True Anomaly · 22 hours ago
Flight Dynamics Engineer III, Mission Ops
Colorado Springs, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$125K/yr - $170K/yr
5+ years expTrue Anomaly is a company focused on building innovative technology for space security and sustainability. They are seeking an experienced Flight Dynamics Engineer to support advanced satellite rendezvous and proximity operations, focusing on orbit determination, maneuver planning, and performance monitoring.
AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)ManufacturingMilitaryNational Security
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Plan, simulate, and execute spacecraft missions spanning from early-orbit operations to RPO taskings
Lead development and integration of automation and mission planning tools to enhance mission planning, execution, and post-analysis
Provide subject matter expertise for company ground system and flight software development
Provide surge support as both an operator and developer for mission engineering, systems engineering, and GNC/AA teams to ensure mission and operational readiness
Monitor spacecraft telemetry and health in real-time during operations; identify anomalies and support mitigation
Assist in the development of operational procedures, flight rules, and checklists for RPO activities
Conduct post-mission analysis and lessons-learned sessions to continuously improve operational processes
Conduct orbit state determination for cooperative, non-cooperative, and uncooperative SVs and derive intent
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering or related field
Strong understanding of astrodynamics, control & optimization, and satellite subsystems
History of solving astrodynamics problems in programming languages such as Typescript, Python, & C/C++
5+ years of spacecraft operations and simulation experience, preferably including rendezvous and proximity operations
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
Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering or related field, preferably with a focus on applied astrodynamics and control of spacecraft
Prior experience developing mod & sim capabilities
Experience with open-loop and closed-loop spacecraft operations
Prior experience in multi-satellite missions, RPO, or on-orbit servicing mission
Security clearance or eligibility to obtain
Benefits
Equity
Health
Dental
Vision
HRA/HSA options
PTO and paid holidays
401K
Parental Leave
Company
True Anomaly
True Anomaly is builds space security and resilience at the intersection of spacecraft, software, and autonomy.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$418.02MKey Investors
AccelStifel BankRiot Ventures
2025-04-30Series C· $260M
2025-04-30Debt Financing
2023-12-12Series B· $100M
Leadership Team
Mark Seidel
Chief Financial Officer
Frank Di Pentino
Chief Strategy Officer
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