Engineering Manager Test and Launch Site
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
As the Test and Launch Site Engineering Manager of True Anomaly's off-site tests, you will own all aspects of site operations supporting propulsion, fluids, and structures testing. You will lead a multidisciplinary team of test technicians and engineers, drive test campaign execution, and ensure the facility operates safely, efficiently, and in compliance with all regulatory requirements. You are the on-site decision-maker — accountable for people, hardware, schedule, and site readiness.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Site Operations: Own day-to-day operations of the test facility, including staffing, scheduling, facility maintenance, and infrastructure readiness. Ensure the site is always prepared to support active test campaigns with zero unplanned downtime.
- Test Campaign Execution: Lead and coordinate propulsion, fluids, and structures test campaigns from setup through data delivery. Drive test readiness reviews, manage test article configuration, and hold the team accountable to campaign milestones.
- Team Leadership: Hire, develop, and manage a team of engineers, test technicians, and site personnel. Foster a high-performance culture built on safety, precision, and urgency.
- Safety and Range Safety: Own site safety for all hazardous operations including propellant handling, pressurized systems, high-energy testing, and structural load applications. Develop and enforce safety plans, procedures, and emergency response protocols. Interface with range safety authorities and regulatory agencies as required.
- Facility and Ground Support Equipment: Establish and oversee maintenance, calibration, and certification of test stands, ground support equipment, data acquisition systems, and site infrastructure. Manage vendor relationships and service contracts to keep critical systems operational.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Serve as the primary interface between the test site and engineering, quality, and program management teams. Communicate test status, anomalies, site risks, and resource needs clearly and proactively.
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