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Pleasanton, CA1 day ago

Work in all areas of production operation: weighing, blending, filling, packaging, cleaning. Assist in setting up, changing over, and testing equipment for various-sized vials and packages as required.

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Red Bluff, CAToday

$105,073–$130,391 Per Year

This position places experienced pilots at the center of emergency medical response, flying critical care missions where safety, precision, and disciplined decision making are essential. STS Technical Services is recruiting an experienced Air Medical Helicopter Pilot to support operations for a leading air medical transport provider based in Red Bluff, California.

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Palmdale, CA2 days ago

$130,000–$185,000 Per Year

JT4 develops and maintains realistic, integrated test and training environments and prepares our nation's war-fighting aircraft, weapons systems, and aircrews for today's missions and tomorrow's global challenges. Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET-accredited academic institution and minimum 3 years of related test conduct experience or have an accredited Master of Science in Engineering with at least 2 years of related Test Conductor experience.

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Clovis, CA5 days ago

GMR’s Core Behaviors — keep care at the center, raise your hand, seek to understand, find a way together and be accountable—unite our teams and set us apart in emergency medical services. Ensure aircraft readiness for flight dispatches as described in the appropriate manuals, including all FAR and Med-Trans requirements, and aircraft cleanliness duties .

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Edwards Air Force Base, CA4 days ago

Completion of technical training and at least 20 years of related experience; or an associate's degree and 16 years of related experience; or a related bachelor's degree (engineering, math, computer science, or physics) and 14 years of related experience; or a related master's degree and 10 years of related experience. Some jobs may require a candidate to be eligible for a government security clearance, state-issued driver's license or other licenses/certifications, and the inability to obtain and maintain the required clearance, license or certification may affect an employee's ability to maintain employment.

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Edwards Air Force Base, CAToday

Completion of technical training and at least 10 years of related experience; or an associate degree and 7 years of related experience; or a related bachelor's degree (engineering, math, computer science, or physics) and 4 years of related experience; or a related Master's degree and 2 years of related experience. JT4 develops and maintains realistic, integrated test and training environments and prepares our nation's war-fighting aircraft, weapons systems, and aircrews for today's missions and tomorrow's global challenges.

Edwards Air Force Base, CA9 days ago

Some jobs may require a candidate to be eligible for a government security clearance, state-issued driver's license or other licenses/certifications, and the inability to obtain and maintain the required clearance, license or certification may affect an employee's ability to maintain employment. Operational Scheduling: Efficiently schedule aircraft, spacecraft, airspace, radio frequencies, mission control rooms, simulators, labs, and other assets for the Test Pilot School, balancing high demand and limited availability.

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Westminster, CA3 days ago

$48.91–$48.91 Per Hour

This role involves cross-functional collaboration with internal stakeholders and external vendors to ensure technical feasibility, interoperability, and quality assurance of metering systems and applications. The Engineer will support the validation, testing, and deployment of Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) 2.0 metering solutions.

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Edwards Air Force Base, CA4 days ago

Some jobs may require a candidate to be eligible for a government security clearance, state-issued driver's license, or other licenses/certifications, and the inability to obtain and maintain the required clearance, license, or certification may affect an employee's ability to maintain employment. Experience with the following planning software: Portable Flight Planning Software, Joint Mission Planning System, Common Sensor Planner, AFMSS, Omniview, Enterprise Collection Planner, and/or Combat Flight Planning Software.

Concord, California30+ days ago

$97,000–$167,000 Per Year

Overview: Joby Aviation’s Flight Research team is looking for a Test Pilot to operate research and development crewed and UAS platforms, with the primary focus of the Cessna Caravan program. Company Overview: Joby Flight Research designs, develops, and flight-tests novel aircraft using a software-first autonomy approach.

Concord, California30+ days ago

$149,000–$255,000 Per Year

Marina, California10 days ago

$187,400–$250,000 Per Year

This role requires a wide range of knowledge and skill that includes planning and flight testing experimental CTOL/VTOL fly-by-wire aircraft and supporting all certification flight test related activities. Responsibilities: Perform flight test activities including test planning, test execution as pilot (both remote UAV and inhabited flight test), chase pilot, flight debriefs, and post-flight analysis and reporting.

Palmdale, CA25 days ago

Subject matter expert for all aspects of the company's family of Unmanned Aircraft Systems to include aircraft hardware and software, ground control station hardware and software and operational and experimental ground and flight testing of company product line of aircraft. + Instruct UAV student pilots as well as instructor pilots-in-training in all aspects of UAV ground and flight operations including academic (platform instruction) and in-flight instruction.

Palmdale, CA25 days ago

San Luis Obispo, CA30+ days ago

$70,000–$90,000 Per Year
Full-time

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSThe following are a non-exhaustive list of qualifications for the position:Strong attention to detail, with the ability to meticulously follow operational protocols and safety procedures. Employees may be required to use personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, safety shoes, and shop coats, to ensure safety in the production environment.

San Luis Obispo, CA30+ days ago

Full-time

ESAero is a growing aerospace company in the San Luis Obispo area and provides various services which include but are not limited to rapid system development, on-demand niche engineering, hands-on development/testing, and small UAS aerospace system manufacturing. The Flight Test Operator II role is a hybrid of technical maintenance and active flight operations, where you will support the entire lifecycle of experimental aircraft—from the initial assembly and programming of Group I-III vehicles to the execution of critical flight missions.

Concord, California21 days ago

Remote

$121,500–$206,100 Per Year

Drawing on past experience operating aircraft manned aircraft or Group 5 UAS in the national airspace, the role will fulfill pilot command duties in support of flight test operations in the National Airspace System. Joining a small, fast moving team this position will support additional responsibilities and tasks such as hands on work with the aircraft and ground support equipment, upholding strong safety culture, and support pre and post test activities with engineers.

Pleasanton, CA15 days ago

$25–$25 Per Hour

Agitators, Bag dumping, Batch manufacturing, Batch records, Batching, Blending, Calibration checks, Changeover, Chemical handling, CIP/COP, Compounding, Dispensing, Dust control, Equipment cleaning, Filling, 5S methodology, GMP, cGMP, Good Documentation Practices, GDP, High-shear mixers, Ingredient dispensing, Labeling, Line clearance, Lockout / Tagout (LOTO), Lot traceability, Material traceability, Mixing, Mixers, Overhead mixers, Packaging, Pilot plant, Pilot plant operations, Powder handling, Prop mixers, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), Scale-up, Scales (bench scale, floor scale), Scooping, Sanitation, Tanks, Vessels, Weighing, Weigh & dispense. Weigh ingredients precisely, support equipment setup, perform changeovers,and run test batches for various product sizes and packaging formats.

Camarillo, CA30+ days ago

Full-time

Our culture is service-driven and collaborative, grounded in excellence, care, accountability, and trust, while supporting our teams in a fast-paced, high-responsibility environment. If you're ready to contribute your skills in a supportive, high-performing environment where every detail matters, you'll find opportunities to grow your career and be part of shaping the future of private aviation.

Van Nuys, CA30+ days ago

Full-time

Gulfstream Type Certification is preferred with a minimum of 200 hours in type, however, PIC candidates with strong relevant experience may be considered. Requirements: Requirements include 3,500 hours of total time, 2,000 hours of PIC time, and 1,000 hours of Turbine time.

Carson, California30 days ago

Driving Positions: must possess a valid Driver’s License with at least one year of driving experience, a clean driving record (no major violations within last 36 months, no more than 1 accident in last 24 months, no more than one minor moving violation in last 24 months), a minimum level of insurance as required by Company policy, and the ability to safely operate a vehicle required. Must possess effective written and oral communication and interpersonal skills with ability to deal with all levels of personnel and the general public in a professional and effective manner; must be able to use initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines.

Marina, California30+ days ago

$154,600–$206,100 Per Year

Responsibilities: Lead the execution of development, company, and certification flight testing of Joby S4 aircraft: Develop flight test methods for our new and novel eVTOL aircraft to show compliance to FAA's airworthiness criteria as an expert in the assigned technical area(s) (Flying Qualities, Handling Qualities, aircraft systems, propulsion, avionics, and/or human factors), Responsibilities also include flight test planning, flight test readiness reviews, flight test support as part of the flight test crew, real-time data monitoring, and post-flight reporting. This role requires a wide range of knowledge and skill that includes developing detailed flight test plans for experimental CTOL/VTOL fly-by-wire aircraft, executing testing as a crewmember, and test data analysis.

Marina, California30+ days ago

$154,600–$206,100 Per Year

This role requires a wide range of knowledge and skill that includes developing detailed flight test plans for experimental CTOL/VTOL fly-by-wire aircraft, executing testing as a crewmember, and test data analysis. Responsibilities include development of flight test methods for our new and novel eVTOL aircraft, flight test planning, flight test readiness reviews, flight briefs/debriefs, real-time data monitoring, and post-flight reporting.

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Pleasanton, CA3 days ago

$20–$25 Per Hour

Van Nuys, CA30+ days ago

Full-time

We understand the contribution each employee makes to our accomplishments and so our goal is to provide a comprehensive program of competitive benefits to attract and retain the best employees available. Requirements : Requirements include 3,500 hours of total time, 2,000 hours of PIC time, and 1,000 hours of Turbine time.

Van Nuys, CA30+ days ago

Full-time

Through our benefits programs, we strive to support the needs of our employees and their dependents by providing a benefit package that is easy to understand, easy to access, and affordable for all our employees. We understand the contribution each employee makes to our accomplishments and so our goal is to provide a comprehensive program of competitive benefits to attract and retain the best employees available.

Camarillo, CA30+ days ago

Full-time

If you're ready to contribute your skills in a supportive, high-performing environment where every detail matters, you'll find opportunities to grow your career and be part of shaping the future of private aviation. Our culture is service-driven and collaborative, grounded in excellence, care, accountability, and trust, while supporting our teams in a fast-paced, high-responsibility environment.

Burbank, CA16 days ago

$247,900–$332,400 Per Year

The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. + You will join an innovative team where you’ll fuse your passion and apply your talents towards flying corporate aircraft as a Captain safely and effectively that help our organization soar.

San Diego, CA30+ days ago

Full-time

Mission Overview: Lead mission-critical operations that simulate real-world threats for Navy fleet training using King Air and Metroliner aircraft. This role demands not only technical flying skills but also strategic thinking and leadership, all while offering a flexible schedule and a high quality of life.

Los Angeles, CA30+ days ago

Talon Air is actively looking for experienced pilots for our latest Falcon 2000LX aircraft to join our growing Falcon family. The owner is crew friendly, provides his flight schedule 30 to 60 days in advance, and works diligently to reduce aircraft overnights.

Concord, California30+ days ago

$97,000–$167,000 Per Year

Perform flight test planning, flight readiness reviews, flight briefs/debriefs, act as a crewmember during test execution and perform post flight data analysis. Responsibilities: Work closely with discipline engineers, test pilots, maintenance, and leadership to establish and execute flight test programs of complex vehicles and systems.

Edwards AFB, California24 days ago

$220,000–$240,000 Per Year

About i3: i3 is a technically diverse, 100% team member owned business, headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama specializing in missile and aviation systems engineering and logistic services, electronic warfare and electromagnetic effects analysis, UAS system integration and flight operations, full lifecycle C5ISR engineering services, cybersecurity and IT/IA innovative solutions and virtual training, simulation & serious game development and implementation. We have established a broad offering of products and capabilities collectively providing decades of experience supporting the full complement of DoD military services, Missile Defense Agency, National Aeronautics and Space Administration, and a variety of other Government organizations and private industry customers.

Red Bluff, California30+ days ago

From flying an 407 in the utility wire environment, drill support in an AS350, to precision external load in a UH-60, it’s our diverse fleet, wide range of customers, and opportunities for advancement that contribute to an overall great work environment. About this Role: PJ Helicopters is seeking experienced candidates for UH-60 Fire Fighting PIC positions flying in support of Fire Suppression, for the 2026 fire season.

Red Bluff, California30+ days ago

From drill support in an AS350, to flying a 407 in the utility wire environment, to precision external load in a UH-60 — it's our diverse fleet, wide range of customers, and opportunities for advancement that make PJH an exceptional place to build a career. About this Role: PJ Helicopters is seeking an experienced AS350 pilot with drill moving experience for a Utility Pilot position flying in support of Utility Powerline Construction, and Drill Support operations for 2026.

Point Mugu Nawc, CA30+ days ago

$185,000–$192,000 Per Year

Deploy as required to locations including but not limited to Key West NAS, Fallon NAS, Beaufort MCAS, Jacksonville NAS, Lemoore NAS, Eglin AFB, Charleston Intl Airport, Jacksonville Intl Airport, Cherry Point MCAS, and various USAF, USN, USMC bases throughout Alaska, Guam, Japan, Korea, and the Philippines. ATAC proudly provides the highest quality live training to 4th and 5th Generation aircrew in Squadrons, Air Wings, and Battle Groups conducting unit level continuation training, pre-deployment spin-up training, large force employment training, or aircrew conversion training.

Palmdale, CA16 days ago

Must possess: + Strong analytical, communication, documentation, presentation, organizational, and interpersonal skills to enable an effective interface with other departments, all levels of management, professional and support staff, customers, potential customers, and government representatives. Acts as a subject matter expert for all aspects of the company’s family of Aircraft Systems, including aircraft hardware/software, ground control station systems, operational/experimental ground and flight testing.

Adelanto, CA14 days ago

Must possess: + Strong analytical, communication, documentation, presentation, organizational, and interpersonal skills to enable an effective interface with other departments, all levels of management, professional and support staff, customers, potential customers, and government representatives. Under general supervision and regular review, this position is responsible for serving as a Sensor Operator and performing additional duties similar to those of a co-pilot/Second in Command for company aircraft during test, production, and demonstration flights.

Adelanto, CA14 days ago

Must possess: + Strong analytical, communication, documentation, presentation, organizational, and interpersonal skills to enable an effective interface with other departments, all levels of management, professional and support staff, customers, potential customers, and government representatives. Acts as subject matter expert for all aspects of the company’s family of Aircraft Systems, including aircraft hardware/software, ground control station systems, and operational/experimental ground and flight testing.

Palo Alto, CA30+ days ago

$135,000–$165,000 Per Year

The role involves direct support of onsite ground and airborne tests, development of flight documentation, and ownership of safety and data integrity across experimental test programs. We're entering a critical phase of flight test expansion and seek driven engineering professionals who are eager to help validate and refine next-generation airborne platforms.

Marina, California30+ days ago

$164,900–$226,700 Per Year

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. 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.

Marina, California30+ days ago

$173,700–$219,000 Per Year

Utilizing a wide range of knowledge and skill you'll be intimately involved in day-to-day operation such as developing detailed flight test plans for experimental CTOL/VTOL fly-by-wire aircraft, executing testing as a crewmember, and analyzing test data. Perform flight test planning, flight readiness reviews, flight briefs/debriefs, act as a crewmember during test execution and perform post flight data analysis.

Marina, California24 days ago

$107,400–$174,049 Per Year

This role requires a wide range of knowledge and skill that includes developing detailed flight test plans for experimental CTOL/VTOL fly-by-wire aircraft, executing testing as a crewmember, and test data analysis. Perform flight test planning, flight readiness reviews, flight briefs/debriefs, act as a crewmember during test execution and perform post flight data analysis.

Marina, California30+ days ago

$188,000–$242,000 Per Year

This role presents a unique opportunity to lead a highly talented team of flight test engineers while utilizing a wide range of knowledge and skill, including developing detailed flight test plans for experimental CTOL/VTOL fly-by-wire aircraft, executing testing as a crewmember, and analyzing test data. Perform flight test planning, flight readiness reviews, flight briefs/debriefs, act as a crewmember during test execution and perform post flight data analysis.

Edwards AFB, California24 days ago

$170,000–$190,000 Per Year

About i3: i3 is a technically diverse, 100% team member owned business, headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama specializing in missile and aviation systems engineering and logistic services, electronic warfare and electromagnetic effects analysis, UAS system integration and flight operations, full lifecycle C5ISR engineering services, cybersecurity and IT/IA innovative solutions and virtual training, simulation & serious game development and implementation. Logbook and/or flight records verifying the following flight time minimums: 1,500 hours of pilot in command (PIC) (Required), pilots should have at least 1000 hours in transport category aircraft with 500 hours of special missions’ experience (Highly Desired) .

Edwards AFB, California24 days ago

$170,000–$185,000 Per Year

About i3: i3 is a technically diverse, 100% team member owned business, headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama specializing in missile and aviation systems engineering and logistic services, electronic warfare and electromagnetic effects analysis, UAS system integration and flight operations, full lifecycle C5ISR engineering services, cybersecurity and IT/IA innovative solutions and virtual training, simulation & serious game development and implementation. Logbook and/or flight records verifying the following flight time minimums: 1,500 hours of pilot in command (PIC) (Required), pilots preferred to have at least 1000 hours in the U-2 and have been a current U-2 pilot within the past five years to be qualified to begin duty as a NASA ER-2 (Highly Desired).

CHINA LAKE, CA30+ days ago

$110,000–$115,000 Per Year

Compensation & Benefits HIRING SALARY RANGE: $110,000.00 - $115,000.00(Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant internal equity, and alignment with market data.). + Verification of all Maintenance Action Documentation prior to submission to the Navy, working closely with Logs and Records to ensure timely submission into 3M data systems and required logbook entries.

CHINA LAKE, CA30+ days ago

$110,000–$115,000 Per Year

Verification of all Maintenance Action Documentation prior to submission to the Navy, working closely with Logs and Records to ensure timely submission into 3M data systems and required logbook entries. + Bachelor’s degree in an associated discipline is highly preferred, or High School graduate or equivalent with USN/USMC aircraft maintenance management experience.

Marina, California30+ days ago

$113,000–$195,800 Per Year

Overview: The Flight Test Instrumentation (FTI) Technical Program Manager (TPM) is responsible for planning, coordinating, and driving the successful delivery of instrumentation and flight test systems used in experimental and certification flight test campaigns. Drive alignment across design engineers, flight test engineers, data analysts, and certification engineers to ensure flight test systems meet program, company, regulatory, and safety requirements for installation on experimental or type-certificated aircraft.

Camarillo, CA30+ days ago

Full-time

As a Lead Captain, in addition to acting as a flight crewmember, you are responsible for ensuring effective communication between the account and Clay Lacy Aviation, including the Account Manager (ACM), DOM, Director of Training, Assistant Chief Pilot (ACP), and Trip Support Specialists. • Coordinate with ACM, DOM, Scheduling Specialist and managed billing to have regular flight department meetings to discuss & manage activities, mx events, budget, identify problems, answer questions, pass information gathered from owner and create future improvement projects and goals.

Van Nuys, CA30+ days ago

Full-time

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