies
Familiarity with spacecraft environmental requirements including thermal, vacuum, vibration, and radiation
Knowledge of materials selection and surface treatment for space applications
Experience with FEA tools (ANSYS, NASTRAN, or similar)
Familiarity with GD&T and tolerance analysis methods
Experience working in a fast-paced, startup environment or a similarly dynamic setting
COMPENSATION
Base Salary: $90,000 - $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, location, and experience.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Work Location—Successful candidates will be located near Centennial, CO or 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 know.