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.

BENEFITS & PERKS*

Best-in-class healthcare:

100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, with HSA/HRA options

Generous time off

Flexible Time Off (FTO) for exempt employees, accrued PTO of up to 25 days for non-exempt employees, plus 12 paid holidays; Parental Leave; Sick Leave

Fuel for your day

Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks for in-office employees

And more

401(k) retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, and Dog Fridays

Equity participation

Equity is included as part of our total compensation package, giving you an prospect to share in the company’s success.

*Do not apply to fixed term and temporary roles

YOUR MISSION

True Anomaly is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to design and develop electrical system architectures for our next-generation space vehicles. You willbe responsible fordefining system-level electrical architectures, performing system reliability analysis, and ensuring seamless integration of power, data, and control systems across the spacecraft. Working at the intersection of hardware design and systems engineering, you will translate mission requirements into robust electrical system solutions that meet performance, reliability, and mass constraints for space flight operations.

This role emphasizes systems-level thinking — understanding how electrical subsystems interact and ensuring the overall architecture meets mission needs.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop electrical system architectures and block diagrams for spacecraft avionics, including power distribution networks, grounding schemes, and signal routing topologies

Create and maintainsystem-level block diagrams, functional flow diagrams, and architecture documentation to communicate design intent across engineering teams

Conduct Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) for electrical systems to identifypotential failure modes, assess risk, and drive design improvements

Review and evaluate electrical components, parts, and COTS products to ensure they meet mission requirements, reliability standards, and environmental specifications

Perform componentselectionand qualification planning including evaluation of radiation tolerance, temperature range, voltage margins, and derating requirements

Develop electrical interface requirements and specifications for avionics components including flight computers, sensors, actuators, and communication systems

Perform electrical system analysis including power budgets, voltage drop calculations, fault analysis, and load flow studies to ensure system performance and reliability

Design custom avionics hardware including power conditioning units, motor controllers, sensor interface boards,



and data acquisitionsystems for space applications

Create detailed electrical schematics, BOMs, and design documentation using industry-standard CAD tools (Altium, OrCAD, or similar)

Conduct worst-case circuit analysis, derating studies, and reliability assessments to ensure designs meet space qualification requirements

Define and manage electrical interfaces between subsystems including mechanical mounting, thermal management, and electromagnetic compatibility

Develop and execute test plans for electrical system verification including functional testing, environmental qualification, and EMI/EMC testing

Support hardware bring-up, debugging, and troubleshooting using lab equipment (oscilloscopes, power supplies, multimeters, logic analyzers)

Collaborate with harness design teams to define cable routing, connector specifications, and wire gauge requirements

Perform trade studies on componentselection, architecture alternatives, and design approaches tooptimizesystem performance, reliability, and cost

Support integration and test activities including spacecraft-level electrical checkout, continuity testing, and flight readiness verification

Participate in design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR) presenting electrical architecture, block diagrams, FMEA results, analysis, and verification status

Create and maintainelectrical system documentation including ICDs, architecture diagrams, test procedures, analysis reports, and as-built drawings

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineeringor related technical field

5–10 years of professional experience in electrical system design, preferably in aerospace, defense, or high-reliability applications

Strong fundamentals in circuit design, power electronics, and electrical system architecture

Experience conducting system-level reliability analysis including FMEA, fault tree analysis, or similar methodologies

Proficiencycreating system architecture diagrams, block diagrams, and technical documentation using tools such as Visio,Lucidchart, or similar

Demonstrated ability to evaluate and select electrical components based on mission requirements, environmental specifications, and reliability criteria

Proficiencywith electrical CAD tools for schematic capture and PCB layout (Altium, OrCAD, EAGLE, or similar)

Experience with electrical analysis including circuit simulation (SPICE), power budget analysis, and worst-case analysis

Hands‑on experience with hardware debugging and test equipment (oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, signal generators)

Understanding of aerospace electrical standards including wire derating, connector selection, and EMI/EMC design practices

Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail in design and documentation

Excellent communication skills with ability to present technical concepts to multidisciplinary teams

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineeringor related discipline





Experience with spacecraft electrical systems including EPS, flight computers, motor control, or sensor systems

Familiarity with space-grade components, radiation effects, and qualification testing (vibration, thermal-vacuum, life testing)

Experience with high-voltage systems, battery management, or solar array design

Knowledge of digital communication protocols used in spacecraft (CAN, SpaceWire, MIL-STD-1553, RS-422, SPI, I2C)

Experience with MATLAB, Python, or similar tools for electrical system modeling and analysis

Understanding of FPGA or embedded processor interfaces and digital logic design

Familiarity with NASA or MIL standards (NASA-STD-8739, MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-1540) and aerospace quality practices

Experience with requirements management and systems engineering processes

Background in signal integrity, power integrity, or high-speed digital design

Experience working with government or defense customers on space or launch vehicle programs

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This position is based at our primary development facility and involves both office-based design work and hands‑on lab activities. Work includes extended periods at a computer workstation for design and analysis, as well as time in the lab and cleanroom environments for hardware testing and integration.

Physical requirements include the ability to lift equipment up to 35lbs, bend and reach during hardware assembly and testing, andoperatehand tools and test equipment. Occasional travel to supplier facilities, test sites, or launch operations may berequired.

Work schedule may include extended hours during critical hardware delivery and test campaigns.

COMPENSATION

Base Salary

$135,000-$250,000

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

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability tomaintainor obtainTS//SCI clearance

Work Location

—this role will be onsite at either our Centennial, CO or Long Beach, CA locations, with travel to other sites as needed.

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.

This position will be open until it is successfully filled. 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 know.

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