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Director, Production and Test Engineering

True Anomaly · Denver, CO

Posted about 3 months ago · $190,000 - $265,000

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open
81 days
True Anomaly's roles stay open a median of 81 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
Yes
95% of True Anomaly's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at True Anomaly
high
179 stale, 4 reposted of 183 open
Hiring momentum
220 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-10-23

Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from True Anomaly's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for True Anomaly.

About this role

As the Director of Production and Test Engineering, you will lead a team in Denver focused on delivering fully qualified spacecraft within tight timelines. Your role involves overseeing production and test processes, managing schedules, and improving efficiency while ensuring compliance with industry standards. You will also mentor team members and drive automation initiatives to enhance production capabilities.

Our read on this posting3.6out of 5
benefits
3/5
freshness
1/5
career value
4/5
role clarity
5/5
pay transparency
5/5

Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of True Anomaly as an employer.

What you need

  • Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, Mechanical, Aerospace Engineering, or a related discipline
  • Over 10 years of experience in space component, spacecraft production, and testing
  • In-depth knowledge of AS9100/ISO9001 production standards, requirements, and testing protocols
  • Proven track record in managing high-rate, complex components and assemblies, as well as executing detailed test plans
  • Extensive experience with MRP, PLM, and MES application systems, and the integration of automation components across these systems
  • Strong expertise in lean manufacturing principles, rapid prototyping methodologies, and environmental testing such as vibration, thermal, or shock testing

Nice to have

  • Master’s degree in manufacturing, mechanical, aerospace engineering or equivalent discipline
  • 15+ years of experience in space component and/or spacecraft production and testing
  • Experience with CNC, tube bending, and other production equipment
  • Familiarity with LabVIEW, MATLAB, or Python for data processing or test automation
  • Capable of building and maintaining IMS schedules with Program Management and schedulers with a deep understanding of critical paths and mitigation techniques

What you get

  • 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, with HSA/HRA options
  • 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
  • Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks for in-office employees
  • 401(k) retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, and Dog Fridays
  • Equity is included as part of our total compensation package.

Worth weighing

  • No remote work; some work must be done on site in Denver, CO
  • High responsibility role with a focus on efficiency and automation, which may involve significant pressure to meet aggressive timelines
  • Active U.S. citizenship or eligibility for required authorizations due to ITAR regulations is necessary.

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Listed by True Anomaly on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-23. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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