Operation Engineer III, Flight Dynamics

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.

YOUR MISSION

We are seeking an experienced Flight Dynamics Engineer to support advanced satellite rendezvous and proximity operations (RPO). This role will focus on supporting on-orbit mission operations through orbit determination, maneuver planning, conjunction assessment, and performance monitoring across nominal and off-nominal scenarios. This role develops and prototypes analytical tools, scripts, and workflows to improve operational efficiency, decision quality, and automation, while providing timely analysis in support of real-time and near-real-time operations. Working closely with mission operations, GNC, and software teams, the Flight Dynamics Engineer translates operational needs into practical flight dynamics solutions, validates methods through simulation and on-orbit data, and contributes to the continuous improvement of operational concepts and procedures.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Plan, simulate, and execute spacecraft missions spanning from early-orbit operations to RPO taskings.

Lead development and integration of automation and mission planning tools to enhance mission planning, execution, and post-analysis.

Provide subject matter expertise for company ground system and flight software development.

Provide surge support as both an operator and developer for mission engineering, systems engineering, and GNC/AA teams to ensure mission and operational readiness.

Monitor spacecraft telemetry and health in real-time during operations; identify anomalies and support mitigation

Assist in the development of operational procedures, flight rules, and checklists for RPO activities

Conduct post-mission analysis and lessons-learned sessions to continuously improve operational processes

Conduct orbit state determination for cooperative, non-cooperative, and uncooperative SVs and derive intent

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering or related field

Strong understanding of astrodynamics, control & optimization, and satellite subsystems

History of solving astrodynamics problems in programming languages such as Typescript, Python, & C/C++

5 + years of spacecraft operations and simulation experience, preferably including rendezvous and proximity operations

Proven ability to work effectively in high-pressure, real-time mission environments

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Eligible for DoD Secret or TS/SCI clearance

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering or related field , preferably with a focus on applied astrodynamics and control of spacecraft.

Prior experience developing mod & sim capabilities

Experience with open-loop and closed-loop spacecraft operations

Prior experience in multi-satellite missions , RPO, or on-orbit servicing mission

Security clearance or eligibility to obtain

COMPENSATION

Colorado Base Salary: $105,000 - $170,000

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 —This is an onsite position, we are seeking candidates based near Colorado Springs, CO.

Work Schedule —flexibility to support 24/7 mission operations, including nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call availability during mission-critical events and anomaly response.

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.

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.