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GNC Engineer, RPO

True Anomaly · On-site

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Last seen by MeritLog September 11, 2026Source: GreenhouseSource version: greenhouse-job-board-v1

MeritLog read this listing from True Anomaly's Greenhouse job board and last checked it on September 11, 2026.

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Job details

Work model: On-site
Salary: $115,000 – $300,000
Location: Denver, CO or Long Beach, CA

Hiring context

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What the role asks for

What you'd do

Perform mission design activities and trade studies of various RPO navigation and control architectures and algorithms
Design and develop robust RPO estimation, optimization, fault detection, and scheduling algorithms in C++
Test and verify algorithms via software and hardware in the loop simulation
Perform statistical analysis (Monte Carlo, linear covariance analysis) to support proximity operations performance characterization
Work with the Space Operations team to integrate RPO plans and support post-flight analysis

What they're asking for

Bachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering or similar disciplineEducation
Experienced with C/C++ and PythonSkill
2+ years of experience with RPO mission designExperience
Demonstrated ability to work in a multidisciplinary team and solve complex problems with first principles approachesSkill
Passion for spaceflight and advancing capabilities related to space domain awareness and space securitySkill
U.S. Citizen and eligible for DoD Secret or TS/SCI clearanceCredential
Master’s or PhD in aerospace engineering or similar disciplineEducationPreferred
2+ years of professional experience writing high-reliability, production C/C++ codeExperiencePreferred
Deep technical expertise in one or more of the following: spacecraft relative navigation, astrodynamics, estimation theory, trajectory optimization, planning and scheduling algorithmsSkillPreferred

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Job description

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. RESPONSIBILITIES • Perform mission design activities and trade studies of various RPO navigation and control architectures and algorithms • Design and develop robust RPO estimation, optimization, fault detection, and scheduling algorithms in C++ • Test and verify algorithms via software and hardware in the loop simulation • Perform statistical analysis (Monte Carlo, linear covariance analysis) to support proximity operations performance characterization • Work with the Space Operations team to integrate RPO plans and support post-flight analysis QUALIFICATIONS • Bachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering or similar discipline • Experienced with C/C++ and Python • 2+ years of experience with RPO mission design • Demonstrated ability to work in a multidisciplinary team and solve complex problems with first principles approaches • Passion for spaceflight and advancing capabilities related to space domain awareness and space security • U.S. Citizen and eligible for DoD Secret or TS/SCI clearance PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE • Master’s or PhD in aerospace engineering or similar discipline • 2+ years of professional experience writing high-reliability, production C/C++ code • Deep technical expertise in one or more of the following: spacecraft relative navigation, astrodynamics, estimation theory, trajectory optimization, planning and scheduling algorithms COMPENSATION • Base Salary: $115,000 - $300,000 • 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 • Work Location- This is an onsite position, successful candidates will be located near Long Beach, CA or Denver, CO. • 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 submit your application, please follow the directions below. #LI-Onsite 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.

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