Engineering Manager, Thermal

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

True Anomaly is looking for a creative and technically strong Thermal Engineering Manager to lead and grow our thermal engineering capability. In this role, you will be hands-on in spacecraft thermal design and analysis, while also managing and mentoring a small team of thermal engineers. You will set the standards for analysis, testing, and best practices to ensure the success of True Anomaly’s rapidly developed space systems. 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Lead and mentor a small team of thermal engineers, setting technical direction, standards, and best practices for thermal analysis and testing. 
• Work with a product-focused team including mechanical, electrical, software, and automation engineers to rapidly develop revolutionary thermal designs. 
• Perform integrated thermal analysis to determine heater/radiator sizing and external coatings required to maintain all elements of the spacecraft within thermal limits. 
• Perform detailed thermal analysis across a variety of design reference missions (DRMs). 
• Design and help develop detailed piece-part and assembly drawings for heaters, MLI, and other thermal control components. 
• Assist with electronic thermal predictions and board-level analysis. 
• Coordinate thermal interfaces between subsystems. 
• Lead and support Thermal Vacuum and Thermal Cycle testing, including model correlation. 
• Contribute to and review technical documentation, ensuring high-quality thermal analysis deliverables. 
• Support on-orbit operations as the thermal subject matter expert. 

QUALIFICATIONS 

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering (or related field) with training in analysis of structures and fluids. 
• 6+ years of professional experience in space thermal analysis and control. 
• Demonstrated excellence in thermal vacuum testing, analysis, and model correlation. 
• Thermal experience with spacecraft subcomponents such as optical payloads, mechanisms, and structures. 
• Proficiency in tools such as Thermal Desktop and SolidWorks. 
• Experience setting technical standards, mentoring junior engineers, or providing technical leadership. 
• Passion for the space industry. 
• Demonstrated ability to work in a multidisciplinary team. 
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously with little input on requirements or management oversight. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 
• Strong Desire to be accountable to day to day tasks, own mistakes, and drive balanced solutions to closure through sound technical solutions and a sense of urgency.
• Strong Willingness to go above and beyond to achieve team success through task execution and collaboration.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE 

• Master’s degree in aerospace engineering (or related field). 
• Prior experience managing or leading small engineering teams. 
• Familiarity with rapid hardware development in a startup or fast-paced environment. 

COMPENSATION

• Base Salary: $135,000-$230,000
• 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

• Ability to maintain or obtain TS//SCI clearance 
• Work Location—this role will be onsite at either our Centennial, CO or Long Beach, CA locations, with travel to other sites as needed. 
• 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.