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CI
Mar 04, 2026
Full time
Principal Engineer
$175,000 - $190,000 yearly
CIRCOR International, Inc. CA, USA
About CIRCOR Aerospace & Defense CIRCOR Aerospace & Defense is focused on the design, development, and manufacture of specialty fluid and motion control products for demanding aerospace and defense applications. CIRCOR products are flying on most commercial and military aircraft, including single and twin aisle air transport, business and regional jets, military transports and fighters, and commercial and military rotorcraft. Other markets include unmanned aircraft, shipboard applications, and military ground vehicles. Business units are in Corona, California; Warren, Massachusetts; Hauppauge, New York; Paris, France; Uxbridge, UK; and Tangier, Morocco. Parent company CIRCOR International is headquartered in Burlington, Massachusetts and CIRCOR Aerospace & Defense is headquartered in Corona, California. POSITION DETAILS Position Summary The Principal Engineer supports the design effort of Fluid Controls and Actuation Products. This position requires a deep...
SA
Mar 03, 2026
Full time
Principal Engineer, Aircraft Thermal (R4353)
$194,094 - $291,140 yearly
Shield AI San Diego, CA, USA
Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the 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. Job Description: Are you a passionate and innovative thermal engineer looking to help develop the next generation VTOL strike aircraft? Are you eager to make a positive difference in the world? Do you want to work alongside mission-driven and values-focused teammates? Shield AI is just the place for you! As the Principal Aircraft Thermal Engineer you will lead the charge in solving the most challenging thermal problems on the XBAT aircraft program, including hot...
IG
Mar 01, 2026
Full time
Senior Principal Engineer - Turbine Production Engineering
Intermedia Group San Diego, CA, USA
OPEN JOB: Senior Principal Engineer - Turbine Production Engineering LOCATION: San Diego, California ***Relocation Assistance Available SALARY: $125,925 to $157,406 INDUSTRY: Engineering COMPANY: Leading manufacturer of industrial gas turbines, producing units ranging from 1 to 39 megawatts. ABOUT THE ROLE: The Turbine Production Engineering (TPE) department provides our manufacturing, operations, and supply chain partners with technical engineering support related to Solar's gas turbine components and assemblies. TPE engineers are expected to support all engine model lines with respect to their accountable part family. This position requires extensive collaboration with internal customers within manufacturing, operations, supply chain, and design engineering to address component quality, cost, and velocity. TPE engineers must be able to interpret functional design requirements, detailed engineering specifications, and manufacturing...
ST
Mar 01, 2026
Full time
Senior Engineer
Solar Turbines Incorporated San Diego, CA, USA
Career Area: Engineering Job Description: Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do - but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here - we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it. The customer Services Package Refurb & Upgrades (PRU) Business Unit has seen tremendous growth in the last two years. If you have wondered how Solar Turbines supports ~15,000 existing packages in the field and upgrades equipment over the years, this position is a great fit for you! We are team of over 150 Engineers of various disciplines. You will design mechanical solutions that support upgrading older systems to the latest standard for various...
RI
Mar 01, 2026
Full time
(Sr.) Materials R&D Engineer
$108,000 - $132,000 yearly
Rangeview Inc. El Segundo, CA, USA
Company Overview Rangeview is on a mission to build the foundry system that reindustrializes America. We exist to break the legacy manufacturing trap by reinventing critical production for the twenty-first century. Through advanced software, deep automation, breakthroughs in materials science, and modern financing strategies, Rangeview rewrites both the cost curve and the power structure of making metal parts. Job Summary As a Materials R&D Engineer, you will be responsible for materials and process development of our ceramic 3D printing mold production process. A successful candidate for this role will demonstrate creativity, integrity, determination, humility and outstanding capacity for first-principles analytical thinking. Rangeview has been developing a unique process to produce fine-featured parts out of high temperature superalloys that cannot be produced by any other manufacturing process. This is a foundational member of that R&D team, with major opportunity...
PC
Feb 26, 2026
Full time
Principal Civil Engineer - Transportation Infrastructure
$100,900 - $176,600 yearly
Parsons Corporation Irvine, CA, USA
In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next! At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what's possible. Job Description: Opportunity: Our Parsons Irvine, California office is now hiring for a highly experienced Principal Engineer to join our team! In this role you will support major road and highway projects for Caltrans and other regional clients . Overview: Parsons has an exciting job opportunity for a Principal Engineer to join the expanding transportation infrastructure team with our Irvine, California office. We are looking for an experienced engineer that can perform and oversee a variety of engineering tasks, lead and mentor engineering staff, and...
ES
Feb 26, 2026
Full time
Geotechnical Project Engineer (Hollister/Salinas)
Earth Systems Hollister, CA, USA
Earth Systems: Your Trusted Partner in Geotechnical Excellence With a rich history of providing a full spectrum of geotechnical, geology, environmental consulting, materials testing, and special inspection services since 1969, Earth Systems is deeply rooted within our communities. Our foundation is our people. We embrace our diverse staff of highly skilled professionals who have a wide range of backgrounds, experience, and talents. At each of our 10 offices throughout California, we foster a collaborative teamwork environment and empower our team with the freedom to steer their projects and career paths. "I enjoy working with experienced engineers and geologists, gaining valuable knowledge while providing solutions. I take satisfaction seeing our projects come to life in my community and those surrounding." -Antonio, Staff Engineer Step into a position where your passion and expertise can thrive and see why our average employee tenure is over 11 years! Earth Systems is...
HZ
Feb 25, 2026
Full time
Senior Civil Engineer/Project Manager
$152,000 - $178,000 yearly
Huitt-Zollars, Inc San Diego, CA, USA
Job Type Full-time Description Senior Civil Engineer/Project Manager - Federal, Institutional, Public Works Role Description: Huitt-Zollars, Inc has full-time opportunity for a Senior Civil Engineer for our San Diego office with at least 10 years of engineering design experience with Federal, Institutional, Public Works clients. Must be a registered California Professional Engineer. Duties include but are not limited to, initial project research, plan production, management of plan production staff, plan processing, management of plan processing efforts, construction administration, and project close out efforts. Location: San Diego, California Employment Type: 40 FT Hours Compensation Type: Salary Registration(s): Registered Professional Engineer (PE License) Required Education: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Duties: Serve as a Lead Civil Engineer within the Federal practice with Institutional and Public Works experience in the development of...
SI
Feb 22, 2026
Full time
Senior Associate Principal Engineer
Southland Industries Union City, CA, USA
Job Description Position Summary Watch your engineering designs come to life! As a Senior Associate Principal Engineer at Southland Industries, you'll experience the excitement of working on design-build and design-assist projects in healthcare, education, biotech, mission critical, commercial and entertainment markets. You'll work hand in hand with our model coordinators, estimators, and trade staff through all aspects of a project to create a design that is practical, efficient and cost effective. You'll also have access to internal teams using the most innovative practices in virtual construction design (VDC) and computational fluid dynamics, along with just-in-time feedback from the field. Position Details Serves as design professional at project team design meetings Prepares complex preliminary redline design layouts for estimating Performs more complex calculations for a project, such as heating/cooling loads, equipment selection and sizing, friction loss...
hM
Feb 20, 2026
Full time
Principal Electrical Engineer
$145,000 - $165,000 yearly
huMannity Medtec Santa Clarita, CA, USA
At HuMannity Medtec, we pioneer life-enhancing medical technologies for under met healthcare needs. Come join our team of engineers, scientists and medical device experts who are inspired to develop innovative solutions for tomorrow's challenges. If you'd like to join a high-reward, truly inspiring environment with an experienced, diverse team working at their best every day, and take your career to the next level, apply today! We truly understand the need for balance and, among other things and offer a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off. That's 26 long weekends a year! Summary: As a key member of the EE team, this Principal Electrical Engineer will participate in all phases of the product development of medical devices from early concept through qualification, field test, and clinical use. This role will research, develop, design, prototype, and test electrical components, circuits, equipment, and systems that support active medical implant technology. Apply engineering...
RW
Feb 15, 2026
Full time
Principal Project Engineer
Raymond West Cypress, CA, USA
Raymond West is looking for a Principal Project Engineer to join our winning team! The Principal Project Engineer will support the development of complex integrated solution proposals in the capacity of Subject Matter Expert through award, execution, and after installation management. The Principal Project Engineer also successfully defines workflows, jobs, and reporting relationships to obtain optimum effectiveness. Impact of decisions on business operations can have a moderate to high level of impact. May evaluate and recommend changes in methods or procedures in own area of responsibility. Identifies resource needs and may develop justification. Troubleshoots and resolves complex problems. May be responsible for overall success of function or project. Raymond West is committed to providing our customers with end-to-end warehouse solutions. We bring you our industry-leading expertise in lift trucks, racking, conveyor, dock and door, rentals, parts, and service. Our customers...
JA
Feb 09, 2026
Full time
Senior Cabin Design Engineer
$149,000 - $204,000 yearly
Joby Aviation Santa Cruz, CA, USA
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 an experienced Cabin Design Engineer to join our Airframe team here in Santa Cruz, CA. This is an exciting role involving managing the design, development, certification, and testing of the interior of the Joby aircraft. In this position, the individual will have a balanced responsibility of designing components, managing suppliers, system engineering, and certification. This role integrates the incredibly important balance of...
CH
Feb 07, 2026
Full time
Principal Civil Engineer
Citrus Heights, CA Citrus Heights, CA, USA
Salary : $124,603.07 - $155,612.16 Annually Location : Citrus Heights, CA Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: 2026-00006 Department: General Services Division: Operations Opening Date: 02/05/2026 Description Important Recruitment Infor mation: The City is offering a hiring incentive of $14,000 for this position! Apply now and join a great team! Open Until Filled - Applications will be reviewed on a weekly basis (continuous filing) 1st Round Interviews - TBD About the Position The Engineering Division provides project and program support of activities primarily in the public right-of-way. The projects generally include public infrastructure such as roads, streets, bridges, signals and lighting, and stormwater facilities. The Principal Civil Engineer plans, organizes and directs the performance of professional engineering section activities of a complex nature involving engineering planning and design, construction project management of various capital...
Lo
Feb 06, 2026
Full time
Principal Mechanical Engineer- Video Collaboration
Logitech San Jose, CA, USA
Logitech is the Sweet Spot for people who want their actions to have a positive global impact while having the flexibility to do it in their own way. Logitech is the Sweet Spot for people who want their actions to have a positive global impact while having the flexibility to do it in their own way. The Team and Role: We're looking for a Principal Mechanical Engineer to be a senior technical leader and decision-maker on our Video Collaboration product development team. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll drive architecture decisions, resolve complex cross-functional challenges, and partner with regional engineering leadership to deliver world-class products. Our products are highly integrated systems combining cameras, speakers, microphones, displays, dense compute, complex thermals, and precision mechanisms. You'll work across the full product lifecycle (from early concept through mass production) partnering closely with Industrial Design, Product Management,...
Co
Jan 31, 2026
Full time
Assistant Electric Utility Engineer
City of Santa Clara, CA Santa Clara, CA, USA
Salary : $145,678.08 - $185,797.44 Annually Location : Santa Clara, CA Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: 11-26-230 Department: Electric Utility Opening Date: 01/29/2026 Closing Date: Continuous FLSA: Non-Exempt Bargaining Unit: 4 Weighting Plan: 100% Oral, Qualifying Written Description The Department: Silicon Valley Power (SVP) currently provides over 40 percent of Santa Clara's electricity from carbon-free renewable resources. In addition to using green energy from large-scale wind, solar, geothermal and hydroelectric projects outside of the area, SVP employs innovative ways to locally produce electricity by capturing and burning methane gas from a closed city landfill and using power from solar generating systems on city-owned garages and vacant, unusable land. It is the mission of SVP to be a progressive, service-oriented utility, offering reliable, competitively priced services for the benefit of Santa Clara and its customers. Being competitive in the...
Va
Jan 30, 2026
Full time
Solar Arrays Engineer
$110,000 - $140,000 yearly
Vast Long Beach, CA, USA
At Vast, our mission is to contribute to a future where billions of people are living and thriving in space. Vast is developing next-generation space stations to ensure a continuous human presence in space for America and its allies, enabling advanced microgravity research and manufacturing, and unlocking a new space economy for government, corporate, and private customers. Using an incremental, hardware-rich and low-cost approach, Vast is rapidly developing its multi-module Haven Station. Haven Demo's 2025 success made Vast the only operational commercial space station company to fly and operate its own spacecraft. Next, Haven-1 is expected to become the world's first commercial space station when it launches, followed by additional Haven modules to enable permanent human presence by 2030. Our team is all-in, committed to executing our mission safely and on time. If you want to work with the most talented people on Earth furthering space exploration for humanity, come join us....
TM
Jan 29, 2026
Full time
Senior Manufacturing Engineer
TriMas Corporation Simi Valley, CA, USA
Senior Manufacturing Engineer Company: RSA Engineered Products LLC Primary Location: 110 West Cochran Street, Unit A, Simi Valley, CA 93065 USA Workplace Type: On-site Employment Type: Salaried | Full-Time Function: Engineering Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled Main Duties & Responsibilities RSA providesflight-critical components and assemblies for the commercial, defense andbusiness jet markets. RSA designs and produces custom-engineered highpressure/high-temperature ducting assemblies for each customer's specificperformance requirements. RSA's Peri-SealTM is one of the mostsought-after connectors in the aerospace industry. Additionally, RSA designsand produces flexible joints and hoses, ozone converters and many complexassemblies to meet stringent customer needs. Job Summary: Responsible for planning, directing and coordinating manufacturing processesthroughout the company to meet production requirements. Help plan anddrive tooling...
IE
Jan 21, 2026
Full time
Fiber Optics Process & Product Engineer
Impact ES-Ventura Ventura, CA, USA
Principal Accountabilities: Position Summary The Fiber Optics Process & Product Engineer is responsible for the design, development, optimization, and oversight of fiber optic cable assembly processes within a manufacturing environment. This role requires in-depth technical knowledge of fiber optic systems, cable types, splicing and termination methods, and manufacturing quality standards. The Engineer will work closely with production teams to improve assembly techniques, ensure product quality, troubleshoot technical issues, and support the development of new fiber optic products. Key Responsibilities Design and develop fiber optic cable assemblies and manufacturing processes. Create and maintain engineering documentation, including technical drawings, process flows, work instructions, and BOMs. Oversee fiber optic splicing, termination, testing, and inspection processes to ensure compliance with performance and quality standards. Analyze and resolve technical...
PI
Jan 19, 2026
Full time
Aerospace Principal Process Engineer
PPG Industries, Inc. Los Angeles, CA, USA
PPG's Aerospace Business is looking for an experienced Principal Process Engineer to lead the design, control, and advancement of our manufacturing processes in Sylmar, California. In this role, you will own process capability and performance across the manufacturing lifecycle. You will serve as a team lead and handle larger scope projects while partnering closely with the Operations, Quality, and Engineering teams. This is an onsite role working in our Sylmar, CA facility and reporting to the Senior Manager of Plant Operations Engineering. Key Responsibilities Own manufacturing process capability by defining, modeling, measuring, and improving process performance using statistical and data-driven methods. Develop and maintain robust control plans, process specifications, and procedures for new and existing manufacturing processes to ensure stable, repeatable, and high-quality performance. Analyze process performance data, monitor critical inputs and outputs, establish...
Di
Jan 16, 2026
Full time
Chief Engineer, Product Engineering (Aerospace & Defense)
$179,630 - $247,005 yearly
Divergent Torrance, CA, USA
Divergent is a technology company that has architected, invented, built, and commercialized an end-to-end factory system called the Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS) that comprehensively uses machine learning to optimally engineer, additively manufacture, and flexibly assemble complex integrated vehicle structures and subsystems. Products created using DAPS are superior in performance, lower in cost, rapidly customizable to meet mission and customer-specific requirements, faster to market, and scalable on demand to high volume production. Divergent is a qualified Tier 1 supplier to global automotive OEMs, and Divergent is now expanding to support mission critical needs in the Aerospace and Defense sector. Join us to be a part of this transformative journey, where your impact will shape the future of technology and production. Purpose Divergent is seeking a Chief Engineer - Munitions Systems to lead the development of next-generation munitions architectures. This is a...
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