Wargame Modeling and Simulation Engineer

A new space race has begun. True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build innovative technology that solves the next generation of engineering, manufacturing, and operational challenges for space security and sustainability.

OUR MISSION

The peaceful use of space is essential for continued prosperity on Earth—from communications and finance to navigation and logistics. True Anomaly builds innovative technology at the intersection of spacecraft, software, and AI to enhance the capabilities of the U.S., its allies, and commercial partners. We safeguard global security by ensuring space access and sustainability for all.

OUR VALUES

• Be the offset. We create asymmetric advantages with creativity and ingenuity
• What would it take? We challenge assumptions to deliver ambitious results
• It’s the people. Our team is our competitive advantage and we are better together
  
  

YOUR MISSION

Game on! True Anomaly is developing a wargaming capability to evaluate system and architecture performance, develop and evaluate tactics and automated mission planning tools, and evaluate requirements trades in realistic operational scenarios. This role leverages your background in Astrodynamics and system modeling and simulation to develop Python-based models for various space systems including finite maneuvers, RPO, launch trajectories, onboard sensors & payloads, and other related capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to development of True Anomaly’s space systems wargame capability by developing and testing dynamic spacecraft and payload models, including related physics
• Integrating and testing Python-based models into an existing physics simulation
• Provide guidance to dedicated software engineers who build out high-performance capabilities in C or other compiled languages
• Work proactively and independently in a fast-paced work environment
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science (MS preferred) in engineering, physics, math, or a related technical discipline.
• Typically 3-5 years experience (2 with advanced degree) applying modeling & simulation tools to answer challenging, open-ended questions related to the design, development, and operation of space systems
• Experience with astrodynamics and orbital mechanics modeling & simulation, including orbital perturbations, propagation techniques, and satellite maneuver planning including RPO
• Experience with dynamic physics simulations, including interaction between multiple vehicles/systems and environmental effects
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to handle complex and dynamic mission scenarios
• Willingness to develop new skills on the job as required to support a variety of efforts
• Experience with code configuration management tools such as github is highly desired
• Experience with system behavior modeling including Finite State Machines or Behavior Trees is a plus
• Must be proficient in Python programming language, experience with C is a plus
  
  

Compensation

• Base Salary: $125,000 - $190,000
• Equity Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave
  
  

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience.

Additional Requirements

• Work Location—Successful candidates will be located near Colorado Springs, Denver or LA.
• 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.

To 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.

We value diversity of experience, knowledge, backgrounds and perspectives and harness these qualities to create extraordinary impact. True Anomaly is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of sex, race, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, citizenship, marital, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, maternity or related condition (including breastfeeding) or any other basis as protected by applicable law. If you have a disability or additional need that requires accommodation, please do not hesitate to let us know.