Structural Dynamics Engineer; III to Spacecraft

Structural Dynamics Engineer (III to Staff), Spacecraft

Long Beach, CA

True Anomaly seeks talent and ambition to build technology that secures the space war fighting domain. Our mission is to deliver decisive capabilities for space superiority, including autonomous spacecraft, advanced payloads, mission software, and space‑based interceptors.

• 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.

• Lead the analysis and validation of spacecraft and/or missile defense structural systems to ensure survivability and performance under dynamic environments.
• Perform detailed structural dynamics analyses, including modal, harmonic, random vibration, shock, and transient response simulations.
• Develop and validate finite element models (FEMs) of spacecraft and/or missile defense structures and subsystems.
• Define and lead dynamic testing campaigns to verify structural integrity and correlate models with test results.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to integrate dynamic requirements into the design process.
• Provide expertise in structural dynamics during trade studies, design reviews, and critical decision‑making processes.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• 6+ years of experience in structural dynamics analysis for aerospace, defense, or high‑reliability applications.
• Proficiency in FEA tools such as FEMAP/NASTRAN or Hyper Works/Opti Struct.
• Experience in spacecraft and/or missile defense dynamic environments.
• Strong understanding of structural mechanics, material properties, and failure modes in aerospace applications.
• Hands‑on experience with environmental testing, including random, sine, and sine burst vibration.

• Familiarity with spacecraft‑specific structural dynamics challenges.
• Familiarity with missile‑specific structural dynamics challenges.
• Experience with lightweight structures, composites, and advanced materials.
• Proficiency in CAD tools such as Solid Works/NX and PLM tools.
• Hands‑on experience with instrumentation for dynamic testing.
• Hands‑on experience with shock and acoustic tests.
• Demonstrated experience across the full program life cycle (capture to launch).

• 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 based on job‑related knowledge, skills, education, location, and experience.

• Ability to maintain or obtain TS//SCI clearance.
• Work Location:
  
  Hybrid work environment; at least 3 days per week on site at Long Beach facility.
• Work environment:
  Standard office or production factory.
• Physical demands:
  Frequent standing, sitting, walking, bending, lifting or carrying items up to 20 lbs.

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, protected individual, 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.