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Flight Engineer Jobs in Los Angeles, CA

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El Segundo, CA

$175,000–$200,000 / year

You will play a pivotal role in shaping software strategy across spacecraft platforms including LEO, MEO, GEO, and responsive space architectures, working closely with systems, avionics, GNC, mission operations, and cybersecurity teams. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal.

9 days ago

El Segundo, CA

$100,000–$150,000 / year

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9 days ago

Irvine, CA

$98,000–$130,000 / year
Full time

You'll have the chance to put your skills to the test, qualifying military products and ensuring electronic and electro-mechanical assemblies and products are properly designed to enable operation in harsh environments such as airborne, vehicle, and flight line.

We work with some of the biggest names in commercial and military electronic systems, providing a fast-paced and innovative work environment where the work is never boring.

20 days ago

Irvine, CA

Ensuring electronic and electro-mechanical assemblies and products are properly designed to enable operation in harsh environments such as airborne, vehicle, and flight line.

28 days ago

Huntington Beach, California

Conduct/lead team through testing workflow, including test planning preparations, readiness reviews, dry runs, day of test, and post-test reviews. 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.

30+ days ago

Hawthorne, CA

$160,000–$225,000 / year

p>As a Lead Software Engineer in Special Programs, you will lead a team of software engineers to design, develop, and test key aspects of an in-house solution for analysis, simulation, and prototyping of software in support of SpaceX flight systems.

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.

30+ days ago

El Segundo, CA

$129,000–$193,500 / year

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Eight or more years of professional, technical work experience in one or more of the following subjects: space mission analysis and design, astrodynamics, trajectory simulation and performance optimization of spacecraft conducting RPO, orbit determination, state estimation, relative navigation, algorithm design, software development, mathematical modeling. 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.

30+ days ago

Hawthorne, CA

$95,000–$115,000 / year

p>PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills, enthusiasm for problem solving, and desire to optimize modern rocket production and launch processes • 1+ years of experience designing and analyzing mechanical systems via professional work experience, project/research-based student experience, or a combination of both • Experience with LSDYNA/ANSYS, BlastX, CHEETA, and/or Hydrocode • Masters degree or 1+ years of professional experience in mechanical or aerospace engineering • Experience designing, building, testing and troubleshooting mechanical systems • Strong project management skills and effective communication of technical concepts across multi-disciplinary teams • Hands-on experience with high voltage, electronics, or explosives • Leadership experience on a project or research team • Experience using test instrumentation and control components (e.g. • Design experiments to ground analysis, develop fixturing, and create technical reports based on results • 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.

30+ days ago

El Segundo, CA

$86,600–$150,400 / year

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; 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.

30+ days ago

Redondo Beach, CA

$140,000–$180,000 / year

Evaluate mission and vehicle risks throughout development, integration, test, and flight operations; drive mitigation strategies across multidisciplinary engineering teams.

30+ days ago

Redondo Beach, CA

$150,000–$200,000 / year

This 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.

Proven track record delivering flight software for spacecraft, launch vehicles, upper stages, OTVs, responsive spacecraft, or other high-performance aerospace systems.

7 days ago

Huntington Beach, California

Strong academic background in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field with a focus on embedded systems and real-time computing (degree not strictly required; demonstrated skills and experience take precedence). Hands-on experience with embedded systems and/or real-time operating environments, including low-level hardware interactions, device drivers, and complex embedded software architectures.

30+ days ago

Huntington Beach, CA

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Hands-on experience with embedded systems and/or real-time operating environments, including low-level hardware interactions, device drivers, and complex embedded software architectures.

30+ days ago

Hawthorne, CA

$125,000–$145,000 / year

p>The Flight Reliability software team creates mission critical applications that are used throughout SpaceX to accelerate launch vehicle production and flight as well as systems that allow Starlink to grow into a worldwide fast, reliable Internet service.

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.

30+ days ago

Hawthorne, CA

$160,000–$225,000 / year

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.

30+ days ago

Hawthorne, CA

$125,000–$150,000 / year

p>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.
Work with interdisciplinary teams to brainstorm, design, and build the next generation of satellite capabilities, from cutting-edge sensors and inter-satellite lasers to space-based cloud compute.

15 days ago

Los Angeles, California

You will interface with other engineers to develop and understand requirements, architect and writing high quality code, build tests and test infrastructure, documentation, and provide support through the software lifecycle. At Heart Aerospace we are developing 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.

20 days ago

Los Angeles, California

Work with interdisciplinary teams to scope, design and build next generation hybrid electric aircraft capabilities, including engine controllers, battery management systems, flight control actuators, flight control systems and aircraft data networks. You will interface with other engineers to develop and understand requirements, architect and writing high quality code, build tests and test infrastructure, documentation, and provide support through the software lifecycle.

20 days ago

Los Angeles, California

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. Proven capability to take designs from concept through to analysis and production, working independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

20 days ago

Irvine, CA

$140,000–$190,000 / year

In addition to a competitive base salary and company stock, determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, education, skills, experience, and market demand, full-time employees are eligible for: Equity: Receive equity in Turion Space, letting you benefit from the companys success. 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.

30+ days ago

Redondo Beach, CA

$120,000–$180,000 / year

Minimum QualificationsBachelors degree in Computer Science Computer Engineering Electrical Engineering or related degrees 4 years writing CC code for an embedded system or vehicle of some kind robot car drone spacecraft etcDemonstrated understanding of computer architecture operating systems data structures and computer networkingExperience with Real Time Operating Systems RTOS or with Embedded LinuxExperience using version control test cases and other software best practicesPreferred Skills and ExperienceProven track record delivering flight software for spacecraft- including launch vehicles OTVs upper stages or other in-space propulsion systems. ResponsibilitiesContribute to the design implementation integration and verification of software forGuidance Navigation and Control GNC algorithmsCommand and telemetry handlingMission sequencing autonomy and fault managementClosed-loop control of propulsion attitude control and other time-critical systemsImplement features for Impulses real-time flight software framework to meet deterministic performance requirements in space environments.

30+ days ago

Hawthorne, CA

$160,000–$225,000 / year

p>SpaceX''s Starship spacecraft and Super Heavy rocket (collectively referred to as Starship) represent a fully reusable transportation system designed to carry both crew and cargo to Earth orbit, the Moon, Mars and beyond.

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.

30+ days ago

Hawthorne, CA

$125,000–$145,000 / year

p>BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, computer engineering, electrical engineering or other engineering discipline; OR 2+ years of professional software development experience in lieu of a degree.
SpaceX''s Starship spacecraft and Super Heavy rocket (collectively referred to as Starship) represent a fully reusable transportation system designed to carry both crew and cargo to Earth orbit, the Moon, Mars and beyond.

30+ days ago

Los Angeles, California

At Heart Aerospace, we are developing the ES-30, a regional hybrid-electric airplane capable of carrying 30 passengers, boasting an electric zero-emission range of 200 km and an extended hybrid range of 800 km. Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, or related field.

20 days ago

Hawthorne, California

Compensation Components: Competitive base salaries, generous pre-IPO stock option grants, relocation assistance, and (coming soon!) annual bonuses. Salary Range: $160,000 - $240,000The stated compensation range reflects only the targeted base compensation range and excludes additional earnings such as bonus, equity, and benefits.

20 days ago

Los Angeles, California

20 days ago

El Segundo, CA

Experience 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.

30+ days ago

El Segundo, CA

$100,000–$140,000 / year

p>As a core component of EED, the Emerging Missions Flight Dynamics Department (EMFDD) provides flight mechanics expertise for the cislunar domain, multi-objective "traveling salesman" trajectory sequence generation, facility location optimization, and trans-atmospheric flight design for missiles, hyperglide vehicles, and reentry vehicles.

30+ days ago

El Segundo, CA

30+ days ago

Long Beach, CA

$120,000–$190,000 / year

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6 days ago

Long Beach, CA

$110,000–$130,000 / year

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23 days ago

Long Beach, CA

$120,000–$190,000 / year

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23 days ago

Seal Beach, CA

$104,400–$127,600 / year

p>The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

30+ days ago

Long Beach, CA

$120,000–$190,000 / year

p>Important information:

FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN US OFFICES ONLY:

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Rocket Lab Employees must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce, as applicable. Our Space Systems business designs and builds our extensive line of satellites, payloads, and their components, including spacecraft that have been selected to support NASA missions to the Moon and Mars and components used on the James Webb Space Telescope.

30+ days ago

Long Beach, CA

$110,000–$130,000 / year

p>Important information:

FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN US OFFICES ONLY:

30+ days ago

Long Beach, CA

$120,000–$190,000 / year

p>Important information:

FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN US OFFICES ONLY:

30+ days ago

Long Beach, CA

$120,000–$190,000 / year

p>Important information:

FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN US OFFICES ONLY:

5 days ago

Long Beach, CA

$100,000–$135,000 / year

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23 days ago

Long Beach, CA

$120,000–$195,000 / year

p>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. This role supports the full test planning and execution lifecycle - from initial concept and test requirements development through execution, data reduction, and post-test reporting - while serving as the primary integration and safety coordination lead across all test activities.

30+ days ago

El Segundo, California

Coordinate across engineering disciplines (systems, electrical, mechanical) and functional teams (supply chain, quality, and security) to meet project milestones for execution. The candidate will lead and coordinate flight test activities across multiple engineering, flight operations, and support teams, ensuring all technical, cost, and schedule objectives are achieved.

16 days ago

Los Angeles, CA

$177,000–$205,000 / year

This role focuses on validating flight software across multiple integrated environments, including Software-in-the-Loop (SITL), Hardware-in-the-Loop (HITL), and on-aircraft systems, ensuring robust performance under both nominal and off-nominal conditions. As a Flight Software Test V&V Engineer on the Test & Infrastructure team, you will play a critical role in verifying and validating autonomous aircraft software prior to flight.

30+ days ago

Los Angeles, CA

p>• Prior experience with range safety and RCC-319 • Experience with aircraft prototype development, including releasing hardware designs, writing and releasing work instructions, planning and executing test plans • Knowledge of RF system design, including link budgets, antenna design, and antenna placement • Experience architecting avionics systems with COTS and in-house hardware • Experience with environmental testing, such as vibration, thermal, and shock • Experience with government agencies • Experience with Autonomous Flight Safety Systems (AFSS). Hermeus takes various factors into account, including but not limited to the positions scope and responsibilities, the candidates professional background, education, and training, essential skills, and market and business considerations, when presenting a job offer.

30+ days ago

Los Angeles, CA

$120,000–$150,000 / year

p>Space Kinetic is a dual use space technology startup building a completely new architecture for space operations – one that brings the advantages of proliferated drone technology (low-cost, operationally flexible, attainable, distributed) to space missions while reducing the ecosystem's reliance on consumable fuel. Our goal is to move away from one-to-one space architectures – where each satellite in a constellation has one (or a small # of) primary payloads attached to the bus -- and unlock a 'one-to-many' system, where each satellite has a large number of payloads which can be deployed from their host spacecraft at high velocities without firing a thruster.

23 days ago

Los Angeles, CA

$160,000–$180,000 / year

p>As a Senior Flight Electronics & Avionics Electrical Engineer, you will own the design, development, integration, and testing of flight-critical electrical systems for launch vehicles and spacecraft.

What It Takes:

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related engineering discipline.

6 days ago

Culver City, CA

$165,000–$236,000 / year

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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. You will own the flight software architecture end-to-end, solving unprecedented technical challenges at the intersection of embedded hardware, safety-critical control loops, and autonomous flight state machines.

15 days ago

El Segundo, CA

$139,000–$201,000 / year

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15 days ago

El Segundo, CA

$220,000–$275,000 / year

div>Who We Are:

Space Kinetic is a dual use space technology startup building a completely new architecture for space operations – one that brings the advantages of proliferated drone technology (low-cost, operationally flexible, attainable, distributed) to space missions while reducing the ecosystem's reliance on consumable fuel. Our goal is to move away from one-to-one space architectures – where each satellite in a constellation has one (or a small # of) primary payloads attached to the bus -- and unlock a 'one-to-many' system, where each satellite has a large number of payloads which can be deployed from their host spacecraft at high velocities without firing a thruster.

23 days ago

Long Beach, CA

$159,900–$226,980 / year

Vast is developing next-generation space stations to ensure a continuous human presence in space for America and its allies, enabling advanced microgravity research and manufacturing, and unlocking a new space economy for government, corporate, and private customers. The real work is scaling it for a constellation product line: new GNC algorithms, updated C&DH, payload interfaces for multiple customer types, fault protection, and autonomy - all architected to work across a fleet, not just one spacecraft.

21 days ago

Long Beach, CA

$100,000–$135,000 / year

p>As a Flight Dynamics Engineer II based out of Rocket Lab's headquarters in Long Beach, CA, you will perform tracking, navigation, maneuver, trajectory planning, and collision avoidance design and operations for Earth orbiting, lunar, and interplanetary missions as part of a dynamic team with subject matter experts from Systems, Ground Software, Electrical, Avionics, Flight Software, Thermal, Propulsion, and GNC engineering disciplines.

Important information:

FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN US OFFICES ONLY:

30+ days ago

Hawthorne, California

$110,000–$164,000 / year

Leveraging cutting edge AI-driven generative design and automated manufacturing, our ex-MIT, Harvard, and NASA JPL team work to create the most advanced payload-specific spacecraft at scale in weeks over months. Join our team as a Mid/Senior Level Embedded Flight Software Engineer and play a pivotal role in designing, developing, and deploying the critical software that enables our spacecraft to perform their missions.

30+ days ago

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