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True Anomaly · 1 day ago

Operations Engineer III, RPO Mission Planner

positionColorado Springs, CO
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid, Senior Level
money$125K/yr - $170K/yr
date5+ years exp

True Anomaly is a company focused on building innovative technology for space security and sustainability. They are seeking an experienced Operations Engineer to support advanced satellite rendezvous and proximity operations, focusing on mission planning, real-time execution, anomaly resolution, and post-mission analysis.

AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)ManufacturingMilitaryNational Security
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Responsibilities

Plan, simulate, and execute RPO mission scenarios, including orbital transfers, approach, and station-keeping maneuvers
Monitor spacecraft telemetry and health in real-time during operations; identify anomalies and support mitigation
Develop new RPO tactics to meet mission objectives
Develop and maintain operational procedures, flight rules, and checklists for RPO activities
Collaborate with mission engineering, systems engineering, and GNC/AA teams to ensure mission readiness
Conduct post-mission analysis and lessons-learned sessions to continuously improve operational processes
Support development and integration of automation and mission planning tools to enhance mission reliability
Conduct orbit state determination for cooperative, non-cooperative, and uncooperative SV's and derive intent

Qualification

Orbital mechanicsSpacecraft operationsMission planningProgramming languagesTelemetry analysisHigh-pressure environmentsCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or related field
5+ years of spacecraft operations experience, preferably including rendezvous and proximity operations
Strong understanding of orbital mechanics, spacecraft systems, and flight dynamics
Proficiency in programming/scripting languages such as Python, MATLAB, C/C++, or similar
Experience with mission planning tools, simulation environments, and telemetry analysis
Proven ability to work effectively in high-pressure, real-time mission environments
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Eligible for DoD Secret or TS/SCI clearance

Preferred

Experience with open-loop and closed-loop spacecraft operations
Prior experience in multi-satellite missions, RPO, or on-orbit servicing mission

Benefits

Equity
Health
Dental
Vision
HRA/HSA options
PTO and paid holidays
401K
Parental Leave

Company

True Anomaly

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True Anomaly is builds space security and resilience at the intersection of spacecraft, software, and autonomy.
dateFounded in 2022
location
Centennial, Colorado, USA
people-size201-500 employees
web-link
https://www.trueanomaly.space

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
$418.02M
Key Investors
AccelStifel BankRiot Ventures
2025-04-30Series C· $260M
2025-04-30Debt Financing
2023-12-12Series B· $100M

Leadership Team

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Mark Seidel
Chief Financial Officer
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Frank Di Pentino
Chief Strategy Officer

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