Engineering Manager Test and Launch Site

As the Test and Launch Site Engineering Manager of True Anomaly's off-site tests, you will own all aspects of site operations supporting propulsion, fluids, and structures testing. You will lead a multidisciplinary team of test technicians and engineers, drive test campaign execution, and ensure the facility operates safely, efficiently, and in compliance with all regulatory requirements. You are the on-site decision-maker — accountable for people, hardware, schedule, and site readiness. 

• →Test schedules executed with milestones met and acceptance/qualification delivered at required quality. 

• →Efficiency and automation efforts measurably reduce turn time and increase throughput each iteration. 

• →Capacity plans that maximize utilization, minimize downtime, while preventing bottlenecks. 

• →High first-time yield at quality with reduced anomalies demonstrate process maturity. 

• →Team engagement and technical excellence known across the organization. 

• →Test processes that are scalable, disciplined, and trusted by stakeholders.  

• Technical degree in aerospace, mechanical, chemical, or a relevant engineering or technical field 

• Significant experience in aerospace test operations, including propulsion or fluids system testing 

• Proven experience managing a test site, test team, or remote operations facility 

• Deep understanding of hazardous materials handling, pressurized systems safety, and high-energy test protocols 

• Experience leading test readiness reviews and managing test campaigns end-to-end 

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities across multiple concurrent test programs 

• Master’s degree in mechanical, aerospace, chemical engineering or equivalent discipline. 

• Experience with multiple types of propulsion systems 

• Familiarity with data acquisition systems and test instrumentation 

• Experience interfacing with regulatory agencies and range safety authorities 

• Prior experience standing up or scaling a test facility 

• Active DoD clearance or ability to obtain one 

• Work Location—this a fully onsite position based out of our Long Beach, CA office.
• 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