26 aerospace and defense jobs found in 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 Joby Aviation is seeking a highly organized, passionate individual to join our testing team. As part of this team you will help design hardware to support testing of flight critical systems for VTOL electric aircraft. Work may include electrical and industrial process equipment design, with a focus integrated loading systems. The role will involve a mix of hands-on prototyping and troubleshooting, documentation aligned to industry standards and the...

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 highly organized, passionate individual to join our testing team. As part of this team you will help design hardware to support testing of flight critical systems for VTOL electric aircraft. Work may include electrical and industrial process equipment design, with a focus integrated loading systems. The role will involve a mix of hands-on prototyping and troubleshooting, documentation aligned to industry standards and the...

Overview Joby Aviation is seeking a passionate student to join our design engineering team for the summer. In this role, you will be responsible for the development & detailed design of structural airframe components. You will be deeply involved in everything from preliminary concept work to actual production. For this role, you will have a strong understanding of CAD design and the ability to do hand calculations and create detailed models and drawings. Further, you will work closely with many disciplines, including our electronics, wiring systems, structural analysis, and manufacturing teams. Responsibilities Understanding of static and structural hand-calculations Design of composite/metallic brackets to integrate electronics and other aircraft systems Perform initial layout and sizing Fastener sizing, bond area sizing, riveting Composite <-> metallic material compatibility, galvanic corrosion Detailed drawing creation, GD&T Direct communication with...

Toray Advanced Composites (TAC) is a leading supplier of advanced composite materials for aerospace, sporting goods, motorsport, and industrial markets. You will find our thermoset composite products on nearly every satellite, space launch vehicle, unmanned aircraft, military and commercial aircraft in production today. TAC also provides composites materials to industrial and recreational applications including mountain bikes, medical prosthetics, and sports equipment. Our thermoplastic prepregs, known in the industry as Cetex®, are found in a wide range of commercial and military aircraft, including large wing structures and interior applications like seats and galleys. Our Cetex products are available in unidirectional tape or fabric form in a variety of engineered thermoplastic resins including PAEK, PEKK, PEEK, PPS, PEI as well as a full line of performance thermoplastics including Nylon, PET, PC/ABS, HDPE, and PP. Summary of Functions: The Maintenance Engineering Intern...

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 We are seeking an entry-level additive design engineer to join our additive engineering team. This role focuses on designing, optimizing, and validating components specifically for additive manufacturing (AM) processes. The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in mechanical engineering principles, CAD modeling, and Design for Additive Manufacturing (DfAM), and is motivated to develop innovative, production-ready hardware using advanced manufacturing...

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 searching for a senior tool design engineer with experience designing tools and equipment for large carbon fiber parts and assemblies for aircraft production. Individual must have a strong technical background in certified aircraft manufacturing. This person should be well versed in all aspects of the tool design process from concept sketches to implementing tools on the production floor. Responsibilities Design ownership of...

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 Liaison Engineer to join our growing MRB (Material Review Board) Engineering team. This role is a key position as the company quickly moved towards FAA type and production certifications. The applicant 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 responsible...

Job Description Primary Duties & Responsibilities Conduct all activities in a manner consistent with Coherent' s corporate values and Code of Conduct. Provide professional technical support to internal department, sales and marketing teams worldwide, and customers as needed. Introduce and help develop efficient and improved methods for optical system assembly and inspection as needed. Involved directly with new product development projects incorporating optical, electrical, mechanical, software and system integration engineering functions. Ensure meeting project schedule and timelines and milestones, and the completion of complex cross-disciplinary activities within project team. Conduct and well manage design documents, ECR/ECO, design change implementation in new product release process. Communicates project status and progresses to management as appropriate, including recommendations on resources, process development, and product improvement and...

Job Description PacSci EMC, a Ralliant Operating Company, delivers innovative energetic material solutions that enable mission success across aerospace and defense. As part of our commitment to developing future talent, we are seeking a Manufacturing Intern for Summer 2026, with the possibility of extending to part time thereafter . In this role, you will gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment while supporting engineering and manufacturing initiatives. You will collaborate with engineers, technicians, and cross-functional teams on real-world projects that drive operational excellence, product quality, and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities: Development and completion of compliance matrix PFMEA Risk assessment Design of tooling Process development experiments Participate in group design reviews Work in configuration management system to manage program documentation Conduct data reporting and analysis (qualitative and...

Engineering Manager - West Coast Department: Mechanical/ Manufacturing Engineering Reports To: Senior Director of Engineering Location: On-Site - Newark, CA Travel: 10% - 20% to Vitesse Site in Carson City, NV (as necessary) FLSA: Salary, Full-Time, Exempt Revision Date: January 2026 About Vitesse: How we communicate, capture, and share information has not changed significantly in our lifetime-it has changed significantly in the last decade, even in the last year. From a vacationer checking email as they fly across the world to a U.S. military service member sharing critical observations across the battlefield, the ability to capture and transfer data over different platforms is an important part both of our everyday lives and the security of our country. Whether on a geostationary satellite, a naval vessel, or a military jet, the mission-critical solutions that we design and manufacture at Vitesse make our country and our world safer. Through extensive technical...

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 student to join the System Electronics team in San Carlos, CA as a Mechanical Engineering Intern. This individual would be responsible for designing testing equipment, thermal systems aircraft components, low-voltage electronic housings, and manufacturing tooling. This role will involve design work starting at the conceptual level through full modeling and continue into manufacturing and testing. Responsibilities...

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 As a Mechanical Design Engineer on Joby Aviation's Powertrain team, you will be responsible for designing world-class power-electronics and propulsion systems. The work environment is dynamic, fast-paced, and challenging. Design engineers drive prototype builds, engineering testing, and product validation. Your day-to-day tasks will involve the design, analysis, and testing of all structural, thermal, environmental, and insulating aspects of components...

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 highly organized, passionate individual to join our Ground Support Equipment Team. As part of this team, you will be working on the development of charging and thermal conditioning systems for VTOL electric aircraft. Work will include the detailed design, procurement and testing of systems, assemblies and components. The projects will be dynamic, fast paced, and well-funded. Responsibilities Selection and design of...

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...

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...

Job Description Primary Duties & Responsibilities Responsible for designing fixtures/tooling as needed for prototype build, assist senior engineers in performing process development activities in the OSA lab, perform Design of Experiments (DOEs) to determine optimum solutions to manufacturing issues. Education & Experience No experience necessary. Must be enrolled in college per the Coherent Internship Guidelines. Skills Capable of using Solid Works to design simple fixtures/tooling. Work effectively in a team setting as well as an individual contributor with limited supervision. Working Conditions This role will be based on-site in Fremont, CA. Regular use of a computer and other office equipment is necessary. Cleanroom work may be needed Use of mechanical dimension inspection equipment Physical Requirements Sitting for extended periods while working on a computer or in meetings. Use of hands and fingers for typing, writing,...

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,...

The Company Halo Industries has developed breakthrough technology to revolutionize a decades-old semiconductor material slicing process. Our laser-based solution minimizes waste, enhances material cost efficiency, and drives innovations across high-growth markets, including automotive, telecommunications, and power electronics. Founded in 2014 at Stanford University, Halo received significant funding in 2024, paving the way for rapid expansion, strategic customer engagement, and the launch of volume manufacturing. The Opportunity The Sr. NPI Engineer is responsible for transitioning new product designs from the development phase to pilot manufacturing, ensuring manufacturability, quality, manufacturing process testing, and successful launch of these complex machines.This role is at the intersection of design and manufacturing and therefore involves collaboration with design, manufacturing, and quality teams to identify potential issues, develop solutions, and implement...

Pivotal is the leader in the emerging market of electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft. We design, develop, and manufacture light eVTOL aircraft and are renowned for the BlackFly aircraft the world's first light eVTOL to fly manned missions and enter the consumer market. Efficient, compact, and simple, Pivotal aircraft are designed for a wide range of consumer, public service, and defense applications. Our distinctive tilt-aircraft architecture and scalable platform have been flying for over 10 years. Last year we announced our next-generation aircraft, the Helix, which is rapidly progressing toward general release and scalable production in early 2026. Mobility is one of the most highly-valued areas of modern technology investments. This is the right company, in the right space, the right strategy, at the right time. If you are ready for adventure, we invite you to join our amazing team and grow with us. The Aeromechanical team at Pivotal is seeking a highly...

Pivotal is the leader in the emerging market of electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft. We design, develop, and manufacture light eVTOL aircraft and are renowned for the BlackFly aircraft the world's first light eVTOL to fly manned missions and enter the consumer market. Efficient, compact, and simple, Pivotal aircraft are designed for a wide range of consumer, public service, and defense applications. Our distinctive tilt-aircraft architecture and scalable platform have been flying for over 10 years. Last year we announced our next-generation aircraft, the Helix, which is rapidly progressing toward general release and scalable production in early 2026. Mobility is one of the most highly-valued areas of modern technology investments. This is the right company, in the right space, the right strategy, at the right time. If you are ready for adventure, we invite you to join our amazing team and grow with us. As part of our Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul (MRO)...