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RL
Dec 15, 2025
Full time
Manufacturing Engineer I/II - Fluid Systems
Rocket Lab Corporation Long Beach, CA, USA
ABOUT ROCKET LAB Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more - all with the goal of opening access space. The rockets and satellites we build, and launch enable some of the most ambitious and vital space missions globally, supporting scientific exploration, Earth observation and missions to combat climate change, national security, and exciting new technology demonstrations. Our Electron rocket has become the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket annually and has delivered more than 230 satellites to orbit, all while we work to develop Neutron, our upcoming medium-lift, reusable launch vehicle for larger constellation deployment. Our Space Systems business designs and builds our extensive line of satellites, payloads, and their components, including spacecraft that have been selected to support NASA missions to the Moon and Mars and components used...
Ap
Dec 13, 2025
Full time
Senior Mechanical Engineer - Ground Systems, MGSE
Apex Los Angeles, CA, USA
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...
MI
Aug 25, 2025
Full time
Mechanical Engineer (Ground Systems)
Mach Industries Huntington Beach, CA, USA
About Mach Industries Founded in 2022, Mach Industries is a rapidly growing defense technology company focused on developing next-generation autonomous defense platforms . At the core of our mission is the commitment to delivering scalable, decentralized defense systems that enhance the strategic capabilities of the United States and its allies. With a workforce of approximately 180 employees , we operate with startup agility and ambition. Our vision is to redefine the future of warfare through cutting-edge manufacturing, innovation at speed, and unwavering focus on national security. We are dedicated to solving the next generation of warfare with lethal systems that deter kinetic conflict and protect global security. The Role The Mechanical Engineer (Ground Systems Equipment) will play a critical role in designing, developing, and optimizing packaging equipment for our missile systems. You will be responsible for creating robust, reliable, and efficient...
HE
Dec 21, 2025
Full time
RF Engineer III
HEICO Camarillo, CA, USA
Lucix Corporation, a subsidiary of HEICO's Electronic Technologies Group has steadily evolved to become the world leader in RF Active and Passive Units, Subsystems, and Assemblies, for Commercial, Civil and Defense Satellite Payloads. Lucix also provides RF hardware for Airborne and Ground Systems. All hardware is designed, qualified, manufactured, tested, and shipped from Lucix facilities in California, USA. We are seeking an experienced RF Engineer III to join our Engineering team. The RF Engineer III is a technical expert that will lead as a project engineer for RF products including Oscillators, Central Power Supply Units (CPSUs), Frequency Converters, and Amplifiers for our commercial space customers. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Lead design and development of complex RF products with emphasis on oscillator products Analyze customer requirements and constraints Generate detailed design proposals for customers and provide expert-level advice on trade-off...
TA
Dec 20, 2025
Full time
Electrical Power Engineer
The Aerospace Corporation El Segundo, CA, USA
The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation's space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space- delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you'll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space. The Systems Engineering Division (SED) provides unmatched experience in systems engineering to the U.S. government and to numerous public and private agencies, universities, nonprofit organizations, consortia, and commercial companies involved in the advanced application of space technology. From systems architecture development to system analysis and optimization, astrodynamics, orbital debris, navigation, failure...
As
Dec 19, 2025
Full time
CAD Engineer/Librarian Associate (Summer 2026)
$1,925 weekly
Astranis San Francisco, CA, USA
Astranis builds advanced satellites for high orbits, expanding humanity's reach into the solar system. Today, Astranis satellites provide dedicated, secure networks to highly-sophisticated customers across the globe- large enterprises, sovereign governments, and the US military. With five satellites on orbit and many more set to launch soon, the company is servicing a backlog of more than $1 billion of commercial contracts. Astranis is the preferred satellite communications partner for buyers with stringent requirements for uptime, data security, network visibility, and customization.Astranis has raised over $750 million from some of the world's best investors, from Andreessen Horowitz to Blackrock and Fidelity, and employs a team of 450 engineers and entrepreneurs. Astranis designs, builds, and operates its satellites out of its 153,000 sq. ft. headquarters in Northern California, USA. CAD Engineer Associate (Summer 2026) As an Associate, you will have an amazing opportunity to...
As
Dec 19, 2025
Intern
CAD Engineer/Librarian Intern (Summer 2026)
$29.00 hourly
Astranis San Francisco, CA, USA
Astranis builds advanced satellites for high orbits, expanding humanity's reach into the solar system. Today, Astranis satellites provide dedicated, secure networks to highly-sophisticated customers across the globe- large enterprises, sovereign governments, and the US military. With five satellites on orbit and many more set to launch soon, the company is servicing a backlog of more than $1 billion of commercial contracts. Astranis is the preferred satellite communications partner for buyers with stringent requirements for uptime, data security, network visibility, and customization.Astranis has raised over $750 million from some of the world's best investors, from Andreessen Horowitz to Blackrock and Fidelity, and employs a team of 450 engineers and entrepreneurs. Astranis designs, builds, and operates its satellites out of its 153,000 sq. ft. headquarters in Northern California, USA. CAD Engineer/Librarian Intern (Summer 2026) As an Intern, you will have an amazing...
Sa
Dec 17, 2025
Full time
Senior Mechanical Engineer
$111,000 - $155,000 yearly
Safran Irvine, CA, USA
Job details Domain Research, design and development Job field / Job profile Mechanics - Mechanical part or subassembly design Job title Senior Mechanical Engineer Employment type Permanent Professional category Professional, Engineer & Manager Part time / Full time Full-time Job description For us, working at Safran is more than just a job; it's a passion. There's the unique opportunity to lead the way in aerospace and defense and contribute to creating a safer and more sustainable world. Job Summary The Mechanical Engineer is a key member of a cross-disciplinary team driving the design, development and execution of the pilot control, actuation systems and cockpit solutions program for the next generation of military and commercial aircraft. The Mechanical Engineer works on the development of new products, and the improvement and sustainment of existing products. Engineering duties will span the entire product lifecycle, from initial design and...
Hu
Dec 16, 2025
Full time
Design Engineer
$90,000 - $110,000 yearly
Hutchinson Burbank, CA, USA
Job Description SUMMARY: Responsible for new and modified designs, Catia 3D model, Catia 2D drawings, Bill of Materials (BoM) and drawing changes across several product lines. Coordinate with project engineer, test lab, and manufacturing to update drawings and ensure timely drawing release through document control system. Interpret customer and regulatory requirements and incorporate into design. Define and manage design features for structural, non-structural, hardware, interface control, materials, and finishes to produce 2D drawings for fabrication, inspection, and procurement. Define the appropriate materials, tempers, forms, welding, casting, forging, tolerances, and hardware for fabrication and cost-effective manufacturing. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS : Define the design features to create a design capable of satisfying the customer specification requirements. Assist Project Engineers in the development of sketches, drawings, and designs. Support all phases of a...
CS
Dec 15, 2025
Intern
Mechanical Engineering Intern
Capella Space San Francisco, CA, USA
About Capella, an IonQ company Capella, an IonQ company, builds trusted space systems that deliver secure, rapid, and actionable Earth intelligence to amplify decision-making for allied partners. As the first U.S. company to launch and operate a commercial Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) constellation, Capella provides precise, high-resolution radar imagery in any condition-day or night, through clouds, smoke, and darkness. Capella is defining the future of space-based intelligence through a vertically integrated approach that spans spacecraft design, advanced radar payloads, manufacturing, automated tasking, and low-latency delivery of mission-ready data. Capella designs for the realities of modern defense and intelligence: speed, sovereignty, and resilience. Powered by IonQ, Capella is creating the world's first quantum-enabled Earth observation network-transforming how intelligence is delivered through innovation, speed, and trust. This next-generation architecture will provide...
TS
Dec 10, 2025
Full time
Principal Spacecraft Mechanism Design Engineer
Turion Space Irvine, CA, USA
At Turion Space, we're building spacecraft to secure Earth and expand humanity's reach beyond it. As a Principal Spacecraft Mechanism Design Engineer , you will conceive, design, and implement new complex electromechanical spacecraft mechanisms. This is a unique role that will rely on your creativity, experience, and ambition to create critical hardware as the missions increase in complexity. You'll brainstorm concepts and solutions and generate detailed specifications & drawings and analyze static and dynamic structures to quantify performance. This is a full-time , exempt position based at our Irvine, California headquarters. Key Responsibilities Design and Development: Conceive, develop and design precision electromechanical systems for the extreme conditions encountered in space environments. Ensure designs meet mission requirements and industry standards. Leadership: Provide ongoing training and mentorship to junior engineers. Integration: Work with...
Sa
Dec 07, 2025
Full time
Engineering Manager - Configuration Management & Design Support
$140,000 - $167,000 yearly
Safran Irvine, CA, USA
Job details Domain Research, design and development Job field / Job profile Architecture and systems engineering - Engineering methods and tools Job title Engineering Manager - Configuration Management & Design Support Employment type Permanent Professional category Professional, Engineer & Manager Part time / Full time Full-time Job description Job Summary: The Engineering Manager - Configuration Management & Design Support at SEDA USA in Irvine, CA, leads a team focused on maintaining the integrity, traceability, and accuracy of engineering data and documentation throughout the entire product lifecycle. This role champions configuration management best practices and provides comprehensive design support to engineering teams, ensuring robust processes and superior technical outcomes in alignment with SAFRAN global standards. The Engineering Manager engages and develops the team, drives continuous improvement initiatives, and acts as a key...
TS
Dec 06, 2025
Full time
Senior Thermal Engineer
$125,000 - $175,000 yearly
Turion Space Irvine, CA, USA
At Turion Space, we're building spacecraft to secure Earth and expand humanity's reach beyond it. We are seeking a Senior Thermal Engineer to lead the design, analyze, test, and implementation of satellite systems. You will work closely with the Turion Space team across software and hardware systems to maximize satellite capabilities. Your creativity, experience, and ambition will directly impact the architecture of the vehicle's systems as the missions increase in complexity. This is a full-time , exempt position based on-site at our Irvine, California headquarters. Key Responsibilities Lead thermal design of hardware, from initial high-level layout and analysis down to validation of performance with ground tests Consult with other disciplines as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Thermal Analysis Provide ongoing mentorship to junior engineers Automate workflow to reduce engineering investment in the design cycle Build and control system-level thermal models...
HA
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, Mechanisms
$140,000 - $176,000 yearly
Heart Aerospace Los Angeles, CA, USA
At Heart Aerospace we develop the ES-30, a regional hybrid-electric airplane with a capacity of 30 passengers, an electric zero-emission range of 200 km and an extended hybrid range of 400 km. Heart is targeting type certification of the ES-30 by the end of the decade. Your mission As part of the Mechanisms team, you will be responsible for design, development, validation, and eventually certification of components including primary and secondary flight control actuators, propulsion and landing gear components, and environmental control (ECS) components. You will work with electrical, software, and mechanical engineers across teams to build and fly complex systems. Key responsibilities include but are not limited The opportunity to exercise full ownership over the design, fabrication and test of novel flight components. You will lead the design of crucial subcomponents including gears, bearings, seals. Design, build and test components to environmental qualification...
He
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
Senior Mechanisms and Landing Gear Engineer
Hermeus Los Angeles, CA, USA
Hermeus is a high-speed aircraft manufacturer focused on the rapid design, build, and test of high-Mach and hypersonic aircraft for the national interest. Working directly with the Department of Defense, Hermeus delivers capabilities that will ensure that our nation, and our allies, maintain an asymmetric advantage over any and all potential adversaries. Hermeus is seeking a Senior Mechanisms Engineer to join our Vehicle & Mechanisms Team. In this senior-level role, you will be responsible for designing and developing complex mechanical systems and mechanisms that are critical to the success of our high-speed aircraft projects. Key Responsibilities: Mechanism Design: Lead the design and development of mechanical systems, mechanisms, and components for aerospace applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project requirements and objectives. Analysis and Simulation: Conduct detailed mechanical analysis, including stress analysis, fatigue, and...
IP
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
Process Engineer 4
Integrated Polymer Solutions San Diego, CA, USA
MAST Technologies is seeking a highly hands-on Process Engineer 4 to drive operational excellence within our specialized manufacturing facility. This critical role blends core process optimization principles with direct, daily operations support. The Engineer will be responsible for executing, monitoring, and controlling key process variables to ensure repeatable, high-quality production. Success in this position requires being the primary technical resource for troubleshooting floor-level issues and spearheading continuous improvement projects to optimize processes for the highly engineered materials used in our aerospace and defense applications. MAST Technologies is an industry leader in the development and manufacturing of advanced RF, microwave absorbing materials and specialty engineered products serving aerospace, defense, and high-performance industrial markets. Our product portfolio includes high-performance elastomeric components, EMI/RF absorbing materials, thermal...
IV
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
Sr Sapphire Crystal Growth Process Engineer
II-VI Aerospace & Defense Murrieta, CA, USA
Job Description We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented engineer to operate sapphire crystal growth equipment and drive advancements in process and product development. This dynamic role combines hands-on operation with process design, troubleshooting, and performance optimization to meet internal and external customer needs. The engineer will be responsible for operating sapphire crystal growth equipment, utilizing edge-defined film-fed growth (EFG) and heat-exchanger methods, along with other related processes. Key responsibilities include supporting the design of production equipment and processes, leading improvement initiatives, updating and creating process documentation, and troubleshooting various challenges. The role also focuses on cost reduction, cycle-time optimization, process stability, and metrics tracking. Furthermore, the engineer will take the lead in developing new processes and products to meet evolving customer requirements. Primary Duties...
IV
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
Lead Process Development Engineer, Assembly
II-VI Aerospace & Defense Murrieta, CA, USA
Job Description We are seeking a Lead Process Development Engineer to drive the development and implementation of advanced assembly manufacturing processes, tooling, and test fixtures, with a focus on optics and optical systems. The ideal candidate will have experience with infrared (IR) optical systems and a strong understanding of fabrication processes for IR optics. Primary Duties & Responsibilities Process Development and Process Control: Under limited supervision, leads development and implementation of new manufacturing processes, tooling, and test fixtures related to assembly of optics and optical systems. Strong skills are desired in the basic principles of optical fabrication, assembly and test. Fabrication includes grinding, pitch polishing, pad polishing, CNC generating, CNC polishing, Asphere polishing, MRF, CP operation, edging, and shaping of optical components. Assembly includes alignment using both mechanical means (fixtures, physical measurement of edge...
EA
Dec 04, 2025
Full time
Associate Aero-Mechanical Engineer
Edge Autonomy San Luis Obispo, CA, USA
Description WORK LOCATION: San Luis Obispo, CA FLSA STATUS: Exempt SALARY RANGE: The anticipated salary range for this role is $75,000 to $103,000 annually. This range reflects a good faith estimate based on the targeted level for the role and typical compensation benchmarks across U.S. locations. Actual compensation may vary depending on the selected candidate's qualifications, experience, geographical location, and internal alignment. SUMMARY Edge Autonomy is seeking an early-career Aero/Mechanical Engineer to join our Air Vehicle Integrated Product Team (IPT). In this role, you will support the design, development, and validation of air vehicle structures and systems - with a particular emphasis on composite materials and precision component fabrication. You'll be involved in the full product lifecycle, from design through fabrication and testing, gaining hands-on experience with CNC machining as part of the part creation process. This position is ideal for an engineer...
IV
Nov 27, 2025
Full time
Lead Process Development Engineer, Optical Fabrication
II-VI Aerospace & Defense Murrieta, CA, USA
Job Description Are you passionate about cutting-edge optical systems and advanced manufacturing processes? We're looking for a talented engineer to lead the development of innovative processes for grinding, polishing, shaping, and assembling optical components and systems. In this role, you'll drive process development, mentor junior team members, create robust documentation, and deliver precision-engineered results that meet the highest quality standards. If you thrive in a dynamic production environment and have expertise in optical fabrication, assembly, and test technologies, we invite you to bring your skills and experience to our team. Apply now and help us shape the future of optical manufacturing! Primary Duties & Responsibilities Process Development and Process Control: Leads development and implementation of new manufacturing processes, tooling, and test fixtures related primarily to the grinding, polishing, shaping, and assembly of optics and optical systems....
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