Mechanical Engineer, Space Based Interceptors (I - III)
True Anomaly · Long Beach, CA or Denver, CO
Posted about 3 months ago · $75,000- $165,000
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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 a Mechanical Engineer at True Anomaly, you will be involved in the design and development of flight hardware for advanced defense aerospace programs, particularly focusing on space-based interceptors and hypersonic flight vehicles. Your responsibilities will include optimizing mechanical structures, developing CAD models, and supporting integration efforts for various systems while ensuring performance and reliability in extreme environments.
- 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 Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
- 1–4 years of professional experience in mechanical design, preferably within Space Based Interceptors, hypersonic systems, defense aerospace, or a related industry
- Hands-on experience with 3D CAD modeling and drawing creation in NX (Siemens) and/or SolidWorks
- Working knowledge of GD&T principles and their application to piece part and assembly drawings
- Familiarity with structural and mechanical design principles relevant to high-dynamic-pressure and thermally demanding flight environments
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
Nice to have
- Experience designing hardware for high-performance flight environments
- Familiarity with interceptor, kill vehicle, or re-entry system hardware
- Exposure to TPS design or high-temperature materials
- Familiarity with hypersonic flight vehicle aeroshell design concepts
- Exposure to propulsion system mechanical integration
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 participation as part of total compensation
Worth weighing
- No remote work; this is a fully onsite role
- Base salary range is broad ($75,000 - $165,000) and will vary based on multiple factors
- Active U.S. security clearance may be required
- Work environment details are not specified, which could affect job conditions
Summarised from True Anomaly's posting. Read the full original.
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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