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General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc.

Oct 20, 2026

Full time

Navigation Engineer

$69,500 - $116,375 yearly

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. Poway, CA

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems. We have an exciting opportunity for a Navigation Engineer in Poway, CA. As Navigation & Flight Sensors Engineer you will be a part of a team of skilled engineers responsible for designing, developing, analyzing, and maintaining navigation systems and other flight sensor equipment used in GA-ASI aircraft systems. This role requires an understanding of navigation (or adjacent ) technologies to ensure the success of critical aerospace projects. DUITES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Work on the design, development, and testing of navigation systems, flight sensors, and avionics equipment for aircraft applications. Work closely with cross-functional teams, including sensor engineers, flight controls engineers, software developers,...

Nov 02, 2026

Full time

F-22 Flight Test Engineering and Ops Mgr

$145,100 - $269,500 yearly

Lockheed Martin Edwards Air Force Base, CA

Standard Job Description Manages the design, development, and testing of a variety of power plants, aircraft, missiles, and parts. Directs establishment of structural specifications, performance of stress analysis, and performance testing. Responsible for coordinating subordinate employee recruitment, selection and training, performance assessment, work assignments, salary, and recognition/disciplinary actions. Responsible for the management of resources required to safely and effectively plan and execute F-22 flight and ground test missions. These resources include developmental & operational test aircraft, Flight Test Engineers (FTEs), Discipline Engineers (DEs), and mission planners. Performs Full Spectrum Leadership duties and EVMS CAM Support as required and ensures FTE Test Directors and Test Conductors are qualified and maintain performance and currency levels established by the Squadron/Combined Test Force (CTF). Ensures testing is accomplished within Program...

Nov 02, 2026

Full time

ADP Skunkworks Tool Engineer - E2

$79,300 - $147,300 yearly

Lockheed Martin Palmdale, CA

Standard Job Description We are Lockheed Martin The story of aviation has always been the story of people who have the courage to fail, to try again and to one day succeed. Since Lockheed Martin’s inception and continuing today, the passion to advance aeronautical design and help our customers achieve mission success has been ingrained in our culture. It is that passion combined with a strategic focus on ever changing global challenges that shapes our path forward. Lockheed Martin is seeking a Tooling Engineer for a Tool Design & Integration Team supporting an ADP program WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING This role will be responsible for the end-to-end tooling lifecycle of project tooling to include tooling design and integration from initial requirements through delivery to the production floor. In this role, the work scope includes but not limited to: Responsible for the design, development and implementation of tools, dies, gages, jigs, fixtures, and prototype models required for...

Nov 02, 2026

Full time

ADP- Skunkworks -Tool Engineer - Level 3

$95,900 - $178,100 yearly

Lockheed Martin Palmdale, CA

Standard Job Description We are Lockheed Martin The story of aviation has always been the story of people who have the courage to fail, to try again and to one day succeed. Since Lockheed Martin’s inception and continuing today, the passion to advance aeronautical design and help our customers achieve mission success has been ingrained in our culture. It is that passion combined with a strategic focus on ever changing global challenges that shapes our path forward. Lockheed Martin is seeking a Tooling Engineer for a Tool Design & Integration Team supporting an ADP program WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING This role will be responsible for the end-to-end tooling lifecycle of project tooling to include tooling design and integration from initial requirements through delivery to the production floor. In this role, the work scope includes but not limited to: Responsible for the design, development and implementation of tools, dies, gages, jigs, fixtures, and prototype models required for...

Nov 02, 2026

Full time

Aeronautical Engineer - E2

$79,300 - $147,300 yearly

Lockheed Martin Palmdale, CA

Standard Job Description You will be the Skunk Works Subsystem Design Engineer for the Advanced Development Programs (Skunk Works®) which is responsible for pioneering aerospace subsystem innovations. What You Will Be Doing As the Skunk Works Subsystem Design Engineer you will be responsible for delivering high‑performance subsystem solutions from concept through production. Your responsibilities will include: Develop, test, and validate new and modified subsystem designs. Troubleshoot system malfunctions to determine root cause and corrective action. Create and maintain 3‑D CATIA models, assemblies, installations, system requirements, interface/supplier control drawings, performance specifications, system checkout procedures and statements of work. Create system requirements, trade studies, sub‑component and flight test plans. Coordinate with suppliers, internal and external integrated product teams, management and the customer. What’s In It For You We are...

Nov 02, 2026

Full time

Aeronautical Engineer - E2

$79,300 - $147,300 yearly

Lockheed Martin Palmdale, CA

Standard Job Description You will be the Skunk Works Subsystem Design Engineer for the Advanced Development Programs (Skunk Works®) which is responsible for pioneering aerospace subsystem innovations. What You Will Be Doing As the Skunk Works Subsystem Design Engineer you will be responsible for delivering high‑performance subsystem solutions from concept through production. Your responsibilities will include: Develop, test, and validate new and modified subsystem designs. Troubleshoot system malfunctions to determine root cause and corrective action. Create and maintain 3‑D CATIA models, assemblies, installations, system requirements, interface/supplier control drawings, performance specifications, system checkout procedures and statements of work. Create system requirements, trade studies, sub‑component and flight test plans. Coordinate with suppliers, internal and external integrated product teams, management and the customer. What’s In It For You We are...

Nov 02, 2026

Full time

Aeronautical Engineer - E2

$79,300 - $147,300 yearly

Lockheed Martin Palmdale, CA

Standard Job Description You will be the Skunk Works Subsystem Design Engineer for the Advanced Development Programs (Skunk Works®) which is responsible for pioneering aerospace subsystem innovations. What You Will Be Doing As the Skunk Works Subsystem Design Engineer you will be responsible for delivering high‑performance subsystem solutions from concept through production. Your responsibilities will include: Develop, test, and validate new and modified subsystem designs. Troubleshoot system malfunctions to determine root cause and corrective action. Create and maintain 3‑D CATIA models, assemblies, installations, system requirements, interface/supplier control drawings, performance specifications, system checkout procedures and statements of work. Create system requirements, trade studies, sub‑component and flight test plans. Coordinate with suppliers, internal and external integrated product teams, management and the customer. What’s In It For You We are...

Nov 02, 2026

Full time

Aeronautical Engineer Sr - E3

$95,900 - $178,100 yearly

Lockheed Martin Palmdale, CA

Standard Job Description You will be the Sr. Skunk Works Subsystem Design Engineer for the Advanced Development Programs (Skunk Works®) which is responsible for advancing aerospace subsystem innovation. What You Will Be Doing As the Sr. Skunk Works Subsystem Design Engineer you will be responsible for leading the design, development, and validation of aircraft subsystems while collaborating across multidisciplinary teams. "Your responsibilities will include:" Develop, test, and validate new and modified subsystem designs. Troubleshoot system malfunctions to determine root cause and corrective action. Create and maintain 3‑D CATIA models, assemblies, installations, system requirements, and interface drawings. Generate system requirements, conduct trade studies, and draft sub‑component and flight test plans. Coordinate with suppliers, integrated product teams, management, and the customer. What's In It For You We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall...

Nov 02, 2026

Full time

Aeronautical Engineer - E2

$79,300 - $147,300 yearly

Lockheed Martin Palmdale, CA

Standard Job Description You will be the Skunk Works Subsystem Design Engineer for the Advanced Development Programs (Skunk Works®) which is responsible for pioneering aerospace subsystem innovations. What You Will Be Doing As the Skunk Works Subsystem Design Engineer you will be responsible for delivering high‑performance subsystem solutions from concept through production. Your responsibilities will include: Develop, test, and validate new and modified subsystem designs. Troubleshoot system malfunctions to determine root cause and corrective action. Create and maintain 3‑D CATIA models, assemblies, installations, system requirements, interface/supplier control drawings, performance specifications, system checkout procedures and statements of work. Create system requirements, trade studies, sub‑component and flight test plans. Coordinate with suppliers, internal and external integrated product teams, management and the customer. What’s In It For You We are...

Nov 02, 2026

Full time

Procurement Engineer - Staff - Level 4

$118,000 - $219,100 yearly

Lockheed Martin Palmdale, CA

Standard Job Description At Lockheed Martin Aeronautics we are committed to shaping the future of aviation! Our Aeronautics Supply Chain team is passionate about delivering innovative, affordable, and agile solutions that exceed our customer’s expectations. The supply chain team touches every product and service we deliver and enables our customers to do the impossible every day. At Aeronautics, we leverage problem solving, creativity, and data to tackle the most exciting challenges in the industry. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work. You have arrived at your career destination! Join us! Qualifications Who You Are: Procurement Engineer - Staff: What You Will Be Doing: Coordinates with Sourcing, Operations, Design Engineering, the Supply Base and Industry experts to facilitate the design, production, test and qualification of aerospace and defense products Analyzes technical data, designs,...

Nov 02, 2026

Full time

Project Engineer Qualification & Verification

$99,500 - $170,750 yearly

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. Poway, CA

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems. We have an exciting opportunity located in Poway, CA within the MQ-9B Chief Engineering organization, a leadership organization supporting a portfolio of diverse variants of the MQ-9B aircraft and ground systems. Under general supervision with limited review, this position is responsible for engineering support related to qualifications, requirements verification, systems engineering, and project engineering activities. The Qualification and Verification Engineer will ensure that system and equipment requirements are properly interpreted, allocated, verified, and supported by objective evidence. This position will coordinate with design teams and technical organizations to identify design constraints, resolve verification issues, and ensure...

Nov 02, 2026

Full time

Advanced Arresting Gear Chief Engineer

$118,500 - $207,750 yearly

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. San Diego, CA

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) designs and manufactures first-of-a-kind electromagnetic and electric power generation systems. GA-EMS' expanding portfolio of specialized products and integrated system solutions support critical fleet, space systems and satellites, missile defense, power and energy, and process and monitoring applications for defense, industrial, and commercial customers worldwide. The Advanced Arresting Gear (AAG) Chief Engineer provides technical leadership and engineering direction for the development, integration, qualification, production, and sustainment of AAG and its associated subsystems. This position establishes and maintains the technical baseline, leads resolution of complex engineering issues, and ensures that program products meet customer, contractual, safety, quality, cost, and schedule requirements. The Chief Engineer serves as the primary technical authority for the program and works across engineering disciplines, program...

Nov 02, 2026

Full time

Data Engineer - San Diego, CA

$105,000 - $115,000 yearly

T3W San Diego, CA

Data Engineer San Diego, CA Description The Data Engineer independently designs, builds, and maintains the data infrastructure that enables data-driven decision-making across the Naval Aviation Enterprise. Working within the NAAC/FRAG team, this individual operationalizes raw data from NAE source systems into reliable, analytics-ready pipelines and data products that support readiness reporting, predictive analytics, and enterprise metrics. This position performs all functional duties with minimal oversight and is expected to interface directly with analysts, software engineers, and government clients to understand data requirements and deliver scalable solutions. RESPONSIBILITIES Data Pipeline Development and Operations Design, build, and maintain automated Extract, Transform, and Load (ETL/ELT) pipelines to ingest data from NAE source systems including OOMA/DECKPLATE,...

Oct 30, 2026

Full time

Senior Flight Test Engineer - Software Automation

$150,000 - $200,000 yearly

Skydio San Mateo, CA

Skydio is the leading US drone company and the world leader in autonomous flight, the key technology for the future of drones and aerial mobility. The Skydio team combines deep expertise in artificial intelligence, best-in-class hardware and software product development, operational excellence, and customer obsession to empower a broader, more diverse audience of drone users, from utility inspectors to first responders, soldiers in battlefield scenarios, and beyond. About the role: Autonomous drones are complex systems operating in uncontrolled environments. Onboard autonomy and hardware have to work together on every flight, along with the mobile and browser interfaces that control them. Testing these systems is one of the most critical parts of delivering a reliable product. We are looking for an experienced Software Automation Engineer to lead the Flight Test Automation Pod and scale how we validate autonomous flight. You will design and own automated test systems that run...

Oct 30, 2026

Full time

Mechanical Design Engineer - Level 4

$129,300 - $193,900 yearly

Northrop Grumman San Diego, CA

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: None TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. Job Description Northrop Grumman’s Space...

Oct 30, 2026

Full time

Sr. Staff Airworthiness Engineer

$192,800 - $289,200 yearly

Northrop Grumman San Diego, CA

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. Description At Northrop Grumman, our...

Oct 30, 2026

Full time

Principal Site Reliability Engineer - ARINCDirect (Remote)

Raytheon Collins Aerospace Remote (Remote)

Date Posted: 2026-10-23 Country: United States of America Location: US-VA-REMOTE Position Role Type: Remote What You Will Do: Spend your days working to automate and improve reliability and continue to push the ARINCDirect infrastructure forward, ensuring it is resilient and reproducible. Be responsible for service availability, performance, monitoring, incident response, and capacity planning. Create, improve, and manage environments to ensure decisions on resource allocation, problem identification, and capacity planning are based on accurate data-driven insights. Maintain a physical infrastructure using Linux Help facilitate a push towards Kubernetes and declarative infrastructure Impact technology decision and direction to grow and support the ARINCDirect platform. Collaborate closely with fellow SREs on your team and extend your collaboration across other teams and disciplines to design dependable and scalable...

Oct 30, 2026

Full time

Senior Machine Learning Engineer II - FlightAware (Remote)

Raytheon Collins Aerospace Remote (Remote)

Date Posted: 2026-10-26 Country: United States of America Location: US-CA-REMOTE Position Role Type: Remote What We Offer : Some of our competitive benefits package includes:  Medical, dental, and vision insurance Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option Tuition reimbursement program Student Loan Repayment Program Life insurance and disability coverage Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning Adoption Assistance          Autism Benefit Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions Healthy...

Oct 30, 2026

Full time

Spares Engineer / Engineering Analyst (onsite)

Raytheon Collins Aerospace Chula Vista, CA

Date Posted: 2026-10-29 Country: United States of America Location: US-CA-CHULA VISTA-B107 ~ 850 Lagoon Dr ~ BLDG 107, Mail Zone 1-C Position Role Type: Onsite What You Will Do: Develop, analyze, and maintain Recommended Spare Parts Lists (RSPL) and provisioning data for new and existing products. Interpret engineering drawings, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and maintenance plans to determine spares requirements. Identify critical components and create provisioning documentation (IPCs. IPLs, S-files, T-files, etc.). Provide technical support to customers, internal teams, and aftermarket services. Support proposal development with spares estimates, cost modeling, and logistics input. Travel up to 10%. What We Offer Some of our competitive benefits package includes:  Medical, dental, and vision insurance Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate...

Oct 27, 2026

Full time

Engineering Tech. V

$47.25 hourly

Amentum San Diego, CA

Engineering Technician - V (Support Equipment) The incumbent shall provide Fleet shore activities, CVN, and L class ships technical advice, assistance and on the job training (OJT) to Navy, Marine Corps military and civilian personnel on the acceptance, installation, operation, and/or maintenance of Support Equipment (SE), to include but not limited to: Ground Support Equipment (GSE). This acquisition is for Contract Field Services type of Engineering Technical Services (ETS) in support of SE. Duties and Responsibilities Provide Contract Engineering Technical Services (CETS) for the SE OJT training and assistance on the aviation programs, systems and equipment. Provide on-site academic instruction and on-equipment proficiency training to Navy and Marine Corps personnel, Navy Engineering and Technical Services (NETS) Specialists, and other Government employees, on the operation/maintenance of SE on the aviation programs, systems and equipment. Assist the NATEC Technical...

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