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True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build the technology that secures it.\nOUR MISSION\nTrue 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.\nOUR VALUES\nBe the offset. We create asymmetric advantages with creativity and ingenuity.\nWhat would it take? We challenge assumptions to deliver ambitious results.\nIt’s the people. Our team is our competitive advantage and we are better together.\nBENEFITS & PERKS*\nBest-in-class healthcare: 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, with HSA/HRA options\n Generous time off: 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\nFuel for your day: Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks for in-office employees\n And more: 401(k) retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, and Dog Fridays\nEquity participation: Equity is included as part of our total compensation package, giving you an opportunity to share in the company’s success.\n*Do not apply to fixed term and temporary roles\nYOUR MISSION\nWe are seeking highly motivated Data and Control Systems Test Engineers to design, build, and operate the instrumentation, data acquisition, and test control systems that enable spacecraft testing. You will work closely with test engineers across all disciplines to define instrumentation requirements, develop data acquisition architectures, design and implement automated test control systems, and deliver high-quality test data for engineering analysis. In this role, you will architect DAQ systems for complex test campaigns, develop test automation and sequencing software, commission and calibrate instrumentation, troubleshoot hardware and software integration issues, and ensure test data integrity and traceability. This position offers an excellent opportunity to build mission-critical test infrastructure in a fast-paced, hands-on environment. \nRESPONSIBILITIES \nDesign and implement data acquisition systems for propulsion, fluids, mechanical, avionics, and environmental test campaigns including sensor selection, signal conditioning, and DAQ hardware architecture. \nDevelop automated test control and sequencing software using LabVIEW, Python, MATLAB, or similar platforms to enable safe, repeatable, and efficient test execution. \nDefine instrumentation requirements and sensor layouts in collaboration with test engineers to ensure full test objective coverage and requirements traceability. \nCommission, calibrate, and validate instrumentation and DAQ systems prior to test campaigns, including end-to-end checkout and uncertainty analysis. \nDevelop real-time monitoring displays, safety interlocks, and automated abort logic for hazardous test operations. \nPerform post-test data processing, analysis, and visualization to support engineering disposition and requirements verification. \nTroubleshoot DAQ hardware, instrumentation, control system software, and network connectivity issues during test operations. \nEstablish and maintain data management processes including file naming conventions, metadata standards, archival procedures, and configuration control for test data. \nInterface with avionics, software, and systems engineering teams to integrate spacecraft telemetry and command interfaces into ground test systems. \n\nQUALIFICATIONS \nBachelor's degree in electrical, computer, aerospace, mechanical engineering, computer science, or related technical discipline. \nYears of relevant experience in data acquisition, test automation, instrumentation, or control systems engineering for aerospace, defense, or high-reliability test environments in line with engineering level. \nHands-on experience with data acquisition hardware (National Instruments, Keysight, HBM,etc.) and software platforms (LabVIEW, MATLAB, Python) \nStrong programming skills in at least one language commonly used for test automation(Python, LabVIEW, MATLAB, C/C++). \nWorking knowledge of instrumentation including pressure transducers, thermocouples, load cells, strain gauges, accelerometers, and flow meters. \nExperience with signal conditioning, analog and digital I/O, and measurement uncertainty analysis. \nStrong troubleshooting skills for hardware and software integration issues in test environments. \nExcellent communication and collaboration skills with ability to work across multidisciplinary test teams. \nU.S. Citizenship required due to government contracts. \n\nPREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE \nMaster's degree in electrical, computer, or aerospace engineering. \nExperience with real-time control systems, PLC programming, or embedded systems development. \nFamiliarity with spacecraft avionics interfaces, telemetry protocols, and command and data handling systems. \nExperience with high-speed data acquisition, video synchronization, or distributed DAQ architectures. \nKnowledge of Ethernet-based instrumentation protocols (Modbus TCP, EtherCAT, PROFINET). \nExperience with version control (Git), continuous integration, and software development best practices for test systems. \nFamiliarity with hazardous test operations including propulsion testing, high-pressure systems, or environmental chambers. \nExperience with test data analysis tools and visualization platforms (Grafana, Tableau, custom dashboards). \nBackground in systems engineering, requirements verification, or test planning. \nActive Secret or Top Secret clearance. \nCOMPENSATION AND BENEFITS \nBase Salary: \nTest Engineer 3:$125,000-$155,000\nSenior Test Engineer: $140,000-$175,000\nEquity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave \nYour actual level and base salary will be determinedon a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience. \nADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS\nWork Location - this a fully onsite position based out of our Long Beach, CA office.\nWork 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.\n Physical demands -the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.\nThis position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submityour application, please follow the directions below. #LI-Onsite\nTo 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.\nTrue 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 know.\nTo protect candidates and our company from application fraud and impersonation, we use third-party tools to verify applicant identity and detect fraudulent applications. 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