Component Test Engineer (I-III)

True Anomaly
Long Beach, CA
Posted 2 months ago
Posted 3 August 2026
full-time

About the Role

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

We are seeking a talented and motivated Components Test Engineer to join our growing team. In this role, you will lead and support the full Verification and Validation lifecycle of advanced avionics components and subsystems for aerospace applications. You will be responsible for planning, executing, and documenting component-level tests across all phases—from initial board bring-up through functional testing, acceptance testing, and qualification testing—ensuring all avionics components meet performance specifications and reliability standards in demanding aerospace environments. You will collaborate closely with design, hardware, and software teams throughout the product development lifecycle. 

Key Responsibilities: 

  • Design and implement functional test procedures to verify component performance against design specifications. 
  • Develop automated test scripts and sequences to improve test efficiency and repeatability. 
  • Perform electrical characterization and validation of components under various operating conditions. 
  • Analyze test data and provide feedback to design teams for continuous improvement. 
  • Execute acceptance test procedures in accordance with program requirements and customer specifications. 
  • Plan and conduct environmental qualification testing including thermal cycling, vibration, shock, and EMI/EMC testing. 
  • Debug hardware issues at the component and/or board level using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and other lab equipment. 
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