Mechanical Engineering, Assistant Professor California State UniversityMechanical Engineering, Assistant ProfessorPomona, CAApplication Process: A completed application will consist of: Cover letter in which you describe why you are interested in the position, relevant experience, how you meet the minimum and preferred qualifications, and your unique contribution to the department; Curriculum vitae; Teaching Philosophy statement (2 pages max) that addresses Cal Poly Pomona's commitment to excellence in education (see above), and includes a list of courses the candidate is prepared to teach, courses the candidate can teach with some additional preparation, and courses the candidate would like to develop; Research Statement (2 pages max); Reprints of up to 3 most recent (in the past five years) publications; The names and contact information for at least three individuals who can serve as references; Unofficial transcripts of the highest degree earned (official transcripts will be required of finalists); Teaching evaluations by students (if you have experience in teaching). The College offers 12 ABET-accredited undergraduate degrees and 7 Master's degrees to over 6,300 students across seven academic departments that include: Aerospace Engineering, Chemical and Materials Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering Technology, Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering.
Lead Test Engineer (Fluids and Mechanical Systems) AmcaLead Test Engineer (Fluids and Mechanical Systems)El Segundo, CaliforniaThis role bridges design and proof for the team's full testing scope while also leading and developing the engineers who carry out that work — setting technical direction, building test capability, and growing the people on the team. Today, we operate seven factories nationwide, including our advanced prototyping and testing headquarters in El Segundo, and deliver avionics, hydraulic, and electrical components for platforms such as the F-35, F-16, F/A-18, 737MAX, 787, A320neo, A321, Mk-48, and M1 Abrams.
Mechanical Assembly Technician The Structures Company, LLCMechanical Assembly TechnicianEl Segundo, CAPerforms mechanical troubleshooting, disassembly, and repair of component-level space products including avionics boxes, batteries, mechanisms, optics, printed circuit board assemblies, and solar arrays. Operates materials handling equipment including forklifts, overhead cranes, aerial lift equipment, flight vehicle and sub-assembly transportation equipment, and truck/tractor trailer combinations.
Mechanical Design Engineer Starship Components Space Exploration Technologies CorpMechanical Design Engineer Starship ComponentsHawthorne, CA$100,000–$117,500 / yearRESPONSIBILITIES: Develop state-of-the-art, manufacturable flow control devices (valves, regulators, solenoids), mechanisms (flap/fin/payload door actuators), and electromechanical devices through end-to-end ownership (design, analysis, production layout, assembly, environmental testing, and vehicle integration) across Starship and Super Heavy stage systems. Partner with manufacturing, production, testing, and supply chain to achieve SpaceX's highest-yet component build rate, striving for high factory yield and automotive volume/cost.
Senior Mechanical Engineer Mesh Optical TechnologiesSenior Mechanical EngineerGardena, California$140,000–$180,000 / yearContribute meaningfully to system-level architecture discussions, influencing packaging strategy, interface definitions, and cross-domain trade-offs with optical, electrical, and thermal stakeholders. Drive design-for-manufacturability and design-for-automation decisions with minimal oversight, ensuring mechanical designs support automated assembly, precision placement, and high-yield production.
Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer Starship Components Space Exploration Technologies CorpSr. Mechanical Design Engineer Starship ComponentsHawthorne, CA$135,000–$190,000 / yearRESPONSIBILITIES: Develop state-of-the-art, manufacturable flow control devices (valves, regulators, solenoids), mechanisms (flap/fin/payload door actuators), and electromechanical devices through end-to-end ownership (design, analysis, production layout, assembly, environmental testing, and vehicle integration) across Starship and Super Heavy stage systems. Partner with manufacturing, production, testing, and supply chain to achieve SpaceX's highest-yet component build rate, striving for high factory yield and automotive volume/cost.
Lead Manufacturing Engineer (PCBA) Impulse Space Propulsion Inc.Lead Manufacturing Engineer (PCBA)Redondo Beach, CA$140,000–$180,000 / yearThis position requires applicants to be either U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent U.S. resident (green card holder), an individual granted asylum in the U.S., or an individual admitted in U.S. refugee status) or persons eligible to obtain an export license from the U.S. Departments of State, Commerce, or other applicable U.S. government agencies. Impulse Space's spacecraft manufacturing business is subject to U.S. export regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR).
Hardware Reliability Engineer, Components Starshield Space Exploration Technologies CorpHardware Reliability Engineer, Components StarshieldHawthorne, CA$105,000–$140,000 / yearA Hardware Reliability Engineer plays a critical role in supporting the design engineering community to produce higher reliability Electrical, Electronic, and Electro-mechanical/Electro-optical (EEE) components and systems, ensuring SpaceX can continue to use commercial electronics from a wide range of manufacturers. Analyze and model implementation options to inform electronics design for reliability, including material selections, PCB laminates, features (vias, pad, stack up, etc.) specifications, finishes, component attachment, solder chemistry, reflow profile, and underfill selections.
2026-27 AY Teaching Associate - Mechanical Engineering California State University2026-27 AY Teaching Associate - Mechanical EngineeringLos Angeles, CA$3,245–$7,598As a federally recognized Hispanic-Serving Institution, and Asian-American, Native American, and Pacific Islander-Serving Institution, Cal State LA recognizes the transformative power of education and embraces its duty to identify and serve the needs of all of its students. Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last seven years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended.
Build Reliability Engineer Falcon/Starship Valves & Components Space Exploration Technologies CorpBuild Reliability Engineer Falcon/Starship Valves & ComponentsHawthorne, CA$100,000–$117,500 / yearConduct regular build quality reviews to ensure that design intent is achieved and well-communicated; identify opportunities for risk reduction and removal of complexity in designs and processes to improve manufacturability, collaborating with integrated product teams to drive improvements and address high-impact and repeating non-conformances. Responsible partner with design engineering and manufacturing teams through product development and production to create quality plans for flight hardware, including identification of key characteristics, prototype testing for functionality and manufacturability, first article and detailed inspection planning, and consideration of past failures and lessons learned.
Sr. Staff New Programs Engineer, New Programs Tesla IncSr. Staff New Programs Engineer, New ProgramsHawthorne, CA$123,880–$262,200 / yearWe take executive directions and turn them into a product: vehicle attributes, full-vehicle and sub system architectural design & engineering, and a production concept ready for Giga scale. Reporting to the Director of New Programs Engineering, you will own product architectures, system trades, engineering design, and the mentorship and technical excellence of your team.
6G Welder / Mechanical Assembler - Day Shift The Personnel Department Ltd6G Welder / Mechanical Assembler - Day ShiftCA$36–$38 / hourYou'll work from blueprints and engineering drawings to perform precision MIG and TIG welding on pipe, sheet metal, and structural components, including stainless steel, carbon steel, and aluminum. Known for innovative engineering, advanced control technology, and a strong commitment to quality and reliability, this organization serves a wide range of commercial and industrial markets worldwide.
Sr. Mechanical Engineer, Electric Machine Design RivianSr. Mechanical Engineer, Electric Machine DesignCarson, California$107,800–$134,800 / yearFull timeRivian may use your Candidate Personal Data for the purposes of (i) tracking interactions with our recruiting system; (ii) carrying out, analyzing and improving our application and recruitment process, including assessing you and your application and conducting employment, background and reference checks; (iii) establishing an employment relationship or entering into an employment contract with you; (iv) complying with our legal, regulatory and corporate governance obligations; (v) recordkeeping; (vi) ensuring network and information security and preventing fraud; and (vii) as otherwise required or permitted by applicable law. Rivian may share your Candidate Personal Data with (i) internal personnel who have a need to know such information in order to perform their duties, including individuals on our People Team, Finance, Legal, and the team(s) with the position(s) for which you are applying; (ii) Rivian affiliates; and (iii) Rivian’s service providers, including providers of background checks, staffing services, and cloud services.
Electrical Engineer (PE) - Los Angeles General MatterElectrical Engineer (PE) - Los AngelesLos Angeles, California$90,000–$175,000 / yearOwn support for the design, operation, and troubleshooting of all facility electrical components and systems, including load flow analysis, equipment evaluation, building and facility equipment grounding, data and power monitoring hardware and software. Design and develop detailed electrical designs for various systems and equipment, including electrical power distribution systems, uninterruptible power supply units, standby and emergency generators, and automatic transfer switches.
NewCleared Guidance and Control Engineer M&S ConsultingCleared Guidance and Control EngineerPasadena, CAFull timeA Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field with at least 6 years of relevant experience; or a Master’s degree with at least 4 years of experience; or a PhD with at least 2 years of experience. You will contribute to the advancement and development of spacecraft and payload/instrument guidance, navigation, and control (GNC) architectures, designs, algorithms, simulations, flight software implementations, performance validation and on-orbit commissioning and operations.
Radiation Effects Engineer Impulse SpaceRadiation Effects EngineerRedondo Beach, CA$120,000–$150,000 / yearYou’ll work closely with electrical engineers, RF engineers, EMC engineers, mechanical engineers, and test engineers to maximize reliability, perform analysis and testing, and ensure reliable hardware performance across Impulse’s spacecraft. As a Radiation Effects Engineer, your core responsibility will be to contribute to the component selection, design, testing, and delivery of flight hardware systems for space missions from low Earth orbit to mars.
Combustion Analysis Engineer Arbor EnergyCombustion Analysis EngineerEl Segundo, California$130,000–$150,000 / yearOur advanced power systems deliver clean, reliable baseload electricity with zero operating emissions—modular, fuel-flexible, and engineered for the realities of today’s energy demand. We're looking for a Combustion Analysis Engineer to perform fluid, thermal, and structural analyses on our novel combustion systems—bringing high-performance engineering to the fight against climate change.
Lead Avionics Engineer Impulse SpaceLead Avionics EngineerRedondo Beach, CA$145,000–$175,000 / yearThis position requires applicants to be either U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent U.S. resident (green card holder), an individual granted asylum in the U.S., or an individual admitted in U.S. refugee status) or persons eligible to obtain an export license from the U.S. Departments of State, Commerce, or other applicable U.S. government agencies. You will manage a team of talented electrical engineers who design and test custom circuit boards, working to rapidly develop high reliability electronics.
Staff Mechanisms Engineer InversionStaff Mechanisms EngineerCulver City, CA$161,000–$221,000 / yearITAR Compliance: To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Develop and execute comprehensive test campaigns including functional testing, environmental qualification (vibration, shock, thermal, TVAC, EMI/EMC), life cycle testing, and acceptance testing.
Structures Engineer II InversionStructures Engineer IILos Angeles, CA$110,000–$150,000 / yearYou'll drive primary structure design for a novel reentry vehicle working closely with cross-functional teams to solve complex packaging and manufacturability problems while driving designs toward real hardware. ITAR Compliance: To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.