True Anomaly
Space
DevelopmentTestTechnicianManager
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“Development Test Technician Manager at True Anomaly. Skills: Development Test Technician Management, Team Leadership, Test Operations Management, Safety Compliance, Workforce Development. Recruit, build, and manage a team of development test technicians across propulsion, fluids, structural, and systems test disciplines. Own the day-to-day scheduling, tasking, and prioritization of technician support across concurrent test campaigns and site operations”
What You'll Achieve.
decisive capabilities for space superiority; secure the space environment and counter threats; build a high-performing, safety-first test site team; ensure technician readiness for upcoming test campaigns; hardware is prepped, instrumented, and configured to plan; Champion a safety culture on the test floor; continuous improvement of test floor efficiency, turnaround time, and build quality
Industry & Context.
investigate technician-level anomalies, near-misses, and safety incidents; driving corrective actions and lessons learned
U. S. Citizenship required due to government contracts, Work Location—Successful candidates will be located near Denver or Colorado Springs, some work must be done on site, Work environment—the work 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, 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, Active DoD clearance or ability to obtain one
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Technical degree or certification in avionics, electronics, fluids, welding, or related field, Significant hands-on experience as a test technician or test operator in aerospace, defense, or high-reliability systems, at least 3 years in a supervisory or lead technician role, Direct experience supporting test operations across propulsion, fluid systems, or structural test disciplines, Deep knowledge of hazardous test site operations including propellant handling, high-pressure systems, and load application equipment, Proven ability to build, train, and retain a skilled technician workforce in a fast-paced environment, understanding of safety compliance, OSHA requirements, and range safety standards applicable to test site operations, U. S. Citizenship required due to government contracts
Nice to Have
IPC/WHMA-A-620 and IPC-A-610 certification, Familiarity with ERP and MES systems for production tracking, Background in automated test equipment and GSE integration, Familiarity with data acquisition systems and test instrumentation, Experience with multiple types of propulsion systems, 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
What You'll Do.
and manage a team of development test technicians across propulsion
and systems test disciplines
Own the day-to-day scheduling
and prioritization of technician support across concurrent test campaigns and site operations
Develop and maintain technician training
and certification programs for all hazardous and specialized operations including propellant handling
high-load structural testing
and precision instrumentation
Establish and enforce standard work practices
and quality standards for all hands-on test site activities
Partner with test engineers and the Site Engineering Manager to ensure technician readiness for upcoming test campaigns and that hardware is prepped
and configured to plan
and consumables readiness for the technician team including inventory management
and maintenance scheduling
Lead and investigate technician-level anomalies
driving corrective actions and lessons learned back into site procedures
Champion a safety culture on the test floor and serve as the primary point of accountability for hands-on operational safety
Provide performance feedback
and growth opportunities for technicians at all experience levels
Drive continuous improvement of test floor efficiency
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Partner with test engineers and the Site Engineering Manager
Process & Methodology
scheduling, tasking, prioritization, inventory management, calibration tracking, maintenance scheduling
Full Job Description
Space is a warfighting domain. True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build the technology that secures it. OUR MISSION True 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. 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 We are seeking an experienced Development Test Technician Manager to build, lead, and develop the technician workforce supporting a multi-discipline test site. You will own the hands-on execution capability of the site — ensuring your team has the skills, tools, training, and processes to safely and efficiently support engine, propulsion, fluids, structural, and systems-level test campaigns. This is a role for a leader who has deep technical roots as a technician or test operator and knows what it takes to build a high-performing, safety-first test site team from the ground up. RESPONSIBILITIES Recruit, build, and manage a team of development test technicians across propulsion, fluids, structural, and systems test disciplines. Own the day-to-day scheduling, tasking, and prioritization of technician support across concurrent test campaigns and site operations. Develop and maintain technician training, qualification, and certification programs for all hazardous and specialized operations including propellant handling, pressure systems, high-load structural testing, and precision instrumentation. Establish and enforce standard work practices, safety procedures, and quality standards for all hands-on test site activities. Partner with test engineers and the Site Engineering Manager to ensure technicia
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