Head of Avionics @ True Anomaly

A new space race has begun. True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build innovative technology that solves the next generation of engineering, manufacturing, and operational challenges for space security and sustainability.

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

As True Anomaly’s Avionics Leader, you will spearhead the development of cutting-edge objective avionics systems, integrating hardware electronics, embedded software and FPGA technologies to drive the future of aerospace innovation.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Your duties include working across multiple True Anomaly engineering teams to drive technical decisions that will enable the successful design, development, acquisition, and integration of avionics.
Facilitate system and requirements design, including make/buy, cost/risk/performance trades for next generation of Spacecraft avionics.
Lead team of embedded flight software, electrical designers and EGSE for avionics
Architect, design and own the fabrication and certification of avionics test racks including hardware in the loop and software in the loop (HIL/SIL) platforms
Design, development, test and operations of digital and analog circuits, including DI, DO, AI, AO, and communications/bus/harness interconnects of RS-422, 485, Ethernet, USB, SPI, LVDS, LVCMOS
Owns fault detection and response between electronics, FSW and components across the Spacecraft.
You will report to the VP of Space Systems.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum of 10+ years of experience with advanced spacecraft avionics design and development programs. Must have strong experience supporting spacecraft integration and test in a fast-paced environment.
Experience in full life-cycle development of spacecraft and / or satellite avionics hardware, integration and test and mission operations support.
Understanding of various space environments as it relates to avionics design to ensure radiation hardness, tolerance and reliability.
Understanding of failure models and spaceflight electrical components.
Experience and understanding of spacecraft flight software architectures, design and engineering.
Proven track record leading and managing complex technical projects with tight deadlines.
Experience with development in mission and safety-critical environments.

COMPENSATION

Base Salary: $260,000-$330,000
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, and experience

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.

We value diversity of experience, knowledge, backgrounds and perspectives and harness these qualities to create extraordinary impact. True Anomaly is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of sex, race, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, citizenship, marital, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, maternity or related condition (including breastfeeding) or any other basis as protected by applicable law. If you have a disability or additional need that requires accommodation, please do not hesitate to let us know.

Head of Avionics

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