Spacecraft Chief Engineer

True Anomaly is seeking a Spacecraft Chief Engineer for their GEO spacecraft build. As the technical authority of the Jackal for GEO spacecraft, you will provide assessments of requirements, design, risks, and schedule with Program Managers and engineering owners. You'll identify gaps between requirements, design, manufacturing, operations, and facility solutions across the lifecycle build. You'll assess and approve technical completion and compliance at major program reviews, provide innovative design processes, and advise teams on flight and ground architectures. Leadership and mentorship in coordinating design, analysis, and systems engineering processes are key responsibilities. You'll oversee production and delivery of Jackal spacecrafts and report to the Vice President of Space Systems.

True Anomaly builds innovative technology at the intersection of spacecraft, software, and AI to enhance capabilities for the U.S., its allies, and commercial partners. They safeguard global security by ensuring space access and sustainability for all. The company values creativity, ingenuity, challenging assumptions, and teamwork.

Qualifications include:

• 10+ years of advanced spacecraft design, development, test, and analysis experience
• Full life-cycle development experience with spacecraft and/or satellite flight systems
• Experience designing, deploying, and supporting multiple complete flight systems
• Experience in mission and safety-critical environments
• Proven track record of building and managing high-performing spacecraft engineering teams
• Leadership experience in a space development environment

The compensation package includes a base salary range of $220,000 - $285,000, plus equity and benefits such as health, dental, vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO, paid holidays, 401K, and parental leave.

This position requires U.S. citizenship or permanent residency due to government space technology export regulations. True Anomaly values diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity.