Principal Mechanical Engineer at True Anomaly

Denver, Colorado, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Aerospace, SpaceIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
12+ years of professional experience in Space Mechanisms (required)
Mastery in CAD tools, such as SolidWorks
Demonstrated excellence in mechanical GD&T
Experience with configuration control, MES and PLM tools
Demonstrated ability to work and lead a multidisciplinary team of engineers in a fast-paced environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Passion for the space industry

Responsibilities

Lead the design, analysis, and optimization of mechanical systems and structures for advanced satellites, ensuring they meet performance, weight, and reliability requirements
Develop detailed and organized 3D CAD models for spacecraft components, subsystems, and assemblies
Create detailed piece part and assembly drawings of flight components
Support build/assembly and test campaigns of flight systems
Work collaboratively with structural, thermal, and propulsion teams during analyses to validate designs and ensure compliance with mission requirements
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance design efficiency, manufacturability, and system performance
End-to-end development of mechanical structures, from concept and prototyping to qualification and flight hardware delivery

Skills

SolidWorks

GD&T

PLM

MES

Configuration Control

Space Mechanisms

Mechanical Design

CAD Modeling

Assembly Drawings

True Anomaly

Integrates AI and software into spacecraft

About True Anomaly

True Anomaly specializes in advanced technology that integrates spacecraft, software, and AI to enhance space capabilities for the U.S., its allies, and commercial partners, with a focus on global security and sustainable space access.

Denver, ColoradoHeadquarters

2022Year Founded

$137.8MTotal Funding

SERIES_BCompany Stage

Aerospace, DefenseIndustries

51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

Hybrid Work Options

Risks

Competition from established aerospace companies threatens True Anomaly's market share.

Rapid technological advancements require costly R&D investments to stay competitive.

Recent layoffs may affect employee morale and hinder future growth and innovation.

Differentiation

True Anomaly focuses on space security at the intersection of spacecraft, software, and autonomy.

The Jackal AOV and Mosaic platform showcase advanced autonomous space vehicle capabilities.

True Anomaly's high delta-V propulsion system enhances multi-orbit operational readiness.

Upsides

Increased demand for autonomous space vehicles aligns with True Anomaly's Mosaic platform.

U.S. Space Force's focus on tactically responsive missions benefits True Anomaly's Jackal vehicle.

Public-private partnerships in space defense offer more contract opportunities for True Anomaly.

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