AI summary
Mid-career Mechanical Engineer (Tooling & MGSE II–III) designing and delivering spacecraft assembly/integration tooling as an individual contributor with growing technical leadership on the Space Systems manufacturing team. True Anomaly builds autonomous spacecraft, mission software, and space-based interceptors. Standout perk: equity plus comprehensive benefits (medical/dental/vision, 401k, parental leave, PTO).
Key skills
Tooling & MGSE design for spacecraft AI&T3D CAD (Creo or NX; Catia V5)2D production drawings (GD&T implied)PLM/PDM (Windchill or Teamcenter)Tolerance and stack-up analysisVendor management through fabrication and acceptanceWork instructions, lift plans, BOMs, manufacturing routersRoot cause analysis and CAPAStructural analysis tools (ANSYS Workbench, FEMAP/NASTRAN)Ability to obtain Secret clearance (ITAR eligibility)
Salary not listed — comparable Long Beach, CA mid-level spacecraft tooling/MGSE mechanical engineer roles typically pay about $110k–$155k base, depending on clearance and experience.
You'll thrive here if you can independently design spacecraft assembly fixtures and handling equipment, collaborate with vendors through build/acceptance, and start mentoring others in a fast-paced space manufacturing environment.
Why apply
- Equity plus full benefits
- PTO and paid holidays
- 401K and parental leave
True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build the technology that secures it.
We build autonomous spacecraft, advanced payloads, mission software, and space-based interceptors — enabling the U.We are seeking a Mid-Career Spacecraft Tooling & MGSE Design Engineer to serve as a capable individual contributor on our Space Systems manufacturing team. You will independently execute tooling and MGSE designs ranging from assembly fixtures and handling systems to STE and precision integration equipment, while beginning to take on mentoring and technical leadership responsibilities. Design and develop tooling and MGSE for spacecraft AI&T including assembly fixtures, lifting and handling systems (spreader bars, lift adapters, rotation fixtures), transportation and environmental containers, STE/ATP fixtures, and cleanroom tooling.
Develop 3D CAD models and production-level 2D drawings in CREO or NX; manage design configurations through Windchill or Teamcenter PLM/PDM.
5) and perform tolerance and stack-up analyses with increasing independence.
Support and begin to lead vendors through the fabrication cycle: coordinate design reviews, monitor build progress, and lead tool inspection and acceptance activities.
Provide technical mentorship and design guidance to entry-level engineers on the team.
support technical presentations for program management and customers.
Draft, review, and redline work instructions, lift plans, BOMs, and manufacturing routers for spacecraft assembly operations.
Support root cause analyses on tooling anomalies and contribute to CAPA implementation.
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related STEM field.
Proficiency in 3D CAD (CREO, NX, CATIA V5, or equivalent) and PLM/PDM (Windchill or Teamcenter).
5) and demonstrated experience performing tolerance and stack-up analyses.
proficient in MS Office Suite.
ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
Exposure to optical instrument handling fixtures or gravity offload systems for deployable structures.
Experience designing large structural weldments for tooling or GSE applications — welded steel frames, integration stands, support structures, or handling fixture bases — including joint selection, weld symbol callouts per AWS A2.Structural analysis exposure (ANSYS Workbench, FEMAP/NASTRAN) for tooling qualification.
Background in commercial or military aircraft assembly jig and fixture design.
Active Secret or TS/SCI clearance.
Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave
To submit your application, please follow the directions below. #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.If you have a disability or additional need that requires accommodation, please do not hesitate to let us.
We build autonomous spacecraft, advanced payloads, mission software, and space-based interceptors — enabling the U.We are seeking a Mid-Career Spacecraft Tooling & MGSE Design Engineer to serve as a capable individual contributor on our Space Systems manufacturing team. You will independently execute tooling and MGSE designs ranging from assembly fixtures and handling systems to STE and precision integration equipment, while beginning to take on mentoring and technical leadership responsibilities. Design and develop tooling and MGSE for spacecraft AI&T including assembly fixtures, lifting and handling systems (spreader bars, lift adapters, rotation fixtures), transportation and environmental containers, STE/ATP fixtures, and cleanroom tooling.
Develop 3D CAD models and production-level 2D drawings in CREO or NX; manage design configurations through Windchill or Teamcenter PLM/PDM.
5) and perform tolerance and stack-up analyses with increasing independence.
Support and begin to lead vendors through the fabrication cycle: coordinate design reviews, monitor build progress, and lead tool inspection and acceptance activities.
Provide technical mentorship and design guidance to entry-level engineers on the team.
support technical presentations for program management and customers.
Draft, review, and redline work instructions, lift plans, BOMs, and manufacturing routers for spacecraft assembly operations.
Support root cause analyses on tooling anomalies and contribute to CAPA implementation.
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related STEM field.
Proficiency in 3D CAD (CREO, NX, CATIA V5, or equivalent) and PLM/PDM (Windchill or Teamcenter).
5) and demonstrated experience performing tolerance and stack-up analyses.
proficient in MS Office Suite.
ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
Exposure to optical instrument handling fixtures or gravity offload systems for deployable structures.
Experience designing large structural weldments for tooling or GSE applications — welded steel frames, integration stands, support structures, or handling fixture bases — including joint selection, weld symbol callouts per AWS A2.Structural analysis exposure (ANSYS Workbench, FEMAP/NASTRAN) for tooling qualification.
Background in commercial or military aircraft assembly jig and fixture design.
Active Secret or TS/SCI clearance.
Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave
To submit your application, please follow the directions below. #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.If you have a disability or additional need that requires accommodation, please do not hesitate to let us.