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JA
Apr 26, 2026
Full time
Powertrain Mechanical Engineer, Battery
$104,000 - $144,000 yearly
Joby Aviation San Carlos, CA
Company Overview Imagine a piloted air taxi that takes off vertically, then quietly carries you and your fellow passengers over the congested city streets below, enabling you to spend more time with the people and places that matter most. At Joby, we've been working to make that dream a reality since 2009 and we're now in the final stages of certifying our aircraft with the FAA. With plans to launch our aircraft in the US and Dubai, we're now scaling manufacturing and preparing for the launch of our commercial service. Overview Joby Aviation is seeking a passionate Mechanical Engineer to join our Powertrain and Electronics Battery Engineering team in San Carlos, CA to support development of the Joby S4 Electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing vehicle. This individual will be responsible for designing hardware for various systems that power and control the aircraft. This position requires a relentless drive for engineering excellence and the ability to balance complex competing...
AV
Apr 22, 2026
Full time
Mechanical Engineer II
$82,000 - $116,025 yearly
AeroVironment, Inc. Petaluma, CA
Worker Type Regular Job Description Summary The Mechanical Engineer II is part of a design team focused on the development of the next generation UAV systems and their subsystems. This will include all levels and facets of design from conceptual clear through the detailed design and will include building and testing of these systems. Examples of development tasks include: Position Responsibilities Designs structural components, electro-mechanical design, payload mechanical design, ground equipment mechanical design, launching systems, flight control actuators integration, thermal analysis, prototype hardware development, tooling & fixtures design Design work shall be accomplished using CAD tools (SolidWorks), simulation tools (SolidWorks Simulation, ANSYS), and rapid prototyping techniques (3D printing, etc.). Other duties include: developing manufacturing drawings and bills of materials for components and assemblies using industry drafting standards,...
AV
Apr 02, 2026
Full time
Mechanical Engineer, Sr.
AeroVironment, Inc. Moorpark, CA
Worker Type Regular Job Description Summary The Sr. Mechanical Engineer applies engineering techniques to design, install, modify, analyze, repair and test tools, engines, machines and other mechanically functioning equipment. Leads and supports the mechanical design, testing, and production of electrical machines as well as the design of electronics packaging for high altitude aerospace applications. Leads or supports mechanical packaging development effort for electronic equipment that withstand stringent environmental requirements (i.e., mass, volume, thermal, vibration). Manages mid-size development projects outsourced to sub-contractors (development of a system, equipment or components). Position Responsibilities Leads or supports the thermal, structural, dynamic, and fluid flow analysis efforts for electronics equipment Leads the testing and data collection in the laboratory and the field Models the mechanical devices and selects the proper material...
TA
Mar 30, 2026
Full time
Mechanical Engineer, Missile Defense (Senior-Staff)
True Anomaly Long Beach, CA
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 The next generation of missile defense demands hardware that performs flawlessly at...
In
Mar 28, 2026
Full time
Senior Mechanical Engineer I
$150,000 - $180,000 yearly
Innoflight San Diego, CA
GROW WITH US AND STAY EXTRAORDINARY: Launch your career to new heights with Innoflight-one of San Diego's fastest-growing Aerospace and Defense innovators. Here, visionary minds engineer the future of space technology through pioneering, compact, and cyber-secure solutions. From software-defined radios to cutting-edge cryptographic systems and avionics, everything we build powers the next era of New Space. Join our small, agile, and mission-driven team where your work has real impact and your growth has no limits. We're not just reaching for the stars-we're engineering them. Let's innovate the infinite, together. A DAY IN THE LIFE: As a Senior Mechanical Engineer I at Innoflight, you will serve as a principal-level contributor providing technical leadership for the design, analysis, and integration of complex mechanical systems for aerospace and spaceflight applications. You will drive system-level solutions across multiple programs, resolve challenging engineering problems,...
NT
Mar 12, 2026
Full time
Mechanical Engineer
Neros Technologies El Segundo, CA
Who we are Neros is a defense technology company rebuilding America's drone industrial base. We design and manufacture high-performance unmanned systems that are tested in combat, iterated at startup speed, and built at massive scale. Our team culture is fast, hands-on, and obsessed with closing the gap between design and deployment. As drones transform the character of warfare, Neros is delivering the systems the West needs to compete on the modern battlefield and deter the adversaries of democracy. We're hiring engineers, operators, and builders who want to move fast, take on extreme ownership, and get capability into the hands of warfighters in months, not years. What you will be doing As a Mechanical Engineer at Neros, you will own key components and subsystems within our products, starting from the conceptual design phase all the way through mass production. This is a dynamic and exciting role at a rapidly growing startup and presents an opportunity to be a foundational...
JA
Mar 11, 2026
Full time
Mechanical Engineer, System Electronics
Joby Aviation San Carlos, CA
Company Overview Imagine a piloted air taxi that takes off vertically, then quietly carries you and your fellow passengers over the congested city streets below, enabling you to spend more time with the people and places that matter most. Since 2009, our team has worked steadily to make this dream a reality. We've designed and tested many generations of prototype aircraft capable of serving in a network of electric air taxis. We're looking for talented, committed individuals to join our team as we push onward toward certifying the Joby aircraft, scaling our manufacturing, and launching our initial commercial service. Overview This role lives within the System Electronics Mechanical team. This team is responsible for designing the pilot inceptors, air data probe, and numerous computer assemblies across the S4, as well as mechanically designing next-generation perception suites for enabling autonomy for future aircraft. We're seeking a passionate, hands-on, and fundamentally...
TS
Mar 06, 2026
Full time
Senior Mechanical Engineer
Turion Space Irvine, CA
At Turion Space, we're building spacecraft to secure Earth and expand humanity's reach beyond it. As part of our Mechanical Engineering team, you'll help design and build the satellites and mechanisms that make our missions possible. As a Senior Mechanical Engineer , you'll work across the full development lifecycle from early concept and detailed design through analysis, fabrication, integration, and testing. You'll collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team to deliver flight hardware that is robust, reliable, and ready for space. This is a full-time , exempt position based on-site at our Irvine, California headquarters. Key Responsibilities Design metallic structures and propulsion fluid systems under accelerated timelines Review specifications and other engineering data to develop mechanical systems Update designs and drawings through engineering change orders to support our rapid pace of design iteration Create detailed component and assembly drawings...
Ap
Dec 13, 2025
Full time
Senior Mechanical Engineer - Ground Systems, MGSE
Apex Los Angeles, CA
Spacecraft represent the most pressing unmet need across the entire aerospace industry. As more launch vehicles come online and the cost to orbit decreases, more companies launching payloads to space continue to emerge. For the first time in history, this influx of payload companies combined with reduced launch costs has resulted in a massive increase in need for commercial spacecraft platforms, known as satellite buses. These buses hold the payloads of our customers and are flown on launch vehicles. Apex manufactures these satellite buses at scale using a combination of software, vertical integration, and hardware that is designed for manufacturing. Our spacecraft enable the future of society: ranging from earth observation to communications and more. We'd love for you to join us on our mission of providing humankind access to the galaxy beyond our planet. About the Role Apex is looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer - Ground Systems (MGSE) to join our team and help...
As
Aug 25, 2025
Full time
Senior Mechanical Engineer
$140,000 - $185,000 yearly
Astranis San Francisco, CA
As a team, we've launched five satellites into orbit, signed ten commercial deals worth over $1 billion in revenue, raised over $750 million from top global investors, and recruited a team of over 400 world-class engineers. We all work out of our (legendary) San Francisco office, which was once used to build ships during the World Wars. Our satellites, which operate from geostationary orbit (GEO), weigh only 400 kg and utilize a proprietary software-defined radio payload. Each satellite can connect over two million people, and we're very excited for the impact we'll soon have in the Philippines, Mexico, and more! Backed by substantial funding and a passionate, collaborative team, we offer a rewarding work environment where you'll learn and make a significant impact, no matter where you are in your career. Senior Mechanical Engineer As an Astranis Senior Mechanical Engineer you will own the complete lifecycle of various subsystems on our spacecraft. Whether it is incremental...
Ap
Mar 11, 2026
Full time
Spacecraft Mechanical Engineer (Early)
Apex Los Angeles, CA
Spacecraft represent the most pressing unmet need across the entire aerospace industry. As more launch vehicles come online and the cost to orbit decreases, more companies launching payloads to space continue to emerge. For the first time in history, this influx of payload companies combined with reduced launch costs has resulted in a massive increase in need for commercial spacecraft platforms, known as satellite buses. These buses hold the payloads of our customers and are flown on launch vehicles. Apex manufactures these satellite buses at scale using a combination of software, vertical integration, and hardware that is designed for manufacturing. Our spacecraft enable the future of society: ranging from earth observation to communications and more. We'd love for you to join us on our mission of providing humankind access to the galaxy beyond our planet. About the Role Apex is seeking a skilled Mechanical Design Engineer to join our satellite engineering team. In this...
DL
Mar 01, 2026
Full time
Mechanical Engineer II (Job 1283)
DLH San Diego, CA
About Us DLH delivers improved health and national security readiness solutions for federal programs through science research and development, systems engineering and integration, and digital transformation. Our experts in public health, performance evaluation, and health operations solve the complex problems faced by civilian and military customers alike by leveraging advanced tools - including digital transformation, artificial intelligence, data analytics, cloud enablement, modeling, and simulation, and more. With over 2,400 employees dedicated to the idea that "Your Mission is Our Passion," DLH brings a unique combination of government sector experience, proven methodology, and unwavering commitment to innovation to improve the lives of millions. Overview Mechanical engineers research, develop, design, manufacture, and test tools, engines, machines, and other mechanical devices. They work on power-producing machines such as electric generators, internal combustion...
HE
Oct 21, 2025
Full time
Mechanical Engineer
HEICO Temecula, CA
Overview of the Position: The Repairs Engineer will oversee the development, documentation, and deployment of FAA / Operator approved repair parts and procedures. The Repairs Engineer has the responsibility and authority to perform assigned tasks. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Develops repairs for aerospace components (PMA, DER, ERP, OOP) Develops and applies creative solutions to all forms of problems including engineering, technology, supply chain, communication, process flow Uses standard measurement tools such as a micrometer, caliper, depth gage, thread gage, radius gage, comparator, CMM / Precision Arm to gather dimensional data Performs or determines correct material composition / analysis requirements Creates 3D CAD models and dimensional data reports from reverse engineering data Prepares written procedures for test equipment and test plans, develops or assists with development of test equipment Sources appropriate vendors, organizes / executes...
Ap
Aug 25, 2025
Full time
Senior Spacecraft Mechanical Engineer
$165,000 - $195,000 yearly
Apex Los Angeles, CA
Spacecraft represent the most pressing unmet need across the entire aerospace industry. As more launch vehicles come online and the cost to orbit decreases, more companies launching payloads to space continue to emerge. For the first time in history, this influx of payload companies combined with reduced launch costs has resulted in a massive increase in need for commercial spacecraft platforms, known as satellite buses. These buses hold the payloads of our customers and are flown on launch vehicles. Apex manufactures these satellite buses at scale using a combination of software, vertical integration, and hardware that is designed for manufacturing. Our spacecraft enable the future of society: ranging from earth observation to communications and more. We'd love for you to join us on our mission of providing humankind access to the galaxy beyond our planet. About the Role Apex is seeking a skilled Mechanical Design Engineer to join our satellite engineering team. In this...
Ap
Aug 25, 2025
Full time
Spacecraft Mechanical Engineer (Mid)
$115,000 - $145,000 yearly
Apex Los Angeles, CA
Spacecraft represent the most pressing unmet need across the entire aerospace industry. As more launch vehicles come online and the cost to orbit decreases, more companies launching payloads to space continue to emerge. For the first time in history, this influx of payload companies combined with reduced launch costs has resulted in a massive increase in need for commercial spacecraft platforms, known as satellite buses. These buses hold the payloads of our customers and are flown on launch vehicles. Apex manufactures these satellite buses at scale using a combination of software, vertical integration, and hardware that is designed for manufacturing. Our spacecraft enable the future of society: ranging from earth observation to communications and more. We'd love for you to join us on our mission of providing humankind access to the galaxy beyond our planet. About the Role Apex is seeking a skilled Mechanical Design Engineer to join our satellite engineering team. In this...
IV
Apr 06, 2026
Full time
Principal Mechanical Engineer
II-VI Aerospace & Defense Fremont, CA
Job Description Primary Duties & Responsibilities Responsible for CPO/XPO/liquid cooling Lead and manage CPO/XPO/Liquid cooling Education & Experience B.S. or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering. 5+ years of mechanical design experience. Knowledge of a variety of (metal) manufacturing methods, e.g. machining, stamping, molding, welding, brazing, casting, plating, 3D printing, etc. Knowledge and experience in sheet metal fabrication and rack and chassis designs Strong analytical and computational skills in structural, heat transfer, fluid dynamics, and tolerance studies for mechanical and thermal consideration. Experience in semiconductor laser diodes, laser alignment, diode laser packaging, fiber optics, fiber coupled lasers, fiber lasers, and diode laser optics. Able to multitask between several projects and designs and handle a lot of details. Must be self-motivated with the ability to work effectively in a team environment and meet project...
IV
Mar 15, 2026
Intern
Intern - Mechanical Engineer
II-VI Aerospace & Defense Fremont, CA
Job Description Primary Duties & Responsibilities Support liquid cooling projects Support collecting & analyzing engineering data Thermal design and testing Perform miscellaneous mechanical designs. Perform mechanical stress analysis to support optical design. Document all design/testing/simulation process Education & Experience Minimum rising Senior (completed 3 years by start) of Bachelor degree in science Majors: Mechanical Engineering Relevant coursework: Machine design, heat transfer knowledge in Solidworks, 3D printing, FEA Open to currently enrolled students or those who have graduated within one year of the internship start date. Skills & Other Requirements Excellent written and verbal communication. Team-oriented but able to work independently when needed. Adaptable and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment. Attention to detail and time management. [Any role-specific skills, like Excel, programming,...
HA
Dec 04, 2025
Full time
Mechanical Engineer, Factory Automation
Hadrian Automation, Inc Los Angeles, CA
Hadrian - Manufacturing the Future Hadrian is building autonomous factories that help aerospace and defense companies manufacture rockets, satellites, jets, and ships up to 10x faster and up to 2x cheaper. By combining advanced software, robotics, and full-stack manufacturing, we are reinventing how America produces its most critical parts. We recently raised $260 million dollar Series C to accelerate this mission. We are excited to be launching a new Factory in Mesa, Arizona, a 270,000 square foot facility that will create 350 new jobs immediately. We are opening a new headquarters to support thousands of future hires, launching Hadrian Maritime to serve naval production, and introducing a Factory-as-a-Service model that delivers complete systems instead of individual parts. Hadrian works with startups, Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers, and major defense contractors across space, shipbuilding, and aviation to scale production, reduce costs, and accelerate delivery on...
HE
Feb 11, 2026
Full time
Mechanical/Aerospace Engineer
HEICO Temecula, CA
Overview of the Position: Provide engineering design, build, troubleshoot, repair, and / or modify an array of specialized test systems and fixtures, and assembly and inspection tooling from schematics and/or written instructions (specific or inferred). The Mechanical Engineer has the responsibility and authority to perform assigned tasks. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Develop mechanical design and drafting skills, including basic machining knowledge as applicable. Be key focus and provide expertise on new product introduction. Develop electromechanical skills to include understanding and use of switches and sensors, application and measurement of mechanical load and position. Complete appropriate test documentation and certifying to test results. Experience with hydraulic or pneumatic equipment and techniques. Other duties may also be assigned. Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Good written and verbal communication skills are required...
IP
Apr 26, 2026
Full time
Mechanical Design Engineer 1
Integrated Polymer Solutions Long Beach, CA
Mechanical Design Engineer I Rubbercraft is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer I to join our organization and support the design, development, and testing of elastomeric components and precision mechanical systems. This entry-level role is ideal for engineers passionate about mechanical design, materials science, and advanced manufacturing. The successful candidate will work under the guidance of senior engineers on custom-engineered solutions for industries requiring high-performance seals and elastomeric components. About Rubbercraft: Rubbercraft, a member of Arxis, specializes in precision-engineered elastomeric components for aerospace, defense, space, energy, and industrial applications. With over a century of expertise, we design aerodynamic seals, fireproof seals, inflatable canopy seals, flexible rubber connectors, space ablatives, EMI solutions, and elastomeric tooling. As part of Arxis, we leverage a combination of advanced materials and engineering innovation...
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