Senior Test Engineer

Trueanomalyinc; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K

Parental Leave

PTO and paid holidays

Job summary

True Anomaly in Centennial, CO is seeking a Senior Test Engineer to support aerospace defense systems testing. You will develop test plans, analyze results, and ensure systems meet specifications while working in a dynamic environment.

With a Bachelor's degree in engineering and over 5 years in test engineering, you'll lead strategies and mentor teams. The role offers a salary range of $120,000 to $195,000, with benefits including health insurance and 401K.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in test engineering for aerospace, defense, or high-reliability systems.
• Deep knowledge of environmental and performance test methodologies and standards.
• Experience leading complex test campaigns and multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead test strategies for major programs.
• Analyze complex test data and resolve anomalies.
• Mentor junior engineers and serve as the technical point of contact.

Skills

Test engineering for aerospace

Data analysis

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

LabVIEW

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

We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Test Engineer to support the design, planning, and execution of test campaigns for aerospace defense systems. You will work closely with engineers, program managers, and technical teams to ensure that systems meet performance, environmental, and mission‑critical requirements. In this role, you will develop test plans, execute tests, collect data, analyze results, and ensure that the systems meet all specifications. The position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to cutting‑edge aerospace technologies in a fast‑paced, mission‑driven environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Define and lead test strategies for major programs, including requirements verification, procedure development, and execution oversight.
• Author and review high‑level test documentation including plans, procedures, readinessreports, and compliance matrices.
• Analyze complex test data, resolve anomalies, and lead root cause investigations and corrective actions.
• Oversee test campaigns involving multiple disciplines (thermal, structural, EMI, functional) and ensure full traceability to system requirements.
• Mentor junior engineers and serve as the technical point of contact for internal and external test‑related communications.
• Interface with program leadership, customers, and regulatory bodies during design reviews and formal test events.
• Ensure compliance with industry and military standards for test planning and reporting.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in test engineering for aerospace, defense, or high‑reliability systems.
• Deep knowledge of environmental and performance test methodologies and standards.
• Experience leading complex test campaigns and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong background in data analysis, systems engineering, and failure analysis.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and technical documentation skills.
• U.S. Citizenship required due to government contracts.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Master's degree in engineering.
• Familiarity with systems engineering principles and test validation traceability.
• Expertise with data acquisition, test automation, and scripting (LabVIEW, Python, MATLAB).
• Knowledge of test standards such as MIL‑STD‑810, DO‑160, or NASA/DoD specs.
• Experience working in classified or secure test environments.
• Active Secret or Top Secret clearance.

COMPENSATION

• Base Salary: $120,000-$195,000
• Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work Location— This is a fully onsite position based out of our Centennial, CO office.
• 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.

EEO Statement

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.