Senior Manufacturing Propulsion Engineer

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. They safeguard global security by ensuring space access and sustainability for all.
$138,000 - $170,000
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Senior Software Engineer
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5+ years of experience
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Description For Senior Manufacturing Propulsion Engineer

True Anomaly is seeking a creative Senior Manufacturing Propulsion Engineer to develop, test, and build new propulsion systems. In this role, you will work with a multi-disciplinary product team to rapidly develop and produce innovative propulsion systems for spacecraft.

The company's mission is to safeguard global security by ensuring space access and sustainability for all. They build innovative technology at the intersection of spacecraft, software, and AI to enhance the capabilities of the U.S., its allies, and commercial partners.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Collaborating with a product-focused team of mechanical, electrical, software, and automation engineers
  • Designing mechanical systems and components using CAD models (Solidworks)
  • Developing detailed piece part and assembly drawings
  • Assembling and testing development and flight propulsion systems
  • Leading manufacturing and test schedules for in-house propulsion system integration
  • Setting up and leading production of complex N2H4 and MON3 systems

The ideal candidate will have:

  • A Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering (Master's preferred)
  • 5+ years of professional experience in space propulsion (10+ years preferred)
  • Knowledge of materials, cleaning, orbital tube welding, and leak testing
  • Proficiency in CAD tools such as Solidworks
  • Experience with propulsion subcomponent development, design, and testing
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work autonomously and in a multidisciplinary team

This role offers a competitive salary range of $138,000-$170,000, along with equity and comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, 401K, and parental leave. The position requires the ability to maintain or obtain TS//SCI clearance and will be fully onsite at the GravityWorks factory in Centennial, CO.

Join True Anomaly to be part of the new space race and contribute to innovative technology that solves the next generation of engineering, manufacturing, and operational challenges for space security and sustainability.

Last updated 2 months ago

Responsibilities For Senior Manufacturing Propulsion Engineer

  • Work with a product focused team including mechanical, electrical, software, and automation engineers to rapidly develop revolutionary propulsion systems
  • Design mechanical systems and components including creating CAD models and production using Solidworks
  • Design and develop detail piece part and assembly drawings
  • Assemble and test development and flight propulsion systems
  • Lead manufacturing and test schedules for integration of propulsion systems in house
  • Set up and lead propulsion production of complex N2H4 and MON3 systems

Requirements For Senior Manufacturing Propulsion Engineer

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  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering with training in analysis of structures and fluids
  • Knowledge of materials, cleaning, orbital tube welding, leak testing in compliance with SSCMAN 91-170
  • 5+ years of professional experience in space propulsion
  • Demonstrated excellence in mechanical, pneumatic, hypergolic systems test and manufacturing environments
  • Experience with propulsion subcomponent or pressurized components development, design and test
  • Proficiency in CAD tools such as Solidworks
  • Passion for the space industry
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a multidisciplinary team
  • Demonstrated ability to work autonomously with little input on requirements or management oversight
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to maintain or obtain TS//SCI clearance

Benefits For Senior Manufacturing Propulsion Engineer

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Parental Leave
Equity
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • HRA/HSA options
  • PTO and paid holidays
  • 401K
  • Parental Leave
  • Equity

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