Test Engineer at True Anomaly in Long Beach, CA

Summary: True Anomaly is a company focused on building innovative technology for space security and sustainability. They are seeking highly motivated Test Engineers to support the design, planning, and execution of test campaigns for aerospace defense systems, ensuring that systems meet performance and mission-critical requirements. Responsibilities: - Define and lead test strategies for major programs, including requirements verification, procedure development, and execution oversight - Author and review test documentation including plans, procedures, readiness reports, and compliance matrices - Analyze complex test data, resolve anomalies, and lead root cause investigations and corrective actions - Oversee test campaigns involving multiple disciplines (thermal, structural, electromagnetic interference/electromagnetic compatibility, functional) and ensure full traceability to system requirements - Serve as the technical point of contact for internal and external test-related communications - Interface with program leadership, customers, and regulatory bodies during design reviews and formal test events - Ensure compliance with industry and military standards for test planning and reporting Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in relevant engineering field - Years of relevant experience in test engineering for aerospace, defense, or high-reliability systems in line with engineering level - Knowledge of environmental and performance test methodologies and standards - Experience leading complex test campaigns and multidisciplinary teams - Strong background in data analysis, systems engineering, and failure analysis - Excellent communication, leadership, and technical documentation skills - U.S. Citizenship required due to government contracts Preferred Qualifications: - Master's or higher degree in relevant engineering field - Expertise with data acquisition, test automation, and scripting (LabVIEW, Python, MATLAB) - Experience with test standards such as MIL-STD-810, DO-160, or NASA/DoD specs - Experience working in classified or secure test environments - Active Secret or Top Secret clearance Required Skills: Test engineering, Data analysis, Aerospace systems Important Skills: Environmental testing, Performance testing, Test automation, Scripting Nice-to-Have Skills: Failure analysis, Multidisciplinary teamwork Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave