73 aerospace and defense jobs found in Long Beach, CA

ABOUT ROCKET LAB Rocket Lab is a global leader in launch and space systems. 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 provided reliable access to orbit since 2018, becoming one of the most frequently launched rockets in the world. Neutron will be our next rocket on the launch pad, an advanced 13-tonne payload class, reusable rocket to launch the mega constellations of the future. Our space systems business includes our extensive line of satellites and components that have enabled more than 1,700 missions including the James Webb Space Telescope, NASA Psyche Mission, Artemis I, Mars Ingenuity helicopter, and more. Join our pioneering team and launch your career to new heights! NEUTRON Neutron is a medium lift launch vehicle...

ABOUT ROCKET LAB Rocket Lab is a global leader in launch and space systems. 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 provided reliable access to orbit since 2018, becoming one of the most frequently launched rockets in the world. Neutron will be our next rocket on the launch pad, an advanced 13-tonne payload class, reusable rocket to launch the mega constellations of the future. Our space systems business includes our extensive line of satellites and components that have enabled more than 1,700 missions including the James Webb Space Telescope, NASA Psyche Mission, Artemis I, Mars Ingenuity helicopter, and more. Join our pioneering team and launch your career to new heights! NEUTRON Neutron is a medium lift launch vehicle...

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 True Anomaly is looking for you, a creative and experienced engineer, to develop and...

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 True Anomaly is looking for you, a creative and experienced engineer, to develop and...

Job Details Job Location Arrowhead Products - Los Alamitos, CA Salary Range $23.00 - $24.00 Hourly Job Shift 1st Shift Applicants applying to this position: Applicants applying to this position must be a rising junior or senior working on a Bachelor's Degree in an engineering field (preferably Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace, or Industrial Systems/Manufacturing Engineering), or a Master's student in an engineering discipline. Ability to commute to the plant location (Los Alamitos, CA). Eligible to meet plant EAR/ITAR Compliance requirements (see below) Job Summary The Design Engineer Intern will assist in product design, development, and analysis under the supervision of the engineering team. This internship provides hands-on experience in engineering tasks related to our products, supporting ongoing projects and gaining valuable industry knowledge. The candidate must be a rising junior or senior currently working toward a Bachelor's degree in an...

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 aims to revolutionize industrial manufacturing in multiple sectors such as automotive, aerospace, and defense through our...

Job Summary Mercury Systems is seeking a hard-working, innovative mechanical engineer, who can learn quickly and bring a fresh perspective to complex design challenges. In this role, you will have a hands-on opportunity to design, analyze, and test complex PCB assemblies, including multiple methods of cooling utilizing the latest technologies. This role will be part of an integrated team and will involve the engineer to contribute to the design of avionics systems, occasionally will travel to customer sites (10%) and attend customer meetings / reviews. Job Responsibilities: Mechanical engineering tasks related to electronic module assembly design based on open standards; assignments include mechanical packaging design, printed wiring board layout and ECAD support, connector selection, label & cable design, prototype inspection & assembly, environmental testing, and the documentation required to procure and assemble hardware Collaborating with other disciplines...

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 This role serves as the technical bridge between design/manufacturing engineers and the machine shop, with a core focus on developing...

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 The Manufacturing Engineer or Senior Manufacturing Engineer bridges design and production, optimizing designs for manufacturability...

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 The Lead Manufacturing Engineer bridges design and production, optimizing designs for manufacturability while enhancing processes to...

At Senra Systems, we believe that the future of manufacturing lies not in automation, but in configuration. We supercharge electrical wire harness manufacturing through software configuration, transforming skilled assembly tasks into high-throughput production lines. We enable customers to design what they want, when they want it and deliver harness builds at record-breaking speed. As our Manufacturing Engineer, you will be a critical member of our team and will play a pivotal role in the growth and success of our company, while working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment that will challenge and inspire you. In this role, you will work as an early member of our manufacturing team to support the build of wire harness assemblies and improve the overall manufacturing process. You will also work closely with other engineers and technicians to design, develop, and iterate on the material process flow for the factory. What you'll own: Plan and coordinate harness builds by...

Senior Integration Engineer (Tanks & Domes) Department: Manufacturing Employment Type: Full Time Location: Redondo Beach Compensation: $135,000 - $185,000 / year Description As a Senior/Staff Tanks Integration Engineer , you will be responsible with developing processes for dome, structures, and tank integration. Helios is Impulse's new vehicle , a 3rd stage/kick stage. Launching in 2026, it is designed to take satellites & payloads to GEO for faster & cheaper than today's capability. Responsibilities Own Helios tank builds through final integration Build, organize, and manage a multidisciplinary schedule to drive delivery of the tanks on time Work and communicate effectively at a technical level with numerous teams across propulsion, avionics, structures, software, test, and manufacturing Work with Responsible Engineers to solidify proper manufacturing and integration processes Develop & optimize manufacturing processes, procedures,...

Additive Engineer Department: Manufacturing Employment Type: Full Time Location: Redondo Beach Compensation: $100,000 - $160,000 / year Description As an Additive Manufacturing Engineer at Impulse , you will assist in supporting the development and production of additive products for our propulsion system. Work alongside propulsion engineers and other manufacturing engineers to take hardware from initial drawings to functional and robust hardware. Responsibilities Collaborate with design, analysis, materials, responsible engineers and other manufacturing engineers in developing the next iteration of propulsion hardware Work hands-on with additive platforms, including optimization, troubleshooting, and calibration, while coordinating with OEMs for improvements Drive and identify projects to make the printer platforms more robust and repeatable based on machine issues, failed builds, and sensor monitoring/in process data acquisition Produce and optimize...

Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities. GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, we're inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We're proud to play a part in protecting the world's democracies. And we're committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the world's aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of £3.35 bn.in 2023. There are no limits to where you can take your career. Job Summary The Quality Director is responsible for leading the quality strategy and execution across the site, ensuring compliance with aerospace standards, customer requirements, and internal quality objectives. This role drives a culture of continuous improvement, zero defects, and...

Aerospace & Defense startup currently in Stealth based in El Segundo, made up of former SpaceX, Anduril, and Lockheed engineers, applying the SpaceX model to mass produce life-saving systems. Backed by joint staff level military leadership and several major SV firms, their first product is designed for immediate deployment around the world starting with Ukraine where the need is critical. Role Overview As our Build Reliability Engineer , you'll own the integrity of the production process from prototype to full-rate manufacturing. You will be the connective tissue between design, manufacturing, and quality-ensuring that our builds are repeatable, efficient, and reliable. You'll play a critical role in developing robust manufacturing processes, executing quality assurance strategies, and continuously improving product reliability in a mission-critical environment. Key Responsibilities Build Reliability Define and implement processes to ensure reliable...

Aerospace & Defense startup currently in Stealth based in El Segundo, made up of former SpaceX, Anduril, and Lockheed engineers, applying the SpaceX model to mass produce life-saving systems. Backed by joint staff level military leadership and several major SV firms, their first product is designed for immediate deployment around the world. Job Overview: We're seeking talented and highly motivated Lead Propulsion Engineer. This will be a hands-on role doing solid rocket motor development from concept through to flight qualification. This is a full time role at a fast growing stealth startup with a significant equity opportunity. Solid rocket motor development and supply chain is at a historically low point in the United States critically blocking the development of more capable and affordable systems for the DoD and our allies; execution in this role will directly result in lives saved around the world. Key responsibilities: Engineer will be responsible for...

About Varda Low Earth orbit is open for business . Varda is accelerating the development of commercial space infrastructure, from in-orbit pharmaceutical processing to reliable and economical reentry capsules. From life-saving pharmaceuticals to more powerful fiber optics, there is a world of products used on Earth today that can only be manufactured in space. Varda is accelerating innovation in the orbital economy by creating both the products and infrastructure needed so space can directly benefit life on Earth. Our mission is to expand the economic bounds of humankind. Our team is uniquely suited to accomplishing this goal, with leadership and staff comprised of veterans from SpaceX, Blue Origin, major pharmaceutical companies and Silicon Valley. Varda was founded in January 2021 by Will Bruey and Delian Asparouhov with significant backing from world class investors including Khosla Ventures, Lux Capital, Founders Fund, Caffeinated Capital, General Catalyst, and Also...

PHILOSOPHY Marway Power Solutions dedicates itself to conduct business honestly and ethically wherever operations are maintained. We strive to improve the quality of our services, products, and operations and will maintain a reputation for honesty, fairness, respect, responsibility, integrity, trust and sound business judgment. Our Team members are expected to adhere to high standards of business and personal integrity as a representation of our business practices, at all times, consistent with their duty of loyalty to Marway Power Solutions, Inc. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Key Responsibilities Draft sheet metal parts and assemblies using SolidWorks and AutoCAD Interpret specifications to determine technical requirements Select components and create of bills of material Support mechanical and component packaging design Reconfigure and adapt existing product designs to new customer requirements Assist with development of new products Physical Demands...

Hermeus is an aerospace and defense technology company founded to radically accelerate air travel by delivering hypersonic aircraft. The company aims to develop hypersonic aircraft quickly and cost-effectively by integrating hardware-rich, iterative development with modern computing and autonomy. This approach has been validated through design, build, and test of the company's first combined turbojet-ramjet engine and is now being scaled through its first flight vehicle program, Quarterhorse. Hermeus is also developing Darkhorse - an uncrewed hypersonic aircraft designed to deliver unique asymmetric capabilities to the warfighter. Hermeus is seeking talented students with experience in mechanical engineering to join our Fluids Team in Los Angeles for the Fall 2025 semester. The Fluids Team is responsible for the design and integration of hydraulic systems, fuel systems, and their supporting structural components for cutting-edge hypersonic aircraft. This is a full-time paid...