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.
Battery Test & Validation Engineer (High Voltage Packs & Modules) Heart AerospaceBattery Test & Validation Engineer (High Voltage Packs & Modules)Los Angeles, California$140,000–$216,000 / yearAt Heart Aerospace we develop the ES-30, a regional hybrid-electric airplane with a capacity of 30 passengers, an electric zero-emission range of 200 km and an extended hybrid range of 400 km. In this role, you will be a key contributor to the development, testing, and optimization of advanced battery cells specifically designed for the demanding requirements of electric aerospace applications.
Mechanical Engineer Neon AerospaceMechanical EngineerIrvine, California$110,000–$165,000 / yearYou’ll be directly involved in designing the mechanical building blocks that make complex systems work—helping ensure performance, reliability, manufacturability, and cost targets are met. We’re looking for a Mechanical Engineer to help design and integrate complex mechanical and electromechanical systems powering next-generation hardware—spanning positioning, propulsion, environmental control, and energy management.
Battery Mechanical Design Engineer Heart AerospaceBattery Mechanical Design EngineerLos Angeles, California$113,000–$216,000 / yearLead the mechanical design, and development of various battery mechanical systems, including battery cells, module design, module housings, high voltage distribution and full pack assemblies using advanced CAD tools (e.g. At Heart Aerospace we develop the ES-30, a regional hybrid-electric airplane with a capacity of 30 passengers, an electric zero-emission range of 200 km and an extended hybrid range of 400 km.
Sr. Electrical Engineer Neon AerospaceSr. Electrical EngineerIrvine, California$150,000–$250,000 / yearYou’ll lead the design and integration of complex electrical and electromechanical systems that power next-generation products, spanning actuator drives, power electronics, avionics communication, energy management, and other high-performance technologies. This is a hands-on, highly collaborative role for an engineer who thrives at the intersection of architecture and execution, someone who can translate requirements into robust, manufacturable, certifiable hardware and drive it from concept to production release and shipment.
Space Data Network Payload Systems Engineer The Aerospace CorpSpace Data Network Payload Systems EngineerEl Segundo, CA$129,000–$249,600 / 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.
Space Cybersecurity Systems Engineer The Aerospace CorpSpace Cybersecurity 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 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.
2026 Communications System and DSP Engineer The Aerospace Corp2026 Communications System and DSP EngineerEl Segundo, CA$90,000–$110,000 / yearThrough close collaboration with the United States Government, defense contractors, and other FFRDCs, we deliver impartial, technically rigorous physical-layer expertise that directly shapes solutions to the critical challenges our nation faces in maintaining space superiority. 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.
Senior Embedded Platform Engineer Neon AerospaceSenior Embedded Platform EngineerIrvine, CaliforniaYou 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 Software Architecture & Cloud Engineer The Aerospace CorpSenior Software Architecture & Cloud EngineerEl Segundo, CA$166,400–$249,600 / yearTeam Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration: Interface directly with customers, systems engineering teams, security teams, and program leadership to align technical execution with mission priorities. 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.
Embedded Software Engineer The Aerospace CorpEmbedded Software EngineerEl Segundo, CA$110,400–$165,500 / yearInformation Systems and Cyber Division (ISCD) staff couple the latest in information system technologies, such as elastic compute clouds, containerization, microservices, real-time operating systems, and visualization frameworks, with expertise in cyber security, software architecture, software engineering, data science, Artificial Intelligence, process improvement, and software development to deliver responsive, resilient, high-performance software intensive systems to our Intelligence Community, DoD, and civilian customers. You will provide design and implementation support to a wide range of customers including the Space Force's Space Systems Command (SSC), the Space Development Agency (SDA), the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO), and NASA, translating cutting-edge research into mission-critical space systems.
2026 Digital Signals and RF Engineer The Aerospace Corp2026 Digital Signals and RF EngineerEl Segundo, CA$90,000–$140,000 / yearSelected candidate will join the Digital Communication Implementation Department (DCID), DCID uses software-defined radios and FPGA technology to develop advanced communication and navigation system prototypes (GNSS, PNT, GPS, etc.) that solve the toughest problems related to digital communication systems. 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.
Systems Engineer / Mission Analyst SME BOOST LLCSystems Engineer / Mission Analyst SMEEl Segundo, CA$175,000–$250,000 / yearBachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Operations Research, or a related technical field. Their teams combine deep technical expertise, disciplined execution, and an unwavering commitment to mission assurance—delivering systems that enable information dominance, operational continuity, and strategic decision advantage.
Technical Recruiter Space Exploration Technologies CorpTechnical RecruiterHawthorne, CA$85,000–$100,000 / yearYour day-to-day routine will change often as hiring priorities shift, but there is a basic set of activities you can expect to run with daily, including, but not limited to: Meet with your client groups to discuss headcount, new requisitions, hiring strategy, and/or interview feedback - you truly act as a partner to your clients and not merely as an order taker. ITAR REQUIREMENTS: To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
Sr. Technical Recruiter Space Exploration Technologies CorpSr. Technical RecruiterHawthorne, CA$115,000–$150,000 / yearYour day-to-day routine will change often as hiring priorities shift, but there is a basic set of activities you can expect to run with daily, including, but not limited to: Meet with your client groups to discuss headcount, new requisitions, hiring strategy, and/or interview feedback - you truly act as a partner to your clients and not merely as an order taker. ITAR REQUIREMENTS: To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
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.
Cost and Schedule Engineer The Aerospace CorpCost and Schedule EngineerEl Segundo, CA$100,300–$150,400 / yearBuilding on The Aerospace Corporation's reputation as a trusted, impartial advisor with integrity and dedication to mission success, the Civil Systems Group (CSG) combines deep technical expertise with market-leading innovation to help our customers solve complex systems engineering and integration challenges. In addition to the above, the minimum requirements for the Project Engineer - Systems Engineering include: Minimum 8 years of relevant multidisciplinary experience, including spacecraft and launch vehicle concept design and operation, with knowledge of NASA missions, and/or other federal agencies, technologies, lifecycle development, requirements, and guidelines.
Structural Engineer Mach IndustriesStructural EngineerVictorville, CaliforniaIn this role, you will support the conceptual and preliminary structural development of high-performance vehicles and energetic platforms by driving structural layouts, FEM modeling, load path development, and structural trade studies. Mach participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only.
Software Modernization & DevSecOps Architecture Engineer The Aerospace CorpSoftware Modernization & DevSecOps Architecture 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. Stakeholder & Customer Interfacing: Serve as a core technical liaison, translating high-level customer mission objectives into actionable architectural milestones, driving alignment across program managers, engineering teams, and external stakeholders.
Evolved Strategic SATCOM (ESS) System Test Engineer The Aerospace CorpEvolved Strategic SATCOM (ESS) System Test EngineerEl Segundo, CA$151,300–$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 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. 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.