True Anomaly

Builds spacecraft and software for space defense

Operations Engineer 3 - Mission Operations

Spacecraft & Launch Vehicle SystemsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeColorado Springs, CO, USA

About the Job

Requirements

At least 5 years of spacecraft operations experience; experience leading a team of operators is preferred.
A bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field.
Experience coordinating across engineering and operations teams to translate mission requirements into executable procedures and system capabilities.
Ability to perform effectively with sound judgment and composure in high-pressure, real-time mission environments.
Eligibility for a Department of Defense Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information security clearance.
A master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Astrodynamics, or a related field is preferred.
Experience with Space Domain Awareness, including tracking, orbit determination, characterization, or behavior analysis of resident space objects, is preferred.
Prior experience with Rendezvous and Proximity Operations missions, on-orbit servicing, inspection, or multi-satellite constellation management is preferred.
Familiarity with national security space missions involving the Department of Defense or Intelligence Community and the broader Space Domain Awareness enterprise is preferred.
Experience with Guidance, Navigation, and Control concepts relevant to proximity operations, including relative navigation, maneuver planning, and safety zone management, is preferred.
Proficiency with astrodynamics tools such as AGI Systems Tool Kit, General Mission Analysis Tool, or equivalent for mission planning and simulation is preferred.
Experience developing flight procedures and operational concept documentation is preferred.
Experience with ground system architecture, command and telemetry processing, and real-time mission data systems is preferred.
Experience supporting hardware-in-the-loop or software-in-the-loop testing is preferred.
Experience with anomaly investigation, including fault tree analysis and corrective action reporting, is preferred.
Scripting or programming proficiency in Python, MATLAB, or a similar language to support integration of flight software, ground software, and operational processes is preferred.
An active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information clearance is preferred.
Candidates must be located near Colorado Springs for this onsite position.
Applicants must be U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents of the United States, protected individuals under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Responsibilities

Plan and execute simulated and live spacecraft missions across all mission phases, from early-orbit operations through complex Rendezvous and Proximity Operations taskings.
Develop, maintain, and continuously improve spacecraft operations procedures using expertise in flight software, spacecraft hardware, and ground systems to achieve mission objectives.
Monitor spacecraft telemetry and system health in real time during operations.
Identify on-orbit anomalies, lead anomaly-resolution planning, and drive corrective-action execution with engineering teams.
Conduct post-mission analysis and lessons-learned sessions to capture insights and improve operational processes, procedures, and products.
Perform orbit state determination for cooperative, non-cooperative, and uncooperative space vehicles and derive intent from observed behavior.
Provide subject-matter expertise to inform development and refinement of flight software and ground-system capabilities.
Collaborate with systems, Guidance, Navigation, and Control, flight software, ground software, and hardware engineering teams on vehicle development, integration, and testing activities.

Desired Qualifications

Experience leading a team of operators.
A master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Astrodynamics, or a related field.
Experience with Space Domain Awareness, including tracking, orbit determination, characterization, or behavior analysis of resident space objects.
Prior experience with Rendezvous and Proximity Operations missions, on-orbit servicing, inspection, or multi-satellite constellation management.
Familiarity with national security space missions involving the Department of Defense or Intelligence Community and the broader Space Domain Awareness enterprise.
Experience with Guidance, Navigation, and Control concepts relevant to proximity operations, including relative navigation, maneuver planning, and safety zone management.
Proficiency with astrodynamics tools such as AGI Systems Tool Kit, General Mission Analysis Tool, or equivalent for mission planning and simulation.
Experience developing flight procedures and operational concept documentation.
Experience with ground system architecture, command and telemetry processing, and real-time mission data systems.
Experience supporting hardware-in-the-loop or software-in-the-loop testing.
Experience with anomaly investigation, including fault tree analysis and corrective action reporting.
Scripting or programming proficiency in Python, MATLAB, or a similar language to support integration of flight software, ground software, and operational processes.
An active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information clearance.

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 building the next generation of space superiority capabilities for national security space. As an Operations Engineer 3, you will plan, simulate, and execute missions for our RPO-class spacecraft—operating at the cutting edge of what's possible on orbit. You'll own the full lifecycle of spacecraft operations, from developing and refining procedures to real-time mission execution, anomaly resolution, and post-mission analysis. Working at the intersection of operations and engineering, you'll bring deep technical expertise to bear on some of the most complex and consequential missions in space while directly shaping the tools and systems that make them possible.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Plan and execute both simulated and live spacecraft missions across all mission phases, from early-orbit operations through complex Rendezvous and Proximity Operations (RPO) taskings
Develop, maintain, and continuously improve spacecraft operations procedures, drawing on deep expertise in flight software, spacecraft hardware, and ground systems to achieve mission objectives
Monitor spacecraft telemetry and system health in real time during operations
Identify on-orbit anomalies, lead anomaly resolution planning, and drive execution of corrective actions in coordination with engineering teams
Conduct post-mission analysis and lessons-learned sessions to capture insights and drive continuous improvement of operational processes, procedures, and products
Perform orbit state determination for cooperative, non-cooperative, and uncooperative space vehicles (SVs) and derive intent from observed behaviors
Provide subject matter expertise (SME) to inform the development and refinement of flight software and ground system capabilities
Collaborate with cross-functional teams—including systems, GNC, flight software, ground software, and hardware engineering—to support vehicle development, integration, and test activities

QUALIFICATIONS

5+ years of spacecraft operations experience, preferably leading a team of operators
Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field
Experience coordinating across engineering and operations teams to translate mission requirements into executable procedures and system capabilities
Demonstrated ability to perform effectively in high-pressure, real-time mission environments with sound judgment and composure
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Eligibility for a DoD Top Secret/SCI security clearance

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Astrodynamics, or a related field
Experience with Space Domain Awareness (SDA), including tracking, orbit determination, characterization, and/or behavior analysis of resident space objects
Prior experience with RPO missions, on-orbit servicing, inspection, or multi-satellite constellation management
Familiarity with national security space missions (DoD and/or IC) and the broader space domain awareness (SDA) enterprise
Experience with GNC concepts relevant to proximity operations, including relative navigation, maneuver planning, and safety zone management
Proficiency with astrodynamics tools (e.g., AGI STK, GMAT, or equivalent) for mission planning and simulation
Experience developing flight procedures and operational concept documentation
Experience with ground system architecture, command and telemetry processing, and real-time mission data systems
Experience supporting hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) or software-in-the-loop (SIL) testing
Experience with anomaly investigation, including fault tree analysis and corrective action reporting
Scripting or programming proficiency (Python, MATLAB, or similar) to support integration of flight software, ground software, and operational processes
Active TS/SCI clearance

COMPENSATION

Base Salary: $105,000 - $150,000
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 Colorado Springs. This is an onsite position.
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.

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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.

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About the Company

True Anomaly

Builds spacecraft and software for space defense

True Anomaly builds spacecraft and mission software for US and allied defense organizations operating in space. Its Jackal autonomous orbital vehicle carries sensors that detect, track and image other spacecraft, then maneuvers to perform rendezvous and proximity operations. Operators use Mosaic to plan missions, simulate maneuvers, send commands and review data from satellites and ground systems while retaining control over autonomous actions. The company develops and manufactures its hardware in the United States and supplies spacecraft, payloads and software through defense programs and contracts. True Anomaly was founded in 2022 and is headquartered in Centennial, Colorado.

Company size: 201-500
Company stage: Debt Financing
Total funding: $1B
Headquarters: Centennial, CO
Founded: 2022

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