Space is a warfighting domain. True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build the technology that secures it.OUR MISSIONTrue 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 workplace and counter threats from the ultimate high ground.OUR VALUESBe 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 MISSIONTrue Anomaly is seeking a motivated and technically curious Electro-Optical Engineer II to contribute to the design, analysis, and characterization of advanced imaging and sensing payloads for our spacecraft programs. In this role, you will support optical system development across the full hardware lifecycle — from performance modeling and specification development through bench-level testing and hardware characterization — working alongside experienced engineers on a team that ships hardware to space. You bring solid fundamentals in optics, imaging science, or physics, a hands-on mindset, and the eagerness to grow your skills in a fast-paced, mission-critical environment.RESPONSIBILITIESDesign, model, and analyze imaging systems for space-based payload applications, from concept through fieldingDevelop andmaintainend-to-end imaging system performance models, including radiometric, signal chain, and image quality analysesSupport and execute hardware characterization and metrology activities, including bench-level testing of optical assemblies, detectors, and sensorsAuthor andmaintainoptical and imaging system specifications, interface requirements, and test plansCollaborate with mechanical, electrical,



and software engineering teams to ensure imaging system requirements are properly flowed down and verifiedSupport design reviews, presenting optical system performance analyses and test results to internal and customer audiencesIdentifyand track imaging system performance risks, driving analysis and mitigation efforts in coordination with the broader Payloads teamContribute to the development of ground support equipment and test infrastructure for optical payload characterizationApply programming skills (MATLAB, Python, or equivalent) to develop andmaintainanalysis tools, data reduction pipelines, and simulation frameworksQUALIFICATIONSBachelor's degree in Physics, Optics, Imaging Science, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a closely related field (Master'spreferred)2-4 years of professional experience in optical systems engineering, imaging system development, or a related technical roleDemonstrated experience with optical system modeling, analysis, or characterizationProficiencyin MATLAB, Python, or a comparable programming language for engineering analysis and data processingStrong fundamentals in optics, radiometry, and imaging physics with the ability to engage credibly across multi-discipline hardware teamsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsPREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCEExperience with radiometric budgeting and end-to-end signal chain performance analysis for imaging systemsExperience working on space applications,



including space-based imaging or remote sensing payloadsHands-on experience with imaging system metrology, including optical bench testing, detector characterization, and image quality measurementFamiliarity with stray light analysis, wavefront error budgeting, or optical tolerance analysis tools (e.G.,Zemax/OpticStudio, FRED, CODE V)Familiarity with electro-optical/infrared (EO/IR) sensor systemsExperience with image processing algorithms and pipeline developmentExperience working in a fast-paced, startup environment or a similarly dynamic settingCOMPENSATIONBase Salary: $95,000 - $155,000Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental LeaveYour actual level and base salary will bedetermined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience.ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTSWork Location —this role will be onsite at our Centennial, CO location.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.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.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. #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Electro-Optical Engineer Ii (Hastings County)
🏢 True Anomaly
📍 Hastings County