Propulsion Development Engineer II
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<div class="content-intro"><p class="ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message">Space is a warfighting domain. True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build the technology that secures it.</p>
<p class="ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message"><u>OUR MISSION</u></p>
<p class="ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message">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.</p>
<p class="ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message"><u>OUR VALUES</u></p>
<ul>
<li class="ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message"><strong>Be the offset.</strong><span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span>We create asymmetric advantages with creativity and ingenuity.</li>
<li class="ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message"><strong>What would it take?</strong>&nbsp;We challenge assumptions to deliver ambitious results.</li>
<li class="ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message"><strong>It’s the people.</strong>&nbsp;Our team is our competitive advantage and we are better together.</li>
</ul></div><p><u>YOUR MISSION</u></p>
<p><span class="TextRun SCXW92046253 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW92046253 BCX0">As a&nbsp;Propulsion Development&nbsp;Engineer at True Anomaly, you will be an integral contributor to the buildout and early operations of our new Denver Front Range propulsion test facility. Working directly alongside our Propulsion Development and Test&nbsp;team, you will support the full arc of facility development — from requirements and trade studies through detailed design, fabrication oversight,&nbsp;installation, and&nbsp;commissioning, operations, and propulsion testing. This is an early-career role with broad exposure: on any given week you may be running analysis to support a trade study, reviewing vendor drawings, supporting a proof pressure test, or helping develop a test procedure. You will grow quickly, work on hardware that matters, and contribute to a&nbsp;propulsion&nbsp;test capability being built from the ground up.</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW92046253 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><strong>RESPONSIBILITIES</strong></p>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Requirements &amp; Trade Study Support</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p>
<ul>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Support the development and maintenance of test stand requirements documentation and requirements traceability matrices under the direction of&nbsp;senior engineers.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Assist&nbsp;in the preparation and execution of trade studies evaluating facility infrastructure options, GSE configurations, and test stand design alternatives; compile data, build comparison matrices, and contribute to formal trade study reports.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Research commercially available components, instrumentation systems, and facility equipment; summarize findings and support vendor engagement.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Help&nbsp;to&nbsp;maintain&nbsp;documentation&nbsp;of the test stand configuration&nbsp;as requirements evolve and design decisions are made.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li>
</ul>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Design &amp; Drawing Support</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p>
<ul>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Support the Senior&nbsp;Development Engineers&nbsp;in the development of CAD models and engineering drawings for test stand structures, fluid system components, and GSE hardware.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Review vendor and supplier drawings for compliance with design requirements and interface specifications;&nbsp;work&nbsp;redlines and open actions&nbsp;to closure.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Assist with P&amp;ID development and markup,&nbsp;maintaining&nbsp;revision control and supporting design review preparation.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Help develop fabrication packages and bill of materials for test stand hardware under senior engineer guidance.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li>
</ul>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Analysis &amp; Verification</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<li><span data-contrast="none">Perform or support engineering calculations for pressure systems, including flow sizing, pressure drop analysis, proof and burst margin verification, and relief device sizing.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Support structural analysis activities for test stand hardware, including load estimates and margin checks.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Assist&nbsp;with requirements verification planning and&nbsp;maintain&nbsp;verification status matrices tracking compliance across facility systems.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Support development and review of hazard analyses and facility safety documentation.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li>
</ul>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Fabrication, Installation &amp; Commissioning Support</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p>
<ul>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Support procurement activities including preparation of purchase requisitions, review of supplier technical proposals, and tracking of long-lead hardware deliveries.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Assist&nbsp;with oversight of fabricated hardware during build and assembly; document nonconformances and support disposition.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Participate in installation and commissioning activities at the test facility site, including system walkdowns, installation verification, and acceptance testing.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Assist&nbsp;with proof pressure testing, leak checks, and functional verification of installed systems; collect and reduce test data.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li>
</ul>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Test Operations Support</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p>
<ul>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Contribute to the development of test plans, test procedures, and data acquisition configurations for early test campaigns.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Support test execution as a test stand operator or data monitor during facility verification and initial propulsion test campaigns.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Assist&nbsp;with post-test data reduction, anomaly documentation, and test report preparation.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Help&nbsp;maintain&nbsp;configuration control and as-built documentation throughout facility construction and commissioning.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li>
</ul>
<p><strong>QUALIFICATIONS</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering&nbsp;or related field.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">2–5 years of professional experience in propulsion, fluid systems, test engineering, or mechanical design for aerospace, defense, or high-reliability applications.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Basic familiarity with propulsion or fluid system hardware including pressure vessels, valves, fittings, tubing, and instrumentation.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Experience with 3D CAD tools (NX,&nbsp;SolidWorks, CATIA, or equivalent) and the ability to read and produce engineering drawings.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Exposure to pressure system design fundamentals including proof, burst, and leak test requirements.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Proficiency&nbsp;with data analysis and scripting tools (Python, MATLAB, or equivalent).</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Eagerness to learn, take ownership of assigned tasks, and contribute across a wide range of activities in a fast-paced environment.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to&nbsp;maintain&nbsp;accurate&nbsp;documentation and track open actions.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li>
</ul>
<p><strong>PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Hands-on experience supporting propulsion or fluid system test campaigns including pressure testing, leak checking, or functional testing.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Exposure to test stand or test facility hardware, GSE design, or ground support operations.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Familiarity with P&amp;ID development and interpretation.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Experience with data acquisition systems or test instrumentation including pressure transducers, thermocouples, or flow meters.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Exposure to hazardous fluid or propellant handling operations.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Familiarity with relevant standards: ASME B31.3, MIL-STD, AIAA propulsion test standards, or NASA-STD equivalents.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Internship or co-op experience at a propulsion test facility, launch vehicle company, or defense contractor.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Ability to obtain a DoD security clearance (Secret or above).</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li>
</ul>
<p><strong>COMPENSATION</strong></p>
<ul>
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</ul>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="none">Equity + Benefits</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></li>
</ul>
<p><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}"><em><span class="TextRun SCXW83253800 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW83253800 BCX0">Your actual level and base salary will be&nbsp;</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW83253800 BCX0">determined</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW83253800 BCX0"> on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience.</span></span></em><span class="EOP SCXW83253800 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}">&nbsp;</span></span></p>
<p><strong>ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Work Location</strong>—this role will be fully onsite at either our Centennial, CO office location.</li>
<li><strong>Work environment</strong>—the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.</li>
<li><strong>Physical demands</strong>—the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.</li>
</ul>
<p><span class="TextRun SCXW267002851 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW267002851 BCX0">This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW267002851 BCX0">submit</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW267002851 BCX0"> your application, please follow the directions below.</span></span></p>
<p><span class="TextRun MacChromeBold SCXW267002851 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW267002851 BCX0">#LI-Onsite</span></strong></span></span></p><div class="content-conclusion"><p>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.</p>
<p>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.</p>
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