Staff Mechanical Engineer

As a Staff Mechanical Engineer at True Anomaly, your primary responsibilities include designing mechanical systems for flight operations, leading projects from concept through to delivery, and ensuring all designs meet stringent performance requirements. The role involves managing a team and engaging in hands-on tasks like creating CAD models and conducting structural analyses to support our mission for sustainable space exploration.

To be considered for the Staff Mechanical Engineer role at True Anomaly, candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, along with at least 7 years of professional experience in mechanical design, particularly in the space industry. Experience with spacecraft mechanical architecture, knowledge of GD&T, and proficiency in CAD tools like Solidworks are essential.

True Anomaly is committed to fostering a supportive environment that encourages growth and development. As a Staff Mechanical Engineer, you’ll have the opportunity to lead projects, embrace new challenges, and work alongside experts in the field. Our culture promotes innovative thinking, and we regularly engage in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance your skills and the design process.

At True Anomaly, we develop advanced technologies at the intersection of spacecraft design, software, and AI. As a Staff Mechanical Engineer, you’ll be instrumental in creating mechanical assemblies that are not only advanced in design but also sustainable, playing a crucial role in space security and operational efficiency.

The work environment at True Anomaly is dynamic and collaborative, with a mix of remote work and on-site activities. Initially, the role will be remote until the LA factory opens in 2025, at which point a hybrid work model will be adopted. True Anomaly values teamwork and encourages a setting where diverse ideas can be shared freely.

The base salary range for a Staff Mechanical Engineer at True Anomaly is between $175,000 and $200,000, depending on your experience, education, and specific skills that align with our needs. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer equity options and an attractive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, and more.

To apply for the Staff Mechanical Engineer position at True Anomaly, please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and passion for aerospace engineering. Be sure to highlight any specific projects or technologies you've worked with that align with our mission. The role will remain open until it is successfully filled.

When addressing your experience with mechanical design for space applications, focus on specific projects where you developed mechanisms or components designed for a space environment. Detail your role in the design process, the challenges you faced, and how you ensured reliability and performance of your designs in critical conditions.

In your response, mention tools like Solidworks that are critical for mechanical design and provide examples of how you've used these tools in previous projects. Emphasize any specific functionalities you excel in, such as creating detailed models, assemblies, and engineering drawings relevant to spacecraft design.

Discuss how Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles ensure precision and clarity in your designs. Provide examples where you applied GD&T to communicate design intent effectively, ensuring manufacturability and interoperability of mechanical components.

When recounting a challenging project, highlight the project's objectives, your leadership role, the technical hurdles encountered, and how you drove the team toward successful delivery. Focus on results achieved and lessons learned that could be beneficial in the role at True Anomaly.

Discuss the specific analysis tools such as NASTRAN or Thermal Desktop that help validate your designs, emphasizing how you've utilized these methods to ensure compliance with performance and reliability criteria for spacecraft components.

Emphasize the importance of open communication in achieving project goals. Share your strategies, such as regular team meetings, collaborative platforms, and documenting processes clearly, to keep team members informed and aligned throughout project development.

Key qualities include attention to detail, innovation, teamwork, and adaptability. Discuss how these qualities have contributed to your success in previous roles and how they will help you thrive in the dynamic environment at True Anomaly.

Talk about specific examples where you initiated process improvements or adopted new technologies that increased efficiency or design efficacy. Highlight your willingness to learn and adapt to enhance project outcomes.

Reflect on your time management and prioritization skills, discussing techniques you use to balance multiple project tasks. Provide a real example where you successfully delivered a project under a tight timeline while maintaining quality.

Express your enthusiasm for the space industry and how True Anomaly's mission aligns with your values and career aspirations. Share specific aspects of the company’s approach and projects that inspire you and how you feel you could contribute significantly to the team’s goals.