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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\n Equity 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\nTrue Anomaly is seekinga talented and experienced Senior Motor Control Engineer to lead the design, development, and integration of motor control systems for spacecraft mechanisms. Reporting to the Mechanisms Engineering Manager, you will own the motor control domain end-to-end-from control algorithm development and firmware implementation through drive electronics design, testing, and on-orbit validation. You will be responsible forthe motor control solutions that drive precision pointing gimbals, solar array drive assemblies (SADA), deployment mechanisms, and other critical actuation systems across our spacecraft platforms. As a senior contributor, you will define motor control architectures, drive technical trades balancing performance and reliability, mentor team members, and collaborate closely with mechanisms, avionics, GNC, and test teams to deliver high-reliability solutions for space. \nRESPONSIBILITIES\nOwn the design and development of motor control systems for spacecraft mechanisms, including brushless DC motors, stepper motors, and associated drive electronics \nDevelop motor control firmware for precision actuation systems, including closed-loop servo control, commutation algorithms, and fault detection \nDesign and prototype motor drive electronics, including gate drivers, power stages, current sensing, and feedback interfaces \nDevelop and implement control algorithms for precision pointing, tracking, and positioning applications with tight stability and disturbance rejection requirements \nDefine motor control architecture and interface requirements for solar array drive assemblies (SADA), solar array drive electronics (SADE), deployment mechanisms, and precision gimbals \nLead COTS component selection and qualification for motor control systems, including motors, drivers, sensors, and feedback devices \nCollaborate with the GNC team to integrate motor control systems into spacecraft attitude determination and control loops \nLead motor and actuator trade studies, including performance modeling, power budgeting, thermal analysis, and reliability assessment \nDevelop test plans and lead testing campaigns for motor control systems, including characterization, environmental testing, and life testing \nDevelop and maintain motor control documentation, including control specifications, firmware design documents, test procedures, and integration guides \nSupport hardware through integration, launch, and on-orbit operations, including commissioning and troubleshooting \nDrive continuous improvement of motor control architectures, test approaches, and development processes \nQUALIFICATIONS\nBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field \n5+ years of professional experience in motor control engineering \nExperience with stepper motor control and microstepping techniques \nStrong background in control theory, including PID control, state-space methods, and stability analysis \nExperience with motor control firmware development in C/C++ for embedded systems \nExperience designing motor drive electronics, including gate drivers, power stages, and current sensing circuits \nProficiency with simulation and analysis tools such as MATLAB, Simulink, or similar \nExperience with motor control testing using oscilloscopes, power analyzers, dynamometers, and torque measurement systems \nExcellent written and verbal communication skills \nPREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE\nMaster's degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field \nExperience with spacecraft motor control systems, including solar array drive assemblies (SADA), reaction wheels, or precision pointing mechanisms \nExperience with radiation-tolerant motor control design and fault mitigation strategies for space applications \nExperience with high-reliability motor control design practices and derating analysis \nKnowledge of position feedback systems including resolvers, encoders, and Hall effect sensors \nExperience with PCB design tools (Altium Designer preferred) and schematic capture for motor drive circuits \nFamiliarity with FPGA-based motor control implementation \nExperience with thermal management for motor drive electronics in vacuum environments \nKnowledge of MIL-SPEC and NASA standards applicable to spacecraft motor control systems \nExperience working in a fast-paced, startup environment or a similarly dynamic setting \nCOMPENSATION\nBase Salary: $135,000 - $200,000\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\nAbility to maintainor obtain TS//SCI clearance \nWork Location -Successful candidates will be located near Centennial or Long Beach. While we observe a hybrid work environment, some work must be done on site.\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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