Director of Mechanical Engineering, True Anomaly
$195-270k
+ Equity
More information about location
3 days a week in office ( Centennial, CO)
Space material manufacturer
Job no longer available
Space material manufacturer
201-500 employees
Job no longer available
$195-270k
+ Equity
More information about location
3 days a week in office ( Centennial, CO)
201-500 employees
Company mission
To enable a secure, stable, and sustainable space environment for the US, its allies, and partners.
Role
Who you are
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
- 12+ years of professional experience in Launch or Space Vehicles
- 5+ years direct team leadership experience
- Demonstrated experience with spacecraft level mechanical architecture, design as well as component design such as space mechanisms
- Demonstrated excellence in mechanical GD&T
- Experience with configuration control, MES and PLM tools
- Mastery in CAD tools, such as SolidWorks
- Demonstrated ability to work and lead a multidisciplinary team of engineers in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Passion for the space industry
- Familiarity with full vehicle lifecycle from concept through production
- Ability to maintain or obtain TS//SCI clearance
Desirable
- Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
- 15+ years professional experience in development and production of space systems
- Experience in or exposure to mechanical design for propulsion systems, mechanisms, and/or optical payloads
- Track record of innovative problem-solving in complex mechanical designs
- Experience working in a startup or similarly dynamic and fast-paced environment
What the job involves
- As a Director, Mechanical Engineering at True Anomaly, you will be responsible for leading the design of mechanical assemblies for flight systems and other ground support mechanisms in the development of our spacecrafts
- You will be the technical expert for the Mechanical team providing knowledge and mentorship to junior engineers
- This is an opportunity to design and develop our next generation LEO/GEO vehicles, shaping the future of space exploration from the ground up
- Lead the design, analysis, and optimization of mechanical systems and structures for advanced satellites, ensuring they meet performance, weight, and reliability requirements
- Build mechanical team skillsets and capabilities, including new design initiatives, staff planning and hiring, and direct mentorship
- Develop documentation and best practices across engineering team including modeling tools, process documentation, and design release templates
- Support spacecraft mechanical design and build from concept to flight
- Review models and drawings from top level down to piece parts as needed
- Support staffing and resource loading for build/assembly and test campaigns of flight systems
- Work collaboratively with structural, thermal, propulsion and avionics teams to validate designs and ensure compliance with mission requirements
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance design efficiency, manufacturability, and system performance
- Present content to internal and external customers
Our take
True Anomaly is a space tech startup composed of former military operators and engineers. The Colorado-based company is focused on building spacecraft and software solutions designed to secure U.S. commercial and military interests in space. It has already developed a fully-integrated platform with seamless satellite, navigation, and data-capture technologies that provide security and training for the quickly evolving space market.
Founded in 2022, True Anomaly has already designed its first spacecraft, the Jackal Autonomous Orbital Vehicle, which can be used to train operators on the ground or as intelligence-gathering tools against adversarial spacecraft. Alongside this, the startup has built a 35,000-square-foot facility in Denver to manufacture the Jackals.
With impressive capital gained in 2023 and 2025, the company validated the Jackal's technical and operational capabilities and made the necessary investments to scale production. And with its most recent capital injection, the company is ready to fund space missions and further scale its operations.
Steph
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
296% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (last 2 of 5 rounds)
Apr 2025
$130m
SERIES C
Dec 2023
$100m
SERIES B
Total funding: $271.7m
Company benefits
- 100% Employer-Sponsored Healthcare: We’ve got you covered! Our comprehensive healthcare package is fully sponsored, ensuring you and your loved ones stay healthy and worry-free, so you can focus on shaping the future of space security.
- Generous Time Off: We believe in working hard and recharging fully. Our generous vacation policy gives you the flexibility to take the time you need to relax, explore, and come back energized to take on new challenges.
- Equity: Own an equity stake in True Anomaly as you build something transformative. With equity options, you’re not just working for True Anomaly; you’re an owner. As an essential part of our growth and future success, we want you to share in the upside potential!
- 401k and Roth 401k options: Plan for tomorrow with our 401K and Roth 401K options that put you in control of your financial future.
- Learning & Development Opportunities: Your growth fuels our innovation. We’re committed to providing you with the resources and training to expand your skills, spark new ideas, and advance your career with us.
Company HQ
Downtown, Colorado Springs, CO
Leadership
Even Rogers
(Co-Founder & CEO)Previously served as an Officer in the USAF, where they led interdisciplinary teams of space operators, scientists, and engineers to develop and evaluate the operational performance of military systems and tactics designed to protects U.S and allied assets.
Kyle Zakrzewski
(Co-Founder & Chief Engineering Officer)Previously served as the Orbital Warfare Chief of Training for the USAF. Other roles served at the USAF include, Maintenance Flight Commander, Officer In Charge of Protected SATCOM Operations, and Cyberspace Operations Officer.
Salary benchmarks
We don't have enough data yet to provide salary benchmarks for this role.
Submit your salary to help other candidates with crowdsourced salary estimates.
Share this job
View 37 more jobs at True Anomaly