Mechanisms Engineer II

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 seeking a motivated and hands-on Mechanisms Engineer II to join our Mechanisms team, reporting to the Mechanisms Engineering Manager. In this role, you will be a key contributor to the design, development, build, and test of precision motor-driven actuation systems for our orbital platforms. You will work across the full hardware development lifecycle — from concept and CAD design through analysis, fabrication support, integration, and test — and develop your skills in a fast-paced environment where your work directly impacts spaceflight hardware.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Design and develop precision mechanical components and assemblies for spacecraft actuation systems using CAD tools

Perform mechanical analysis including stress, fatigue, tolerance stack-up, and kinematic analysis to validate designs

Support the selection and integration of motors, bearings, gears, and other drivetrain components into mechanism assemblies

Generate engineering drawings, BOMs, and fabrication documentation to support manufacturing and procurement

Support mechanism assembly, integration, and test activities including functional testing, environmental test campaigns, and troubleshooting

Collaborate with motor control, avionics, and systems engineering teams to ensure mechanism designs meet system-level interface and performance requirements

Assist with trade studies and design reviews, contributing analysis and design documentation

Develop and maintain design documentation including specifications, test plans, and analysis reports

Support continuous improvement of mechanisms engineering processes and practices

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field

2-4 years of professional experience in mechanical design and development

Proficiency with 3D CAD tools (SolidWorks preferred)

Experience generating engineering drawings and fabrication documentation

Familiarity with mechanical analysis methods including stress, tolerance stack-up, and kinematic analysis

Demonstrated ability to work hands-on with hardware through build, integration, and test activities

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Experience with precision mechanisms, actuators, or motor-driven assemblies

Familiarity with spacecraft environmental requirements including thermal, vacuum, vibration, and radiation

Knowledge of materials selection and surface treatment for space applications

Experience with FEA tools (ANSYS, NASTRAN, or similar)

Familiarity with GD&T and tolerance analysis methods

Experience working in a fast-paced, startup environment or a similarly dynamic setting

COMPENSATION

Base Salary: $90,000 - $135,000

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 Centennial, CO or Long Beach, CA. While we observe a hybrid work environment, some work must be done on site.

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. #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.

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