Senior / Staff Avionics Production Engineer

True Anomaly; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Equity

401(k) plan

Time off

Learning & Development

Job summary

True Anomaly is seeking a Senior/Staff Avionics Production Engineer to own the production strategy and execution for avionics hardware across spacecraft programs. You will build scalable manufacturing processes, lead a growing production engineering team, and partner with design engineering to drive manufacturability from concept through high-rate production.

The role requires deep hands-on manufacturing expertise in aerospace environments, strong leadership, and a track record of driving cost,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field required.
• Minimum years of hands-on experience in production engineering for aerospace or high-reliability systems.
• Experience leading avionics manufacturing programs from prototype to high-rate production.

Responsibilities

• Own production engineering strategy and execution for avionics hardware.
• Lead and mentor a team of avionics production engineers.
• Drive manufacturability improvements from concept through production.
• Develop work instructions for assembly, test, and integration of avionics subsystems.
• Collaborate with Design Engineering to ensure scalable, cost-effective manufacturing.
• Coordinate with Supply Chain on vendor management and make/buy decisions.

Skills

Leadership

Manufacturing

Aerospace

Cross-functional

Education

Bachelor's in engineering

Tools

PLM

MES

SCIF facilities

Job description

• We are revolutionizing spacecraft systems and are searching for candidates passionate about hands-on engineering and advancing new technologies in space
• As a Senior/Staff Avionics Production Engineer, you will own production engineering strategy and execution for avionics hardware across multiple spacecraft programs
• You will build scalable manufacturing processes, lead and develop production engineering teams, and partner with design engineering to drive manufacturability from concept through high-rate production
• Level and compensation will be determined based on experience, technical depth, leadership capability, and scope of prior manufacturing programs owned
• Lead and mentor a team of avionics production engineers, providing technical guidance, production metrics, skill development, and performance management
• Own the production engineering strategy and execution for avionics components and systems to achieve cost, rate, and quality targets
• Drive technical reviews with design engineering and make critical go/no-go production engineering decisions to ensure design is manufacturable
• Own the setup and scaling of spacecraft avionics manufacturing factory capabilities for developmental programs and rate production
• Develop technical documentation and work instructions for the assembly, integration, and test of avionics subsystems including flight computers, power systems, RF/communications hardware, harnesses, and related ground support equipment and tooling
• Directly support production on the floor to ensure efficient build of avionics hardware, addressing bottlenecks and non-conformances, and troubleshooting technical issues as needed
• Drive continuous improvements and corrective actions to increase efficiency and reliability of avionics hardware manufacturing by utilizing production metrics
• Drive engagement with Supply Chain on vendor management and make/buy strategies
• Oversee calibration and certification of electrical ground support equipment including bench power supplies, oscilloscopes, cable testers, and functional test equipment

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.

This role requires deep technical expertise, proven leadership in production environments, and the ability to build systems and teams that scale from prototype to volume manufacturingExperience in manufacturing engineering for aerospace, defense, or high-reliability systems commensurate with the level of responsibilityBachelor’s degree in manufacturing, industrial, mechanical, electrical, computer engineering or related fieldExperience building and producing classified hardware in SCIF’s or SAP facilitiesExperience working to AS9100 process and standardsExperience with working hands‑on-hardware and fabrication methodsStrong communication and collaboration skills with demonstrated ability to influence design decisions, drive cross‑functional alignment, and present technical information to diverse audiencesExperience with PLM, MES, configuration and data management controls and systemsExperience in design, manufacturing, testing, and integration of spacecraft avionics components (e.g., flight computers, IMUs, power distribution units, batteries, solar arrays, RF systems, cable harnesses)Experience in selecting and commissioning equipment to enable production of wire harnesses, PCBA, Line Replaceable UnitsExpert-level understanding of aerospace electronics standards including IPC-610/620, IPC J-STD-001, and AS9100 quality systemsExperience in spacecraft electrical integration, with an emphasis on harness routing, connector interface control, EMI/EMC considerations, and systems integration on vehicleBackground in spacecraft avionics functional, environmental, and qualification testing (thermal‑vacuum, EMI/EMC, vibration)Experience with software loading, firmware configuration, and hardware‑in‑the‑loop test processes