Software Engineering Manager (Modeling and Simulation)

About True Anomaly

True Anomaly, a pioneering company in space security.

Responsibilities

• Manager (Modeling and Simulation), you will lead a team of engineers in developing high-fidelity physics-based models and digital twin capabilities.
• Your focus will be on people leadership, technical direction, and ensuring alignment with the broader simulation roadmap.
• Construire et diriger une équipe d'ingénieurs en modélisation et simulation, en assurant leur croissance, leur performance et leur livraison.
• Fournir une direction technique sur l'architecture de modélisation, les stratégies de validation et les approches d'intégration.
• Définir et posséder la feuille de route de l'équipe en collaboration avec le responsable de la simulation, en équilibrant la livraison à court terme avec le développement des capacités à long terme.
• Experience: 8+ years of experience in modeling, simulation, or aerospace engineering with at least 4 years in people management, leading teams of 4+ engineers
• Technical Foundation: Strong foundation in spacecraft system modeling and simulation with depth in areas such as orbital mechanics, attitude dynamics, thermal analysis, power systems, or propulsion (sufficient to provide technical oversight and credibility)
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to translate business objectives into team strategy, prioritize competing demands, and make trade-offs that balance technical excellence with delivery
• Process & Execution: Track record of defining processes, establishing team norms, and driving operational excellence in fast-paced environments
• Experience with modeling and simulation for space domain awareness, proximity operations, or constellation management
• Background partnering with product management to define requirements and prioritize features

Requirements

• Clearance: U.S. Citizen and eligible for DoD Secret or TS/SCI clearance
• Leadership: Proven ability to lead through influence, manage stakeholder expectations, drive execution in ambiguous environments, and deliver results through others
• Collaboration: Strong cross-functional collaboration skills with ability to build relationships, resolve conflicts, and drive consensus
• Education: Master's degree in aerospace, mechanical, or systems engineering, physics, applied mathematics, or related technical field; Ph.D. or Bachelor's degree with equivalent professional experience also accepted
• People Management: Demonstrated track record of building, growing, and developing high-performing engineering teams including hiring, performance management, and career development
• Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with ability to influence senior leadership, translate between technical and non-technical audiences, and represent the team effectively
• Domain Knowledge: Experience with physics-based modeling, simulation frameworks, and validation methodologies for complex aerospace or defense systems

Experience managing geographically distributed or hybrid teams

• Experience managing teams through full product development lifecycles from concept through operations
• Track record delivering complex, multi-quarter initiatives requiring coordination across multiple teams
• Experience with agile methodologies, sprint planning, and iterative delivery in engineering environments
• Background in spacecraft flight dynamics, mission design, GNC algorithm development, or digital twin development

Preferred

• Experience with resource planning, capacity modeling, and headcount justification

Pay

USD 160,000 - 250,000

Benefits

• You will also have the opportunity to shape the future of space security while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package, including 100% employer-sponsored healthcare, generous time off, equity options, and learning and development opportunities.