Electrical Engineer I-III, Systems

Trueanomalyinc; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

HRA/HSA options

PTO and paid holidays

401K

Parental Leave

Job summary

True Anomaly seeks an Electrical Engineer II, Systems to design, analyze, test, and integrate electrical systems for complex space missions. You will contribute across the full spacecraft development lifecycle, from concept through on‑orbit operations, tackling challenging problems and delivering innovative solutions that support space security and sustainability.

This role offers collaboration with cross‑functional teams, focus on power distribution and signal integrity, and opportunities to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, physical sciences, or related technical field.
• 0–7 years of relevant engineering experience in aerospace, defense, or related high‑reliability industries.
• Working knowledge of spacecraft electrical systems and subsystems.
• Experience with electrical design principles, circuit analysis, and system‑level thinking.
• Familiarity with requirements management and engineering documentation practices.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Proficiency with standard electrical engineering tools (e.g., SPICE simulation, CAD tools, analysis software).

Responsibilities

• Support spacecraft electrical systems engineering activities, including concept development, requirements analysis, trade studies, interface definition, and verification planning.
• Contribute to the design, development, and verification of electrical systems with a focus on power distribution, signal integrity, and component selection.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional spacecraft engineering teams to support system‑level integration and mission objectives.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of requirements management processes and documentation.
• Participate in integration and test activities including subsystem and system‑level testing, developing and executing test procedures, performing functional verification, troubleshooting hardware anomalies, and supporting root cause analysis and corrective action implementation.
• Conduct analysis tasks such as power budgets, thermal analysis, and basic radiation effects assessment.
• Support the development of test procedures and contribute to design verification activities.
• Document design decisions, analysis results, and test findings.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SPICE

CAD tools

Analysis software

Python/MATLAB

Job description

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

The Electrical Engineer II, Systems will support the design, analysis, testing, and integration of electrical systems for complex space missions. You’ll contribute to all phases of the spacecraft development lifecycle from initial concept and requirements definition through integration, test, and on‑orbit operations. This role offers the opportunity to tackle challenging technical problems, develop innovative engineering solutions, and grow your expertise in spacecraft electrical systems while making a direct impact on missions critical to space security and sustainability.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support spacecraft electrical systems engineering activities, including concept development, requirements analysis, trade studies, interface definition, and verification planning.
• Contribute to the design, development, and verification of electrical systems with a focus on power distribution, signal integrity, and component selection.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional spacecraft engineering teams to support system‑level integration and mission objectives.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of requirements management processes and documentation.
• Participate in integration and test activities including subsystem and system‑level testing, developing and executing test procedures, performing functional verification, troubleshooting hardware anomalies, and supporting root cause analysis and corrective action implementation.
• Conduct analysis tasks such as power budgets, thermal analysis, and basic radiation effects assessment.
• Support the development of test procedures and contribute to design verification activities.
• Document design decisions, analysis results, and test findings.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, physical sciences, or related technical field.
• 0‑7 years of relevant engineering experience in aerospace, defense, or related high‑reliability industries.
• Working knowledge of spacecraft electrical systems and subsystems.
• Experience with electrical design principles, circuit analysis, and system‑level thinking.
• Familiarity with requirements management and engineering documentation practices.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Proficiency with standard electrical engineering tools (e.g., SPICE simulation, CAD tools, analysis software).

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Experience with spacecraft power systems, avionics, or related electrical subsystems.
• Familiarity with space environment effects on electronics (radiation, thermal, vacuum).
• Experience with integration and test processes for complex electrical systems.
• Knowledge of reliability analysis techniques and FMEA methodologies.
• Experience testing large quantities of electronics, in‑circuit testing.
• Programming or scripting skills (Python, MATLAB, or similar).
• Understanding of signal integrity and EMI/EMC considerations.
• Ability to maintain or obtain TS//SCI clearance.

COMPENSATION

• Base Salary: $90,000 – $135,000
• Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work Location: this role will be fully onsite at our GravityWorks factory in Centennial, CO
• Work environment is in a standard office, working at a desk or in a production factory.
• Physical demands may include frequent standing, sitting, walking, bending, and lifting or carrying items up to 20 lbs.

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.

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.