Staff Spacecraft Systems Engineer

Full time @True Anomaly posted 2 days ago in Engineering

Denver, CO View on Map
Post Date : June 4, 2025
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Job Detail

Job ID 26740
Experience 7 Years
Qualifications Degree Bachelor

Job Description

“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 seeking an experienced Staff Spacecraft Systems Engineer to lead the development and implementation of complex space systems. This role requires a systems-thinking approach to manage the entire spacecraft lifecycle, from initial concept development through on-orbit operations. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong technical leadership and the ability to coordinate across multiple engineering disciplines.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for spacecraft systems engineering aspects throughout the full mission lifecycle, including:
Initial concept development and mission architecture design
Mission analysis and trade studies
Concept of Operations (CONOPS) definition
Requirements decomposition and allocation
Interface requirements definition
Requirements verification and validation
Integration and test operations support
Anomaly resolution and system optimization
Lead the implementation and monitoring of:
Requirements management processes and tools
Risk, issues, and opportunity management
Verification and Validation artifacts
Develop and maintain critical system budgets including power, mass, link margins, pointing, and thermal
Applies an interdisciplinary, collaborative approach to plan, design, develop and verify a lifecycle balanced solution for space systems
Participate in software integration and test activities to verify mission functionality pre-deployment
Analyze technical data and verify system configurations against operational requirements
Establish and improve systems engineering processes and best practices
Ensure the quality and integrity of operational products, including procedures, tools, and system configurations
QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s Degree in Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical, Software or related engineering discipline
Minimum of 10 years of directly relevant aerospace industry experience
Demonstrated expertise in:
Spacecraft systems engineering principles and techniques
Requirements analysis, flow-down, and verification
Power, mass, and other system budget development and maintenance
Configuration management
Satellite integration and test processes
Strong understanding of spacecraft subsystem functions and interfaces
Proven experience with program management principles and tools
Excellence in leadership and technical communication
Experience with verification and validation processes
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Master’s Degree in Aerospace or other relevant engineering or science discipline
Greater than 7 years professional experience in spacecraft systems engineering
Direct experience with one or more spacecraft programs and missions. Experience with a full life-cycle from concept to on-orbit operations
Experience with common analysis tools such as Matlab/Simulink, Python, STK, etc.
Technical leadership experience, including requirements V&V, delegation and management of technical tasks, and responsible engineering authority (REA) experience.
COMPENSATION

Base Salary: $170,000-$230,000
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 Denver. 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.”