Engineering Manager Test and Launch Site

YOUR MISSION

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.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Site Operations: Own day-to-day operations of the test facility, including staffing, scheduling, facility maintenance, and infrastructure readiness. Ensure the site is always prepared to support active test campaigns with zero unplanned downtime.

• Test Campaign Execution: Lead and coordinate propulsion, fluids, and structures test campaigns from setup through data delivery. Drive test readiness reviews, manage test article configuration, and hold the team accountable to campaign milestones.

• Team Leadership: Hire, develop, and manage a team of engineers, test technicians, and site personnel. Foster a high-performance culture built on safety, precision, and urgency.

• Safety and Range Safety: Own site safety for all hazardous operations including propellant handling, pressurized systems, high-energy testing, and structural load applications. Develop and enforce safety plans, procedures, and emergency response protocols. Interface with range safety authorities and regulatory agencies as required.

• Facility and Ground Support Equipment: Establish and oversee maintenance, calibration, and certification of test stands, ground support equipment, data acquisition systems, and site infrastructure. Manage vendor relationships and service contracts to keep critical systems operational.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Serve as the primary interface between the test site and engineering, quality, and program management teams. Communicate test status, anomalies, site risks, and resource needs clearly and proactively.

• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure site operations comply with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations including FAA, EPA, and fire authority requirements. Maintain permits, safety documentation, and inspection records.

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

• 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.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• 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

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 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

COMPENSATION

• Base Salary:
  • Manager: $150,000-$205,000
  • Senior Manager: $165,000-$230,000
    

• 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—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