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 autono…
Skills: Systems Engineering, Ground Control Systems, Requirements Development, System Architecture, Integration and Verification
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 autono…
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 autono…
Skills: Construction Management, People Management, Project Management, Pricing and Estimating, Scheduling
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 autono…
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 autono…
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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 autono…
Skills: People Business Partnering, Strategic Leadership, Organizational Design, Talent Management, Performance Calibration
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 autono…
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 autono…
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 autono…
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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 autono…
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 autono…
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 autono…
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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 autono…
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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 autono…
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 autono…
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 autono…
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 autono…
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$125k–$235k/yr
Full-time
bachelor degree, postgraduate degree
Equity, Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, HRA/HSA Options, Paid Time Off
Posted 14h ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Define and implement mission requirements for satellite command and control ground systems to support national defense initiatives. Lead system trade studies, integration planning, and risk assessments while collaborating with cross-functional teams and government stakeholders.
Requirements
Requires 8+ years of experience in ground control systems lifecycle and a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or a related engineering field. Must be a U.S. citizen eligible for DoD TS/SCI or TS/SAP security clearance.
Full job description
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 a Senior Systems Engineer to join our team in developing and integrating cutting-edge aerospace and defense systems. In this role you will play a critical role in defining, analyzing, and ensuring the successful implementation of mission requirements across our satellite command and control ground system, supporting critical space operations for national defense initiatives. You will perform requirements development, traceability, and verification across command and control infrastructure, telemetry and tracking systems, and ground station networks. You work closely with cross-functional teams while conducting impact analyses for changes, ensuring design integrity across the system, supporting integration and test planning, performing risk assessments, and leading design reviews.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The Systems Engineering team supports multiple programs and disciplines. We are seeking talented, flexible engineers with varying skillsets. As a member of this team, you may:
Collaborate with customers, stakeholders, and internal teams to define and document mission objectives, system requirements, and operational concepts.
Translate customer and mission needs into actionable engineering solutions, ensuring alignment with technical and programmatic constraints.
Lead system trade studies, performance evaluations, and feasibility assessments to ensure optimal system architecture design.
Prepare detailed technical reports, presentations, and documentation for internal and external stakeholders, including government agencies and customers.
Develop system-level integration and verification plans, conducting end-to-end testing to validate mission requirements.
Coordinate with subsystem teams to troubleshoot and resolve integration challenges, ensuring mission readiness.
Support mission operations teams during testing and real-time mission execution.
Conduct system performance analysis, including reliability, safety, and mission effectiveness, under various environmental conditions.
Assess mission success criteria and operational risks and propose mitigation strategies.
Identify and analyze mission risks related to satellite command and control operations, including system latency, data integrity and operational uncertainties.
Develop mitigation strategies and contingency plans for safe and reliable mission execution.
QUALIFICATIONS
8+ years full lifecycle experience leading ground control systems through design, test, and verification
Familiarity with integrating space-to-ground systems requiring Type 1 encryption
Experience with commercial and government-provided Antenna-as-a-Service (AaaS) solutions
Understanding of the Tasking, Collection, Processing, Exploitation, and Dissemination (TCPED) lifecycle as applied to ground control systems
Understanding of modulation, demodulation, encoding, and decoding as part of the command and control (C2) signal chain
Experience with system deployment, integration, and ATO support in accordance with the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and NIST SP 800-53 security controls
Strong technical leadership and systems architecture experience
Proven leadership in design, analysis, and verification on a major aerospace program
Strong analytical and communication skills, with ability to lead technical trades
Ability to lead cross-functional technical teams and coordinate across hardware and software boundaries
Bachelors Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or related field
U.S. Citizen and eligible for DoD TS/SCI or TS/SAP U.S. government security clearance.
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Advanced degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering
Strong track record leading cross-functional engineering teams and managing design-to-delivery cycles
Demonstrated expertise with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
Background in range certification, test readiness reviews, and safety boards
Active TS/SCI clearance
Experience in defense or classified satellite ground systems programs.
Familiarity with U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) and NASA mission standards and processes
Experience working with government agencies, primes, or subcontractors on satellite command and control systems.
COMPENSATION
Base Salary: $125,000-$235,000
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 Centennial, CO 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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Delivering decisive capabilities for space superiority.
Industry
Defense and Space Manufacturing
Company size
201-500 employees
Founded
2022
Headquarters
Englewood, Colorado
LinkedIn followers
62,347
Total funding
$1.1B
True Anomaly is the only defense technology company focused exclusively on space defense.
Founded in 2022 by ex-U.S. Space Force members, True Anomaly designs and builds advanced systems for space superiority: agile and powerful spacecraft platforms, mission software engineered for unmatched command and control, and payloads tailored for precision sensing and effects.
We are headquartered in Centennial, Colorado, with regional offices in Colorado Springs, Colorado, Long Beach, California, and Washington, D.C.
We are hiring and seeking exceptional talent to join True Anomaly, from any technical industry or background, to bring unique talents, perspective, and solutions. If you embrace complexity, demonstrate relentless ownership, have the resiliency and persistence to overcome challenges.
If you’re like us and want your work to carry purpose and shape the future of space, visit www.WhyAreYouHere.com.
Offices: 12250 E Arapahoe Rd, Englewood, Colorado 80112, US · 853 New Jersey Ave SE, Washington, District of Columbia 20003, US · 517 S Cascade Ave, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80903, US · 3833 McGowen St, Long Beach, California 90808, US
Delivering decisive capabilities for space superiority.
Industry
Defense and Space Manufacturing
Company size
201-500 employees
Founded
2022
Headquarters
Englewood, Colorado
LinkedIn followers
62,347
Total funding
$1.1B
True Anomaly is the only defense technology company focused exclusively on space defense.
Founded in 2022 by ex-U.S. Space Force members, True Anomaly designs and builds advanced systems for space superiority: agile and powerful spacecraft platforms, mission software engineered for unmatched command and control, and payloads tailored for precision sensing and effects.
We are headquartered in Centennial, Colorado, with regional offices in Colorado Springs, Colorado, Long Beach, California, and Washington, D.C.
We are hiring and seeking exceptional talent to join True Anomaly, from any technical industry or background, to bring unique talents, perspective, and solutions. If you embrace complexity, demonstrate relentless ownership, have the resiliency and persistence to overcome challenges.
If you’re like us and want your work to carry purpose and shape the future of space, visit www.WhyAreYouHere.com.
Offices: 12250 E Arapahoe Rd, Englewood, Colorado 80112, US · 853 New Jersey Ave SE, Washington, District of Columbia 20003, US · 517 S Cascade Ave, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80903, US · 3833 McGowen St, Long Beach, California 90808, US