Machine Learning Engineer (II-III), Space Agentic AI
At a glance
Mid-level Machine Learning Engineering role at True Anomaly. Denver · $125,000–$220,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Help build, train and assess machine-learning models for mission tasks such as object classification and anomaly detection
- Prepare data for modeling by supporting ingestion, preprocessing and feature creation pipelines
- Run experiments, record outcomes and use evaluation results to help refine models
- Write Python that is clear, documented and testable while contributing alongside other engineers
What you bring
- A relevant bachelor's degree plus two to four years of experience, or a related master's degree with no experience required
- Proficiency in Python and a grounding in supervised and unsupervised learning and model assessment
- Some exposure to PyTorch, TensorFlow or JAX through study, research or personal work
- Solid foundations in linear algebra, statistics and probability
Who this fits
This role suits an early-career engineer who wants to develop ML capabilities for space-related tasks and learn alongside more experienced engineers. It is fully on-site, with daily commuting to the Denver or Long Beach office required. U.S. citizenship, permanent residency, protected-individual status or eligibility for required State Department authorizations is necessary.
From the employer
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.
BENEFITS & PERKS*
- Best-in-class healthcare: 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, with HSA/HRA options
- Generous time off: Flexible Time Off (FTO) for exempt employees, accrued PTO of up to 25 days for non-exempt employees, plus 12 paid holidays; Parental Leave; Sick Leave
- Fuel for your day: Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks for in-office employees
- And more: 401(k) retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, and Dog Fridays
- Equity participation: Equity is included as part of our total compensation package, giving you an opportunity to share in the company’s success.
*Do not apply to fixed term and temporary roles
YOUR MISSION
As a member of the Applied Algorithms and Autonomy team, you will contribute to the design and development of machine learning and AI capabilities for True Anomaly. Working alongside experienced engineers, you will support the development of models and pipelines that enable object classification, anomaly detection, and data-driven decision-making. You are curious, driven, and eager to grow — someone who takes ownership of their work and isn't afraid to tackle hard problems.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist in the development, training, and evaluation of ML models across a range of mission-relevant tasks
- Support data ingestion, preprocessing, and feature engineering pipelines
- Run experiments, track results, and contribute to model evaluation and iteration
- Write clean, documented, and testable Python code as part of a collaborative engineering team
- Learn and grow alongside senior engineers, contributing meaningfully from day one
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, machine learning, data science, electrical engineering, or a similar discipline, plus 2-4 years of experience; or a Master's degree in one of these fields with no experience required.
- Proficiency in Python
- Foundational understanding of machine learning concepts including supervised learning, unsupervised learning, and model evaluation
- Exposure to ML frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, or JAX through coursework, research, or personal projects
- Strong mathematical fundamentals in linear algebra, statistics, and probability
- Eagerness to learn, take feedback, and grow in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment
- Passion for spaceflight and advancing capabilities related to space domain awareness and space security
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- Internship, research, or project experience applying ML to real-world or research datasets
- Familiarity with classification, regression, clustering, or anomaly detection techniques
- Experience with version control (Git) and basic software engineering practices
- Exposure to MLOps concepts such as experiment tracking or model versioning
- Coursework or project work in deep learning, computer vision, or time-series analysis
COMPENSATION
- Base Salary: $125,000 - $220,000
- 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 is a fully onsite role. Candidates must be based in or able to commute to our Denver or Long Beach office daily.
- 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.
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