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NT
Sep 18, 2026
Full time
Senior Mechanical Engineer
$152,000 - $213,000 yearly
Neros Technologies Torrance, 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 Senior 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...
As
Sep 18, 2026
Full time
Senior Harness Design Engineer
$135,000 - $235,000 yearly
Astranis San Francisco, CA
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. Senior Harness Design Engineer As a Senior Harness Design Engineer at Astranis, you will own...
JA
Sep 18, 2026
Full time
Senior Manufacturing Engineer, Powertrain and Electronics
$119,800 - $205,600 yearly
Joby Aviation San Carlos, CA
Overview Joby Aviation is seeking a passionate Electronics Manufacturing Engineer to join our Electronics Manufacturing Engineering team in San Carlos, CA. This role focuses on process engineering, equipment development, and scaling products from prototype to production. The ideal candidate is highly organized and self-driven, with a strong understanding of mechanical design, design for manufacturability, process development, and quality control. This is an exciting and rewarding opportunity - as a Manufacturing Engineer at Joby, you will see your ideas go from concept to reality in a fast-paced, high-impact environment. Responsibilities Develop manufacturing processes, assembly fixturing, tooling, and equipment to support both prototype and production builds Design and optimize full production line layouts and workstations with a focus on safety, ergonomics, quality, and efficiency Author clear, detailed manufacturing work instructions to ensure process consistency and...
JA
Sep 18, 2026
Full time
Staff Mechanical Engineer - Charging Systems
$161,200 - $221,700 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 About the GSE Team The Ground Support Equipment team designs and builds the charging and thermal conditioning infrastructure that keeps Joby's eVTOL fleet flying. We develop everything from stationary high-power dispensers and charge handles to mobile all-in-one charging systems - hardware that must work reliably in airports, vertiports, and remote sites around the world. We're a small, high-ownership team: everyone here owns hardware from napkin...
JA
Sep 18, 2026
Full time
Staff MRB Stress Engineer
$185,300 - $254,800 yearly
Joby Aviation Marina, 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 motivated Staff MRB Stress Engineer to join our growing MRB (Material Review Board) Engineering team. This role is a key position as our company quickly moves towards FAA type and production certifications. This team member is expected to have a strong understanding of aerospace engineering principles, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams. The individual will be...
JA
Sep 18, 2026
Full time
Staff Rotor/Hub Design Engineer
$149,900 - $250,000 yearly
Joby Aviation Santa Cruz, 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 Working as a mechanical design engineer you will play a key role with design, development, and certification of advanced propeller systems for next-generation aircraft. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams - including analysis, test, manufacturing, and certification teams - to develop and certify the Joby propeller systems. Responsibilities Support across all phases of the design cycle, concept & optimization,...
SA
Sep 18, 2026
Full time
Senior Manager, Avionics Mechanical Engineering (R4416)
$180,000 - $280,000 yearly
Shield AI San Diego, CA
Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aechelon simulation and synthetic reality technologies. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, Shield AI's technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. Shield AI is seeking a Senior Manager of Mechanical Engineering to build and lead the team responsible for all mechanical design, thermal, and harnessing in the X-BAT aircraft and ground vehicle. You will establish the technical vision, hire top tier engineers, and partner with all other engineer team leads to execute cross-functionally. Extreme ownership is expected where your team will carry designs from concept through manufacturing. Team leads and managers at...
LL
Sep 18, 2026
Full time
Spacecraft Systems Engineer
$175,530 - $267,060 yearly
LLNL Livermore, CA
Company Description Join us and make YOUR mark on the World! Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) has turned bold ideas into world-changing impact advancing science and technology to strengthen U.S. security and promote global stability. Our mission spans four critical national security areas nuclear deterrence, threat preparedness, energy security, and multi-domain defense empowering teams to take on the toughest challenges of today and tomorrow. With a culture built on innovation and operational excellence, LLNL is a place where your expertise can make a real impact. Job Description We have multiple openings for Spacecraft Systems Engineers to providespacecraft subject matter expertise as part of a multi-disciplinary team performing conceptdevelopment, requirements generation, modeling & simulations, and analyses of advanced spacepayloads and spacecraft models for the Z Program's Space Science and Security Program(SSSP). You will collaborate with...
Di
Sep 17, 2026
Full time
Staff Automation & Controls Engineer
$148,430 - $204,090 yearly
Divergent Torrance, CA
Divergent is building the new industrial age. Every day, our teams design, manufacture, and assemble advanced systems for some of the world's most demanding industries. Our integrated engineering and manufacturing platform transforms complex designs into production-ready solutions, helping customers move faster, build smarter, and deliver critical systems when they matter most. Divergent is a qualified Tier 1 supplier to global automotive OEMs and supports leading U.S. aerospace and defense companies. Join us and help push the boundaries of what can be built. Purpose The Staff Automation & Controls Engineer will develop flexible robotic manufacturing & automation systems core to the Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS). The ideal candidate has a track record of successfully architecting and deploying advanced automated systems in a quick changing, start-up environment. This role will take a hands-on execution approach and use their skills in hardware, software...
Di
Sep 17, 2026
Full time
Principal Automation & Controls Engineer
$148,430 - $204,090 yearly
Divergent Torrance, CA
Divergent is building the new industrial age. Every day, our teams design, manufacture, and assemble advanced systems for some of the world's most demanding industries. Our integrated engineering and manufacturing platform transforms complex designs into production-ready solutions, helping customers move faster, build smarter, and deliver critical systems when they matter most. Divergent is a qualified Tier 1 supplier to global automotive OEMs and supports leading U.S. aerospace and defense companies. Join us and help push the boundaries of what can be built. Purpose The Principal Automation & Controls Engineer will lead the development of flexible robotic manufacturing & automation systems, core to the Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS). The ideal candidate has a track record of successfully architecting and deploying advanced automated systems in a quick changing, start-up environment. This role will take a hands-on execution approach and use their skills...
Di
Sep 17, 2026
Full time
Senior Manager, Manufacturing Engineering
$165,800 - $227,950 yearly
Divergent Torrance, CA
Divergent is building the new industrial age. Every day, our teams design, manufacture, and assemble advanced systems for some of the world's most demanding industries. Our integrated engineering and manufacturing platform transforms complex designs into production-ready solutions, helping customers move faster, build smarter, and deliver critical systems when they matter most. Divergent is a qualified Tier 1 supplier to global automotive OEMs and supports leading U.S. aerospace and defense companies. Join us and help push the boundaries of what can be built. Purpose Guide the integration of cutting-edge manufacturing technologies into production, ensuring reliability, cost efficiency, and quality. This role shapes the future of Divergent's manufacturing by enabling new processes, supporting high-mix hardware, and mentoring engineers to deliver industry-leading results. The Role Lead a multi-disciplinary team of manufacturing engineers responsible for driving...
MB
Sep 17, 2026
Full time
Senior Structural Engineer - Technical Manager
$120,097 - $208,053 yearly
Michael Baker International, Inc. San Diego, CA
Job Description INTEGRATED DESIGN & ADVISORY (IDA) Integrated Design and Advisory (IDA) is Michael Baker International's national architecture and engineering business vertical, integrating architecture, engineering, federal planning, and strategic advisory services in support of complex buildings and critical infrastructure programs. With professionals located across the country, IDA serves a broad range of public- and private-sector clients, including federal agencies, defense, aviation, data centers, healthcare, higher education, rail and transit, and industrial markets. Our integrated approach emphasizes early collaboration across planning, architecture, and core engineering disciplines-including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, structural, fire protection and cybersecurity-supported by advisory services delivered throughout the project lifecycle. Building on Michael Baker International's more than 85-year legacy, IDA supports the firm's long-term growth strategy...
II
Sep 17, 2026
Contractor
Material Process Engineer Level 3
$74.00 - $99.50 hourly
Indotronix International Corporation Woodland, CA
Material Process Engineer Level 3 Woodland Hills, CA | Onsite | 6-Month Contract | 9x80 Schedule About the Role Join Indotronix as a Material Process Engineer Level 3 to directly impact critical aerospace and defense programs onsite in Woodland Hills, CA. Leverage your expertise in materials and process engineering to ensure the highest standards in manufacturing and product reliability. Take the next step in your career with hands-on technical challenges, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and opportunities to advance in a high-impact, high-reliability environment. Responsibilities - Lead materials and process engineering initiatives for aerospace and defense projects. - Evaluate metallic materials and manufacturing processes for compliance with engineering requirements. - Conduct materials analysis focusing on metallurgy, corrosion, fatigue, heat treatment, and materials testing. - Prepare metallographic samples and perform laboratory evaluations. - Review and analyze...
HA
Sep 17, 2026
Full time
Senior Engineering Manager, Factory Core
$220,000 - $280,000 yearly
Hadrian Automation, Inc Los Angeles, CA
Hadrian - Manufacturing the Future Hadrian is building autonomous factories to reindustrialize America. By combining AI, advanced software, robotics, and full-stack manufacturing, we help aerospace and defense companies build rockets, satellites, aircraft, ships, and other mission-critical systems up to 10x faster and at significantly lower cost. Following our $1.37B Series D at a $7.87B valuation, Hadrian is rapidly expanding our manufacturing footprint, launching new capabilities across welding, casting, forging, electronics, additive manufacturing, and more, while scaling our Factory-as-a-Service platform to transform how critical products are built. Backed by leading investors including JPMorgan Chase, Valor Equity Partners, Andreessen Horowitz, Founders Fund, 137 Ventures, Lux Capital, T. Rowe Price, and Morgan Stanley, we're building the future of American manufacturing-and looking for exceptional people to help make it happen. If you're ready to take on the most...
RL
Sep 17, 2026
Full time
Senior Manufacturing Engineer II - Machining
$164,000 - $255,000 yearly
Rocket Lab Corporation Long Beach, CA
ABOUT ROCKET LAB Rocket Lab is the end-to-end space company building rockets, spacecraft, and critical subsystems that keep the world connected, protected, expand humanity's reach to the Moon, Mars, and beyond. We move fast, build real hardware for meaningful missions, and make the impossible routine. Come shape the future with us. MANUFACTURING Rocket Lab's Manufacturing teams are the builders and the doers who work with our advanced machinery across our global manufacturing sites to get our satellites, satellite components, and rockets out the door. They bring the designs of our engineers to life by using advanced manufacturing techniques like 3D printing to create our hardware, and are responsible for delivering our projects and missions on time and on budget to our customers. SENIOR MANUFACTURING ENGINEER II - MACHINING We are currently seeking an experience Manufacturing Engineer with a focus in Machining based out of Rocket Lab's Headquarters in Long Beach, CA....
RL
Sep 16, 2026
Full time
Senior Supplier Development Engineer I/II - Mechanical
$122,600 - $228,875 yearly
Rocket Lab Corporation Long Beach, CA
ABOUT ROCKET LAB Rocket Lab is the end-to-end space company building rockets, spacecraft, and critical subsystems that keep the world connected, protected, expand humanity's reach to the Moon, Mars, and beyond. We move fast, build real hardware for meaningful missions, and make the impossible routine. Come shape the future with us. SUPPLY CHAIN Rocket Lab's Supply Chain team is responsible for the flow of all materials, products, and components through the business. With many of our own products functioning as critical components to our own and our customers' missions, the Supply Chain team has a direct impact on the success of our rocket and satellite programs. They set up the assembly kits that enables our technicians to put together our Electron rockets, manage inventory, look after shipping and receiving, manage direct and indirect procurement, and inspect and ensure that all of our materials and products are compliant and up to standard. They are the chain that links...
LL
Sep 16, 2026
Full time
Nuclear Facility Electrical Project Engineer
$146,340 - $222,564 yearly
LLNL Livermore, CA
Company Description Join us and make YOUR mark on the World! Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) has turned bold ideas into world-changing impact advancing science and technology to strengthen U.S. security and promote global stability. Our mission spans four critical national security areas nuclear deterrence, threat preparedness, energy security, and multi-domain defense empowering teams to take on the toughest challenges of today and tomorrow. With a culture built on innovation and operational excellence, LLNL is a place where your expertise can make a real impact. Job Description We are seeking a Nuclear Facility Electrical Project Engineer to provide engineering design solutions for new construction, upgrades to facility electrical systems, and modifications to laboratory facilities. You will participate in new and ongoing projects with technical responsibilities including design, development, fabrication, integration, testing and fielding of facility...
CC
Sep 16, 2026
Full time
Senior Manufacturing Engineer, Radar
$140,000 - $230,000 yearly
Castelion Corporation Torrance, CA
About the job Senior Manufacturing Engineer, Radar Why Castelion, Why Now Castelion is moving incredibly fast to develop and deliver advanced defense systems at a time when execution matters more than ever. We believe focus and technical excellence are decisive advantages - and we are building a team that can deliver real capability, not just concepts. This is a rare opportunity to join at an early stage, where your work will directly shape critical systems, influence major technical decisions, and have immediate, real-world impact. Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Avionics Electro-Mechanical Assembly We are seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer with deep expertise in the high-reliability assembly and integration of avionics and electromechanical systems for hypersonic missile vehicles. This role focuses on developing, optimizing, and scaling manufacturing processes for complex avionics hardware-including printed circuit board assemblies (PCBA), wire harnesses,...
LL
Sep 14, 2026
Full time
Senior Optomechanical Engineer
$267,030 yearly
LLNL Livermore, CA
Company Description Join us and make YOUR mark on the World! Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) has turned bold ideas into world-changing impact advancing science and technology to strengthen U.S. security and promote global stability. Our mission spans four critical national security areas nuclear deterrence, threat preparedness, energy security, and multi-domain defense empowering teams to take on the toughest challenges of today and tomorrow. With a culture built on innovation and operational excellence, LLNL is a place where your expertise can make a real impact. Job Description We have an opening for a Senior Optomechanical Engineer for space applications. You will contribute to thedevelopment of next-generation large-aperture space telescopes, optical payloads, andprecision optical systems supporting U.S. national security andscientific missions. This role focuses on optomechanicaldesign, precision mechanisms, structural andthermal performance, and...
HA
Sep 13, 2026
Full time
Systems Engineer, Mechanical Design
$165,000 - $220,000 yearly
Hadrian Automation, Inc San Francisco, CA
Hadrian - Manufacturing the Future Hadrian is building autonomous factories to reindustrialize America. By combining AI, advanced software, robotics, and full-stack manufacturing, we help aerospace and defense companies build rockets, satellites, aircraft, ships, and other mission-critical systems up to 10x faster and at significantly lower cost. Following our $1.37B Series D at a $7.87B valuation, Hadrian is rapidly expanding our manufacturing footprint, launching new capabilities across welding, casting, forging, electronics, additive manufacturing, and more, while scaling our Factory-as-a-Service platform to transform how critical products are built. Backed by leading investors including JPMorgan Chase, Valor Equity Partners, Andreessen Horowitz, Founders Fund, 137 Ventures, Lux Capital, T. Rowe Price, and Morgan Stanley, we're building the future of American manufacturing-and looking for exceptional people to help make it happen. If you're ready to take on the most...
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