Machine Shop Production Engineer; Level III, Senior

Space is a war fighting domain. True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build the technology that secures it.

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.

• 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.

We are revolutionizing spacecraft systems and are searching for candidates passionate about hands‑on engineering and advancing new technologies in space.

As aMachine Shop Production Engineer, you will owntheproduction engineering strategy and execution for machined components from receipt of raw material through final inspection.

You willlead machine shop operations,documentation, capacity planning,processoptimizationandpartner with design engineering to drive manufacturability from concept through high-rate production.

• Lead machine shop operationstoachieve throughput and cost objectives

• Create detailed manufacturing plans and work instructions to define sequence,details,andrequirementsfor machining, inspection, heat treatment, coating, and outside processing.

• Lead equipment selection, installation, qualification,and maintenance activities

• Drive continuous improvementthroughprocess optimization,management ofmetrics,root cause and corrective actions,creation of standards and documentation,the management of in-process inventory and consumables.

• Collaborate with machinists to align on machine selection, tooling requirements, work holding, and process strategy.

• Lead new-product introduction,participate in first-time builds, coordinate first-article inspections and support process qualifications.

• Drive technical reviews with design engineering to ensurethe design isoptimizedformachining

• Develop trades and solutions for tooling,fixtures, automation,and equipment

• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to machine shop personnelandengineers

• Drive engagement with Supply Chain to ensure materials are available

• Directly support production on the floor to ensurenon-conformances are addressed

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical,manufacturing, aerospaceengineeringor related field.

• Experience inmachine shop operations for aerospace, defense, or high-reliability systemscommensuratewith the level of responsibility.

• Extensive hands‑on experience with CNCprogramming(Mastercam,NX,Esprit Edge, Fusion
  360or similar CAM software)

• Strong understanding of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)

• Experience in selecting and commissioning equipment to enable production

• Strong communication and collaboration skills with demonstratedability to influence design decisions, drive cross‑functional alignment, and present technical information to diverse audiences.

• Experience working to AS9100 process and standards.

• Hands‑on experience withCNC machining, inspection methods, mechanical assemblies, and manual fabrication methods (cutting, drilling, shaping)

• Experience supporting new product launches or production ramp‑up

• Understanding of surface treatments and finishing processes

• Experience with manufacturing simulation and digital twin technologies

• Familiarity of automation, robotics, and lights‑out manufacturing

• Familiarity with CNCcontrols(Fanuc, Haas, Mazak, etc.)

• Expert‑level understanding of AS9100, PFMEA development, control plans.

• Experience with PLM,ERP,MES,configuration and data management systems

• Experience building and producing…