2027 Rendezvous & Proximity Operations Computer Vision and Relative Navigation Engineer The Aerospace Corp2027 Rendezvous & Proximity Operations Computer Vision and Relative Navigation EngineerEl Segundo, CA$100,000–$140,000 / yearGraduate level course work, research, and/or experience in the following areas: space mission analysis and design, state estimation, pose estimation, relative navigation, orbit determination, computer vision, image processing, astrodynamics, trajectory simulation and performance optimization of spacecraft conducting RPO. Experience in one or more of the following subjects: space mission analysis and design, state estimation, pose estimation, orbit determination, image processing, algorithm design, software development, astrodynamics, trajectory simulation and performance optimization of spacecraft conducting RPO, mathematical modeling.
2027 Space Systems and Orbit Determination Operations Engineer The Aerospace Corp2027 Space Systems and Orbit Determination Operations EngineerEl Segundo, CA$100,000–$140,000 / yearAs 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. Advise key stakeholders and government customers by performing analyses related to orbit determination, target tracking, Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) analysis, and signal integrity.
2027 Signal Processing and Artificial Intelligence Engineer The Aerospace Corp2027 Signal Processing and Artificial Intelligence EngineerEl Segundo, CA$90,000–$140,000 / yearAs 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. It would be impressive if you have one or more of these: Master's or PhD degree from an accredited college/university program in Electrical Engineering, Computer/Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or closely related technical discipline (pursuing or conferred within last 12 months).
Engineering Economics & Cost Analytics Lead Engineer The Aerospace CorpEngineering Economics & Cost Analytics Lead EngineerEl Segundo, CA$155,900–$233,900 / yearFrom systems CONOPs and architecture development to system design and analysis, mission assurance, cost and schedule assessment, and economic market analysis, SED leverages a vast array of engineering and business disciplines across a diverse and dynamic portfolio of space programs and national challenges spanning the total space system lifecycle. Aerospace's Engineering Economic and Management Sciences (EEMS) Department is seeking an Engineering Economics & Cost Analytics Lead Engineer to join a diverse, innovative, and highly productive team of cost, schedule, and operations research professionals.
2027 Remote Sensing Architecture Technical Engineer The Aerospace Corp2027 Remote Sensing Architecture Technical EngineerEl Segundo, CARemote$100,000–$140,000 / yearHow You Can Stand Out: It would be impressive if you have one or more of these: PhD degree in aerospace engineering, physics, operations research, mathematics, or a related field from an accredited program (pursuing or conferred within last 12 months) Experience in relevant topic areas post bachelor's degree (e.g., modeling and simulation, mission analysis, astrodynamics, or space operations.). Knowledge or project experience with one or more of the following subjects: space-related modeling and simulation, geolocation, mission data processing, signal processing, space threats, resilient systems, advanced PNT technologies, algorithm design, software development, or mathematical modeling.
Evolved Strategic SATCOM (ESS) C2 Terminal Systems Engineer The Aerospace CorpEvolved Strategic SATCOM (ESS) C2 Terminal Systems EngineerEl Segundo, CA$151,300–$226,900 / yearThe Defense Systems Group (DSG) provides analysis-based decision support to senior leaders on space architectures, policy and strategy, technology development, warfighter capability enablers, systems integration, defense industrial base, and threat reduction to help shape existing and future space missions across the national security space (NSS) enterprise. DSG is unique at Aerospace as it not only directly supports major customers, including the U.S. Space Force, U.S. Space Command, Air Force Materiel Command, and senior leadership at the Pentagon, but also provides a broad range of technical support across the national space enterprise, maintaining vertical responsibilities with customers' portfolios as well as horizontal, matrixed responsibilities across the corporation.
Digital Communications & DSP Engineer The Aerospace CorpDigital Communications & DSP EngineerEl Segundo, CA$129,000–$193,500 / yearAs 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. DCID's support includes guiding the acquisition of next generation communication and navigation systems needed by our customer, helping industry implement cutting edge technology and creating innovative solutions to our customers' most challenging problems.
Small Satellite Embedded Software Engineer The Aerospace CorpSmall Satellite Embedded Software EngineerEl Segundo, CA$110,400–$193,500 / yearDomain expertise in specialized technical areas such as flight dynamics/orbital mechanics, machine learning/AI algorithms, precision timing systems (atomic clocks, GPS-disciplined oscillators), radiation/photonic sensing, scientific instrumentation, or laser/optical systems. The team is currently seeking a Small Satellite Embedded Software Engineer (Senior Member of Technical Staff/Engineering Specialist - Embedded Software Engineering) to support small satellite payloads and spacecraft sub-systems.
Senior Embedded Platform Engineer Neon AerospaceSenior Embedded Platform EngineerIrvine, California$150,000–$250,000 / yearYou will architect, implement, and maintain firmware across real-time microcontroller platforms, owning BSPs, drivers, RTOS/bare-metal execution, timing, peripheral interfaces, diagnostics hooks, and hardware bring-up. We’re seeking a Senior Platform/Real-Time Embedded Firmware Engineer with strong low-level embedded software expertise and a passion for building robust, deterministic firmware for safety-critical control systems.
Senior Cybersecurity Engineer The Aerospace CorpSenior Cybersecurity EngineerEl Segundo, CA$166,400–$249,600 / yearThe candidate will make things more secure by working with customers throughout the system development life cycle to develop policies, requirements, prototypes, demonstrations, architectures and solutions that protect systems, keep computer systems and network devices hardened against attacks and securing highly sensitive data. 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.
Technical Product Lead (Project Engineer/Sr. Project Engineer) The Aerospace CorpTechnical Product Lead (Project Engineer/Sr. Project Engineer)El Segundo, CA$117,300–$175,900 / yearThe Defense Systems Group (DSG) provides analysis-based decision support to senior leaders on space architectures, policy and strategy, technology development, warfighter capability enablers, systems integration, defense industrial base, and threat reduction to help shape existing and future space missions across the national security space (NSS) enterprise. DSG is unique at Aerospace as it not only directly supports major customers, including the U.S. Space Force, U.S. Space Command, Air Force Materiel Command, and senior leadership at the Pentagon, but also provides a broad range of technical support across the national space enterprise, maintaining vertical responsibilities with customers' portfolios as well as horizontal, matrixed responsibilities across the corporation.
2026 Electromagnetics Effects Engineer The Aerospace Corp2026 Electromagnetics Effects EngineerEl Segundo, CA$90,000–$100,000 / yearAs 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. Gain hands-on experience performing electromagnetic and radiofrequency testing using signal generators, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, oscilloscopes, and antennas; develop test methods and analyze results.
Senior Embedded Systems Software Engineer Neon AerospaceSenior Embedded Systems Software EngineerIrvine, California$150,000–$175,000 / yearThis role sits at the intersection of embedded platform software, and system-level control logic owning the supervisory control layers that coordinate actuators, motor drives, and flight-level systems. You will architect and implement system control logic, state machines, sequencing, diagnostics, and communication interfaces that ensure safe, deterministic operation across complex aerospace systems.
Space Combat Power Mission Engineer The Aerospace CorpSpace Combat Power Mission EngineerEl Segundo, CA$117,300–$226,900 / yearDSG is unique at Aerospace as it not only directly supports major customers, including the U.S. Space Force, U.S. Space Command, Air Force Material Command, and senior leadership at the Pentagon, but also provides a broad range of technical support across the national space enterprise, maintaining vertical responsibilities with customers' portfolios as well as horizontal, matrixed responsibilities across the corporation. The Defense Systems Group (DSG) provides analysis-based decision support to senior leaders on space architectures, policy and strategy, technology development, warfighter capability enablers, systems integration, defense industrial base, and threat reduction to help shape existing and future space missions across the national security space (NSS) enterprise.
Senior Real-Time/Controls Software Engineer Space Kinetic CorpSenior Real-Time/Controls Software EngineerEl Segundo, CA$170,000–$240,000 / yearWho We Are: Space Kinetic is a dual use space technology startup building a completely new architecture for space operations - one that brings the advantages of proliferated drone technology (low-cost, operationally flexible, attritable, distributed) to space missions while reducing the ecosystem''s reliance on consumable fuel. What It Takes: Bachelor''s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Robotics, or related field OR Master's Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related field.
Mission Integration Engineer The Aerospace CorpMission Integration EngineerLos Angeles AFB, CA$117,300–$226,900 / yearDSG is unique at Aerospace as it not only directly supports major customers, including US Space Force, U.S Space Command, Air Force Material Command, and senior leadership at the Pentagon, but also provides a broad range of services and support across the national space enterprise, maintaining vertical responsibilities with customers but also horizontal, matrixed responsibilities across the corporation. The selected candidate will serve as the primary interface between launch vehicle and spacecraft program offices and their respective contractors for USSF and NRO spacecraft and will also provide technical support in creating mission sets for future multi-manifest missions and ensuring adequacy of Do-No-Harm assessments on those missions.
Lifecycle Systems Engineer The Aerospace CorpLifecycle Systems EngineerEl Segundo, CA$151,300–$226,900 / yearFrom systems architecture development to system analysis and optimization, astrodynamics, orbital debris, navigation, failure analysis, mission assurance, cost and schedule assessment, and economic market analysis, SED exploits an incredibly broad array of engineering and business disciplines against a dynamic portfolio of programs and national challenges. 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.
Sr. Communication Systems Engineer The Aerospace CorpSr. Communication Systems EngineerEl Segundo, CA$166,400–$249,600 / yearThe Defense Systems Group (DSG) provides analysis-based decision support to senior leaders on space architectures, policy and strategy, technology development, warfighter capability enablers, systems integration, defense industrial base, and threat reduction to help shape existing and future space missions across the national security space (NSS) enterprise. DSG is unique at Aerospace as it not only directly supports major customers, including the U.S. Space Force, U.S. Space Command, Air Force Materiel Command, and senior leadership at the Pentagon, but also provides a broad range of technical support across the national space enterprise, maintaining vertical responsibilities with customers' portfolios as well as horizontal, matrixed responsibilities across the corporation.
Aerospace Quality Engineer Kinetic Personnel GroupAerospace Quality EngineerLos Angeles, CAThis role is well suited for candidates currently working as a Quality Engineer, Senior Quality Engineer, Manufacturing Quality Engineer, Aerospace Quality Engineer, Supplier Quality Engineer, or Quality Assurance Engineer who want broader ownership across the quality function. The ideal candidate has hands-on aerospace manufacturing experience and is comfortable working directly with Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, Supply Chain, suppliers, and customers to resolve quality issues and improve product and process performance.
Senior Design Engineer (Aerospace & Defense Hardware) FreeformSenior Design Engineer (Aerospace & Defense Hardware)Los Angeles, CA$150,000–$200,000 / yearYou will own complex design challenges end-to-end, working hands-on with some of the most complex hardware in the industry, and serve as a technical authority on where Freeform's platform unlocks performance regimes, architectures, and geometries that were previously impractical or impossible. Serve as a senior technical resource - independently resolving advanced questions related to design tradeoffs, process capabilities, qualification pathways, and production scalability, and helping guide less experienced engineers.