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 highly motivated Hardware and Environments 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

Taking ownership of test strategies, including requirements verification, procedure development, and execution with minimal oversight.

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

Set up test equipment and hardware, collect and compile test data, and generate test reports in accordance with procedures.

Identify anomalies, contribute to root cause investigations, and nonconformances

Capable of working with multiple engineering disciplines (thermal, structural, electrical, fluids, etc.) and developing testing system requirements.

Uphold safety protocols of test execution and maintaining compliance with all facility requirements throughout testing cycle.

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

Interface with multiple cross functional teams and programs, technicians, customers, and regulatory bodies during design reviews and Test Readiness Reviews.

Develop operational manuals for test equipment

QUALIFICATIONS

U.S. Citizenship required.

Bachelor’s degree in relevant engineering field.

Able to obtain and maintain a Secret or Top Secret clearance.

Excellent communication, leadership, and technical documentation skills.

Relevant experience in hardware test engineering for aerospace, defense, or high-reliability systems in line with engineering level.

Demonstrated experience or strong interest in safely handling, operating, and testing flight hardware.

Experience of data collection and analysis.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Master's or higher degree in relevant engineering field.

Knowledge of environmental and performance test methodologies and standards.

Experience with data acquisition, test automation, and scripting (LabVIEW, Python, MATLAB).

Active Secret or Top Secret clearance.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Base Salary:

Test Engineer 1: $85,000-$105,000

Test Engineer 2: $100,000-$120,000

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— 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

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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