Sr. Propulsion Engineer Raptor Flight Space Exploration Technologies CorpSr. Propulsion Engineer Raptor FlightHawthorne, CA$135,000–$215,000 / yearSoftware, Ground Systems, Stage Propulsion, Integration and Test, Guidance and Control) to achieve successful and reliable engine performance in flight and during ground vehicle testing, and to continuously refine the designs and practices for increased product reliability and reduced costs. Enable high launch cadence with unparalleled reliability through automated analysis of test and flight data; expand existing capabilities and develop new algorithms to improve reliability and thoroughness of all flight processes.
Flight Software Engineer ANDURIL INDUSTRIESFlight Software EngineerCosta Mesa, CA$191,000–$253,000 / yearTo 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. This third-party service provider provides risk-intelligence services that may include analysis of sanctions and watchlists, adverse media, public-record information, and other lawful open-source or commercial data sources.
Flight Test Instrumentation Engineer ANDURIL INDUSTRIESFlight Test Instrumentation EngineerCosta Mesa, CA$146,000–$194,000 / yearIf you're eager to leverage your instrumentation and RF telemetry skills in an environment that encourages bold ideas and offers the resources to turn them into reality, Anduril provides the perfect platform to propel your career and make a tangible difference in a world entering a new era of strategic competition. This third-party service provider provides risk-intelligence services that may include analysis of sanctions and watchlists, adverse media, public-record information, and other lawful open-source or commercial data sources.
Senior Flight Software Engineer ANDURIL INDUSTRIESSenior Flight Software EngineerCosta Mesa, CA$220,000–$292,000 / yearTo 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. This third-party service provider provides risk-intelligence services that may include analysis of sanctions and watchlists, adverse media, public-record information, and other lawful open-source or commercial data sources.
Propulsion Engineer Raptor Flight Space Exploration Technologies CorpPropulsion Engineer Raptor FlightHawthorne, CA$100,000–$130,000 / yearCollaborate with engineers and technicians from most engineering disciplines, including stage propulsion, structure, launch, testing, production, ground, software, avionics, guidance and control, mission management, flight reliability, etc. to achieve successful and reliable engine performance in flight and during ground testing, and to continuously refine the designs and practices for increased reliability and reduced costs. 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.
Flight Operations Engineer IcarusFlight Operations EngineerEl Segundo, California$120,000–$180,000 / yearIcarus deliberately optimizes for a high signal (engineers) to noise (management) ratio, where engineering, flight, and execution matter more than process, politics, or management overhead. Bachelor's degree in aerospace, mechanical, electrical, or software engineering, or equivalent hands-on experience in aviation or aviation-adjacent military occupational fields.
Flight Dynamics Engineer/Senior Flight Dynamics Engineer The Aerospace CorpFlight Dynamics Engineer/Senior Flight Dynamics EngineerEl Segundo, CA$129,000–$249,600 / yearExperience with nonlinear programming (non-linear programming), direct methods, gradient-based optimization, parameter optimization, genetic algorithms, evolutionary algorithms, heuristic optimization methods, indirect methods, and/or calculus of variations. Graduate level course work, research and/or experience in one or more of the following areas: orbital mechanics, astrodynamics, ascent trajectory modeling, hypersonic flight simulation, optimal control, flight mechanics, and/or trajectory modeling and simulation.
Flight Test Engineer IcarusFlight Test EngineerEl Segundo, California$125,000–$185,000 / yearIcarus deliberately optimizes for a high signal (engineers) to noise (management) ratio, where engineering, flight, and execution matter more than process, politics, or management overhead. You build the test cards and criteria, oversee their execution in the field, jump in on parameter changes when the test calls for it, and turn the data into the conclusions that drive the next design.
Propulsion Engineer (Raptor Flight) Space Exploration TechnologiesPropulsion Engineer (Raptor Flight)Hawthorne, CA$100,000–$130,000 / yearCollaborate with engineers and technicians from most engineering disciplines, including stage propulsion, structure, launch, testing, production, ground, software, avionics, guidance and control, mission management, flight reliability, etc. to achieve successful and reliable engine performance in flight and during ground testing, and to continuously refine the designs and practices for increased reliability and reduced costs. 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.
Propulsion Engineer (Raptor Flight) SpaceXPropulsion Engineer (Raptor Flight)Hawthorne, CA$100,000–$130,000 / yearCollaborate with engineers and technicians from most engineering disciplines, including stage propulsion, structure, launch, testing, production, ground, software, avionics, guidance and control, mission management, flight reliability, etc. to achieve successful and reliable engine performance in flight and during ground testing, and to continuously refine the designs and practices for increased reliability and reduced costs. 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.
Principal Flight Test Engineer (AHT) Northrop Grumman CorpPrincipal Flight Test Engineer (AHT)Northridge, CA$103,600–$155,400 / yearThe above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate''s experience, education, skills and current market conditions. The role will involve developing and maintaining flight‑test plans, procedures, and reports with minimal supervision, as well as authoring comprehensive test reports that document flight‑test results and certification status.
Senior GNC Engineer - Flight Controls & Autonomy Hermeus CorpSenior GNC Engineer - Flight Controls & AutonomyLos Angeles, CA$150,875–$204,125 / yearThis role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys solving hard dynamic systems problems, moving quickly from analysis to implementation, and working closely with cross-functional teams to take algorithms from concept through validation and flight. As a Senior GNC Engineer at Hermeus, you will help develop and deploy the flight control, navigation, and autonomy systems that enable our aircraft to fly safely and perform reliably in demanding real-world environments.
Flight Operations Generalist IcarusFlight Operations GeneralistEl Segundo, California3+ years of hands-on UAS, RC, or aircraft operations experience, or equivalent military experience as a UAV operator, maintainer, or crew chief. Icarus deliberately optimizes for a high signal (engineers) to noise (management) ratio, where engineering, flight, and execution matter more than process, politics, or management overhead.
Staff Flight Avionics Specialist ANDURIL INDUSTRIESStaff Flight Avionics SpecialistCosta Mesa, CA$191,000–$253,000 / yearFlight Test Operations Support: Direct and participate in comprehensive flight test operations, including pre-flight checks, ground operations (Launch, Recovery, Ground Engine run-up), in-flight issue resolution support, and post-flight data validation for prototype and experimental aircraft. Cross-Functional Collaboration & Process Improvement: Serve as a primary technical point of contact, coordinating and collaborating effectively with Flight Test Engineers, Design Engineers, Program Managers, customers, and other departments to define requirements, provide updates, and ensure successful project and test outcomes.
Modeling, Simulation & Analysis (Msa) Engineer - Hitl Focus ANDURIL INDUSTRIESModeling, Simulation & Analysis (Msa) Engineer - Hitl FocusCosta Mesa, CA$166,000–$220,000 / yearA critical aspect of this role involves owning and operating Hardware-In-The-Loop (HITL) simulation environments that enable safe, rapid iteration of flight control and autonomy software with real avionics hardware before live flight tests. 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.
Senior Modeling, Simulation And Analysis Engineer - Air Dominance & Strike - Advanced Effects ANDURIL INDUSTRIESSenior Modeling, Simulation And Analysis Engineer - Air Dominance & Strike - Advanced EffectsCosta Mesa, CA$166,000–$253,000 / yearTo 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. The ideal candidate has experience working on aerospace systems and understands the right fidelity of sub-system and system level modeling required to integrate with the broader flight control and mission autonomy software to support development.
Modeling, Simulation And Analysis Engineer - Air Dominance & Strike - Advanced Effects ANDURIL INDUSTRIESModeling, Simulation And Analysis Engineer - Air Dominance & Strike - Advanced EffectsCosta Mesa, CA$129,000–$220,000 / yearTo 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. The ideal candidate has experience working on aerospace systems and understands the right fidelity of sub-system and system level modeling required to integrate with the broader flight control and mission autonomy software to support development.
Testbed Engineer Matter IntelligenceTestbed EngineerEl Segundo, CaliforniaYou will work closely with optical engineers, electrical engineers, mechanical engineers, flight software developers, systems engineers, scientists, and operations leads to ensure Matter’s hardware and software systems are ready for lab campaigns, field deployments, airborne testing, and spaceflight or flight-like missions. The ideal candidate brings a aerospace-style engineering mindset: disciplined test planning, clean documentation, careful hardware handling, rigorous anomaly tracking, and strong ownership from setup through execution, reporting, and closeout.
Mechanical Engineer, Missile Defense Senior - Staff True Anomaly IncMechanical Engineer, Missile Defense Senior - StaffLong Beach, CA$130,000–$220,000 / yearLead mechanical integration of propulsion subsystems, including solid rocket motor structural interfaces, divert and attitude control system (DACS) packaging, nozzle and TVC structural design, and cross-discipline coordination with propulsion engineers to ensure system-level compliance. Leverage spacecraft and space environment design expertise - including precision mechanisms, electronics packaging, and launch load structural design - to inform cross-domain solutions and bring asymmetric technical advantage to missile defense and hypersonic programs.
Mechanical Engineer, Missile Defense Senior-Staff True Anomaly IncMechanical Engineer, Missile Defense Senior-StaffLong Beach, CA$130,000–$220,000 / yearLead mechanical integration of propulsion subsystems, including solid rocket motor structural interfaces, divert and attitude control system (DACS) packaging, nozzle and TVC structural design, and cross-discipline coordination with propulsion engineers to ensure system-level compliance. Leverage spacecraft and space environment design expertise - including precision mechanisms, electronics packaging, and launch load structural design - to inform cross-domain solutions and bring asymmetric technical advantage to missile defense and hypersonic programs.
Mechanical Engineer, Space Based Interceptors (Senior - Staff) True AnomalyMechanical Engineer, Space Based Interceptors (Senior - Staff)Long Beach, CA$125,000–$255,000 / yearLeverage spacecraft and space environment design expertise - including precision mechanisms, electronics packaging, and launch load structural design - to inform cross-domain solutions and bring asymmetric technical advantage to Space Based Interceptors and hypersonic programs. Lead mechanical integration of propulsion subsystems, including solid rocket motor structural interfaces, divert and attitude control system (DACS) packaging, nozzle and TVC structural design, and cross-discipline coordination with propulsion engineers to ensure system-level compliance.
Sr. Engineer, Control Laws (CLAWS) & Handling Qualities SupernalSr. Engineer, Control Laws (CLAWS) & Handling QualitiesIrvine, CA$134,636–$164,555 / yearEngineer, Control Law (CLAWS) & Handling Qualities Engineer supports air vehicle design, simulation, component test, and flight test activities through flight dynamics analysis, control law assessment, and handling qualities evaluation. By creating a sustainable, integrated, and human-centered ecosystem, we are committed to taking a thoughtful and responsible approach to entering the AAM market with a product that meets the high level of safety and reliability in today’s air transportation system.
Mission Operations Specialist (UAS Pilot) Odys AviationMission Operations Specialist (UAS Pilot)Long Beach, CaliforniaBeyond the stick, you will own the operational and regulatory groundwork that makes each flight possible — integrating the GCS, drafting Concepts of Operations (CONOPS), securing flight authorizations, and partnering with engineering to translate test objectives into safe, executable mission profiles. In this role, you will serve as the primary Remote Pilot in Command (RPIC) for our developmental eVTOL Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) platforms, piloting complex, novel aircraft from the Ground Control Station (GCS) during live test events.