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
As a Product Designer, you will be responsible for delivering novel design solutions for Mosaic, True Anomaly’s React-based software product for space superiority. Mosaic is a highly differentiated ground software system, purpose-built for on-orbit Command and Control (C2), Battle Management, training and testing use cases.
A successful candidate can keep an eye on the horizontal product experience while also owning the entire design lifecycle from research to precise execution. You will translate complex technical challenges and business outcomes into robust, performant interface solutions alongside engineers, operators, and product owners.
This a unique, high-impact opportunity to be a force multiplier within the Mosaic development team. As an early member of the Product Design team, you will have a direct impact on Mosaic product strategy, craft, and design culture at True Anomaly.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Balance end-to-end design efforts across different program milestones and internal product development initiatives
- Collaborate daily with product owners, software engineers, space operators, SMEs, and other stakeholders to design novel workflows and interfaces
- Continuously iterate on low to high-fidelity mockups and prototypes
- Contribute to and improve Mosaic’s design system + component library
QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years of experience in product design/UX, preferably in fast-paced startup environments
- Portfolio work highlighting shipped, complex interface workflows
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellence in both visual and interaction design
- Expertise in modern design mockup tools (we use Figma)
- Awareness of how front-end interfaces are built (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Typescript, etc.)
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- Experience in space, industrial, gaming, or defense industries
- History of mentoring other designers and scaling team capabilities
COMPENSATION
- Colorado Base Salary: $125,000-$160,000
- California Base Salary: $135,000-$165,000
- 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—while we observe a hybrid work environment, some work must be done on site at either our Denver or Long Beach facility.
- 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-Hybrid
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.
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