Senior Satellite Control Systems Analyst The Aerospace CorpSenior Satellite Control Systems AnalystEl Segundo, CA$117,300–$226,900 / yearIn today's rapidly evolving space environment, our department leverages both heritage and state-of-the-art knowledge, tools, and techniques in the areas of space vehicle attitude control, dynamics, and estimation and payload pointing, while also researching and applying methods from emerging and related topics such as artificial intelligence and robotics, to solve new and increasingly challenging problems. Comprised primarily of highly trained mechanical and aerospace engineers, VSD provides national expertise in the areas of vehicle engineering; guidance, navigation, and controls; robotics; electro-mechanical devices; embedded systems; fluid mechanics; propulsion; thermal control; mechanisms; structures; structural dynamics; and dynamic environments.
Structural Technologies Section Manager The Aerospace CorpStructural Technologies Section ManagerEl Segundo, CA$134,200–$201,300 / yearComprised primarily of highly trained mechanical and aerospace engineers, VSD provides national expertise in the areas of vehicle engineering; guidance, navigation, and controls; robotics; electro-mechanical devices; embedded systems; fluid mechanics; propulsion; thermal control; orbital mechanics; mechanisms; structures; structural dynamics; and dynamic environments. 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.
Manager, Component Analysis & Space Structures The Aerospace CorpManager, Component Analysis & Space StructuresEl Segundo, CA$134,200–$201,300 / yearComprised primarily of highly trained mechanical and aerospace engineers, VSD provides national expertise in the areas of vehicle engineering; guidance, navigation, and controls; robotics; electro-mechanical devices; embedded systems; fluid mechanics; propulsion; thermal control; orbital mechanics; mechanisms; structures; structural dynamics; and dynamic environments. The Vehicle Systems Division (VSD) sits at the center of the ideas and data behind current and future systems supplying innovative research and development; technical evaluations during the acquisition process; conceptual and detailed design; assembly, integration, and test; and operational support.
2027 Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) Graduate Intern The Aerospace Corp2027 Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) Graduate InternEl Segundo, CA$32–$38 / hourComprised primarily of highly-trained mechanical and aerospace engineers, VSD provides national expertise in the areas of vehicle engineering; guidance, navigation, and controls; robotics; electro-mechanical devices; embedded systems; fluid mechanics; propulsion; thermal control; orbital mechanics; mechanisms; structures; structural dynamics; and dynamic environments. The Guidance Analysis Department is seeking a Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) Intern to provide GNC support for launch vehicle, missile systems, and missile defense systems for a wide range of customers including the Space Force's Space Systems Command (SSC), the Missile Defense Agency, and other civil customers (e.g.
Electromechanical Technician The Aerospace CorpElectromechanical TechnicianEl Segundo, CA$33.92–$62.04 / hourComprised primarily of highly-trained mechanical and aerospace engineers, VSD provides national expertise in the areas of vehicle engineering; guidance, navigation, and controls; robotics; electro-mechanical devices; embedded systems; fluid mechanics; propulsion; thermal control; orbital mechanics; mechanisms; structures; structural dynamics; and dynamic environments. The Aerospace Corporation is seeking an experienced Electromechanical Technician (Technical Specialist - Electromechanical III/IV) to join the Electromechanical Control Department, which manages the Mechatronics Research Laboratory (MRL), and is part of the Vehicle Systems Division (VSD).
Propulsion Engineer, Valves Raptor Components Space Exploration Technologies CorpPropulsion Engineer, Valves Raptor ComponentsHawthorne, CA$100,000–$115,000 / yearITAR 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. Partner with supply chain, manufacturing, testing, and flight teams to achieve SpaceX's most reliable, highest rate components, striving for high factory yield and automotive volume/cost.
Curriculum Developer ANDURIL INDUSTRIESCurriculum DeveloperCosta Mesa, CA$113,000–$169,000 / yearThe Training Manager will work closely with subject matter experts (SMEs) across multiple business lines to analyze, design, develop, and deliver training programs that support our rapidly evolving product portfolio and operational landscape. Create content for blended learning formats including instructor-led training (ILT), e-learning modules, job aids, and hands-on practicals in support of both Train-the-Trainer and direct-to-customer deliverables.
Senior Systems Engineer, Safety and Reliability Salient MotionSenior Systems Engineer, Safety and ReliabilityTorrance, CaliforniaSafety Frameworks: Demonstrated working knowledge of SAE ARP4754B and SAE ARP4761A, or equivalent frameworks (IEC 61508, MIL-STD-882, ISO 26262 considered). You will work directly with our systems engineering lead, DER, and cross-functional leads across hardware, software, and mechanical engineering on a fast-moving FAA Part 25 / EASA CS-25 certification program.
Structural Dynamics Engineer Castelion CorporationStructural Dynamics EngineerTorrance, CaliforniaYou'll work across structures, propulsion, avionics, flight test, manufacturing, and test engineering to ensure our vehicles survive some of the harshest dynamic environments imaginable. You will develop high-fidelity analytical models, validate them through testing, and provide the engineering insight that drives design decisions from concept through flight.
Systems Engineer ANDURIL INDUSTRIESSystems EngineerIrvine, CA$146,000–$194,000 / yearWorking across product, engineering, sales, logistics, operations, and mission success, the Air Defense team develops, tests, deploys, and sustains the Anduril Air Defense Family of Systems (FoS) in challenging operational environments worldwide. To ensure your safety and help you navigate your job search with confidence, please keep the following critical points in mind: No Financial Requests: Anduril will never solicit payment or demand personal financial details (such as banking information, credit card numbers, or social security numbers) at any stage of our hiring process.
Avionics Harness Design Engineer Castelion CorporationAvionics Harness Design EngineerTorrance, CaliforniaIn addition, employees enjoy perks like catered meals, company-covered food during high-demand periods, and a fully stocked kitchen to stay fueled throughout the day. Proficiency with CAD/ECAD tools for harness design (e.g., CATIA, Creo, SolidWorks Electrical, Capital, RapidHarness, AutoCAD, or equivalent).
Senior Test Engineer, Thermal Control Systems VastSenior Test Engineer, Thermal Control SystemsLong Beach, California$137,760–$195,552 / yearBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related engineering discipline, with 5+ years of experience across thermal systems, fluid systems, manufacturing engineering, and/or test engineering in aerospace or similarly demanding environments. Hands-on experience with supercritical fluid systems, high-pressure and LN2 test operations (including serving as test conductor), and thermal control hardware manufacturing/assembly processes (fluid tubing, heat exchangers, cold plates, MLI), with the ability to identify manufacturability risks.
Engineer II, Structures Design Virgin Galactic Holdings IncEngineer II, Structures DesignTustin, CA$88,477–$134,981 / yearDevelop conceptual, preliminary, and detailed designs of aircraft/spacecraft structural configuration layouts by: Creating components or portions of a functional system to develop or improve products and support manufacturing operations. Familiarity with MRB tasks associated with dispositioning non-conformant metallic and composite components resulting from manufacturing, assembly, or field operations.
Controls Engineer Salient MotionControls EngineerTorrance, CaliforniaFamiliarity with motion control loop design and digital filter design (PI/PID tuning, notch/biquad filters, Bode/FRF analysis). We are hiring an entry-level Motion Control Engineer to help build and maintain the embedded firmware that powers our motion control and motor drive products.
Manufacturing Engineer, New Grad HermeusManufacturing Engineer, New GradLos Angeles, CA$91,800–$112,200 / yearFamiliarity with welding processes such as gas tungsten arc welding, gas metal arc welding, laser beam welding, electron beam welding, plasma arc welding, resistance welding, friction-stir welding, or orbital tube welding. This is an ideal opportunity for a recent graduate who has strong hands-on experience through internships, research, capstone projects, student competition teams, or manufacturing environments and is excited to build, test, learn quickly, and contribute directly to flight hardware development.
Senior Mechanical Engineer Salient MotionSenior Mechanical EngineerTorrance, CaliforniaPrecision Mechanism Design: Design and iterate on electromagnetic actuators and intricate mechanisms, integrating components such as precision gears, bearings, lead screws, braking systems, and encoders. Ruggedized Avionics: Develop high-performance avionics enclosures, focusing on innovative thermal management (heat rejection) and structural survivability in extreme, high-vibration, or vacuum environments.
Wire Harness Design Engineer Salient MotionWire Harness Design EngineerTorrance, CaliforniaYou will work closely with our electrical hardware engineering, motor control, and mechanical engineering teams, and will interface directly with seat OEM customers during ITCM and with DERs during qualification and certification. You will perform harness design on complex programs end-to-end, author functional test procedures, support qualification testing, and work with suppliers to drive integration and first article inspection.
Principal Mechanical Engineer Salient MotionPrincipal Mechanical EngineerTorrance, CaliforniaRequirements Architecture: Translate high-level, ambiguous mission needs into actionable functional and operational requirements for complex electromechanical systems, including spacecraft structures, docking and release mechanisms, robotic arm systems, and military-grade ground support hardware. Cross-Functional Leadership: Act as a technical anchor across the organization, guiding integration efforts, supporting multidisciplinary teams through complex system testing, and authoring test plans, procedures, proposals, and associated program documentation.
Senior Power Electronics Engineer Salient MotionSenior Power Electronics EngineerTorrance, CaliforniaSelect and apply Si, SiC, and/or GaN power devices (as appropriate) and design gate-drive, controller, feedback stability, magnetic components including power inductors and transformers, sensing, and protection (short-circuit, overcurrent, over/undervoltage, thermal, desaturation). Strong experience with power converter/inverter topologies, architecture, device selection, gate-drive design, controller selection, feedback gain, stability margin, protection, and high-voltage, high-current PCB/layout practices.
System Integration Engineer II Panasonic Corporation of North AmericaSystem Integration Engineer IILake Forest, CA$82,000–$138,000 / yearExperience supporting aircraft systems integration, avionics, cabin systems, inflight entertainment systems, satellite communications, or related aerospace products Experience working with commercial aircraft manufacturers, airline customers, aerospace suppliers, or aircraft modification programs is preferred. Other offerings include: Wellness Program, Counseling services, FSA & HSA, Life Insurance for employee, spouse and child, AD&D Insurance, Long-term and Short-term disability, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance, Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Dependent Care FLSA, Education Assistance, Commuter Program, Employee Purchase Program, Service Award Program.