Last updated: 2025-05-22

22 Aerospace Engineering jobs in San Diego.

Hiring now: Staff Systems Engr @ Northrop G, Airframe Design Engr @ Natilus, Ballistic Missile Defense @ General Dy, Aerospace Systems Engr Ii @ Ansys, Scientist Systems Engr Sp @ L3Harris T, Program Mgr For Autonomou @ Saronic Te, A P Mechanic @ Natilus, Integrated Air Missile De @ Sigma Defe, Sr Software Engr @ Saic, Tactics Mentor For Integr @ Sigma Defe.Explore more at at kaamvaam.com

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Northrop Grumman

Staff Systems Engineer San Diego
Skills & Focus: systems engineering, integration, stakeholder management, UAV systems, requirements development, test planning, verification, system architecture, mission support, project leadership
About the Company: At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for ge…
Experience: 12 years engineering experience; 10 years with Masters; 8 years with PhD
Salary: $171,000.00 - $256,400.00
Type: Full-time
Benefits: Flexible work arrangements, educational assistance, health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings p…

Natilus

Airframe Design Engineer San Diego
Skills & Focus: aircraft load paths, bolted & bonded joint designs, composite structures, third party vendors, NX, CATIA, Unigraphics, Solidworks, Fibersim, aircraft homebuilding
About the Company: Natilus is currently building a large 19,000lb unmanned aerial vehicle powered by twin turbo props which is a blended wing body designed for carrying cargo. Th…
Experience: A minimum of three years or directly related work experience
Type: Full-time
Benefits: Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision), Retirement Plan (401k, IRA), Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D), Pai…

General Dynamics

Ballistic Missile Defense Commander San Diego
Skills & Focus: Ballistic Missile Defense, Tactical Action Officer, Naval Warfare Specialist, Air Defense Warfare Commander, Training, Joint Semi Automated Forces, Tactical Data Information Link, Command and Control, Fleet Synthetic Training, Technical and Administrative Support
About the Company: A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. governmen…
Experience: 8+ years of related experience
Salary: $119,862 - $162,166
Type: Full Time
Benefits: Excellent customizable health benefits (Medical, Dental and Vision), 401K with company match, Educational Assistance, F…

Ansys

Aerospace Systems Engineer II (Air Focus) San Diego
Skills & Focus: Aerospace, Defense, Engineering, Software, Analysis, Simulation, Integration, Technical Support, Customer Service, Program Development
About the Company: Ansys software has enabled innovators across industries to push boundaries by using the predictive power of simulation.
Experience: BS+2
Type: Full-time

L3harris Technologies

Scientist, Systems Engineer (Space Vehicle) San Diego
Skills & Focus: Space Vehicle, engineering processes, requirements derivation, trade studies, technical reviews, mentoring, engineering lifecycle, integration and test, security clearance, systems engineering
About the Company: L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedicati…
Experience: Minimum of 15 years related experience without a graduate degree, or 13 years with a graduate degree.
Salary: $157,000-$291,000 (specific ranges vary by location)
Type: Full-time
Benefits: Health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, p…
Lead, Systems Engineering (Space Vehicle Mechanical) San Diego
Skills & Focus: mechanical integration, spacecraft bus, mission payload, communications payload, system design, requirements derivation, test and analysis, integration activities, security clearance, engineering design
About the Company: L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do.
Experience: Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 9 years of prior relevant experience; or Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience.
Salary: $108,500-$201,500 (varies by location)
Benefits: L3Harris offers health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, p…

Northrop Grumman

Principal or Sr. Principal Engineer Avionics San Diego
Skills & Focus: Avionics, Hardware Engineer, Vehicle Management Computer, System Integration, Requirements Verification Testing, DOD Secret clearance, Embedded Operating Systems, Flight Control, Technical Planning, Cognitive Diversity
About the Company: At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for ge…
Experience: At least 5-8 years of experience depending on educational background
Salary: $110,300.00 - $165,500.00 $137,400.00 - $206,000.00
Type: Full-time
Benefits: Health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO) …

L3harris Technologies

Lead, Systems Engineering (Space Vehicle Mechanical) San Diego
Skills & Focus: mechanical integration, spacecraft bus, mission payload, communications payload, design review, requirements compliance, mechanical analysis, integration testing, subcontractor coordination, evaluative meetings
About the Company: L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing diverse, high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared…
Experience: 9 years relevant experience or 7 years with a graduate degree or 13 years in lieu of a degree.
Salary: $108,500-$201,500 (varies by location)
Type: Full-time
Benefits: health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, p…

Northrop Grumman

Electronics Engineer Manager 3 - Communications and Payloads Manager San Diego
Skills & Focus: Electronics Engineering, Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Change Management, Project Management, Earned Value Management, Technical Change Management, Cost Account Management, Communication Technologies, Interdisciplinary Collaboration
About the Company: At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for ge…
Experience: 9 years related engineering experience with Bachelor's Degree, or 7 years with Master's Degree; 5 or more years of leadership experience.
Salary: $187,000.00 - $280,600.00
Type: Full-time
Benefits: Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, sav…

Saronic Technologies

Program Manager for Autonomous Surface Vessels (ASVs) San Diego
Skills & Focus: Program Manager, Autonomous Surface Vessels, ASVs, Department of Defense, cross-functional teams, project timelines, budgets, deliverables, successful delivery, intelligent platforms
About the Company: Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing defense autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operation…

Northrop Grumman

Mission Assurance Engineer 4 San Diego
Skills & Focus: Mission Assurance, Quality Management System, Root Cause Analysis, Continuous Improvement, Inspection Methods, Production Control, Reliability, Defect Analysis, ISO 9001, AS9100
About the Company: Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our…
Experience: 9 years of experience in Quality, Quality Engineering, Program Management, Engineering Management or Manufacturing
Salary: $137,400.00 - $206,000.00
Type: Full-time
Benefits: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Developme…

Natilus Inc

A & P Mechanic San Diego
Skills & Focus: A & P mechanic, turboprop aircraft, aircraft structures, maintenance manual, fabrication, composite fabrication, welding, scheduled maintenance, preventative maintenance, mechanical troubleshooting
About the Company: Natilus is building a large 19,000 lbs unmanned aerial vehicle powered by twin turbo props and is a Blended Wing Body with the sole purpose of carrying cargo. …
Experience: 3 years as an A&P mechanic with recent turboprop aircraft experience
Type: Full-time
Benefits: Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision), Retirement Plan (401k, IRA), Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D), Pai…

Sigma Defense

Integrated Air & Missile Defense (IAMD) Operations Planner San Diego
Skills & Focus: Integrated Air & Missile Defense, IAMD, Navy Veteran, AEGIS BMD, Tactical Action Officer, BMD operations, Fleet Synthetic Training, Department Head tours, contract, security clearance
About the Company: Sigma Defense Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, relig…
Experience: Two years of related experience with capabilities and limitations of AEGIS weapons system baselines; two years of experience with Fleet and Theater Air Defense Commander IAMD publications; experience preparing materials and briefs to executive-level audiences; experience supporting planning or execution of BMD operations or exercises.
Salary: $105,000 - $125,000 annually
Type: Contingent, pending award of contract
Benefits: Dental and Vision Insurance, Medical Insurance to Include HSA, FSA, and DFSA Plans, Life and AD&D coverage, Employee As…

L3harris Technologies

Sr Scientist, Systems Engineer (Space Vehicle Architect) San Diego
Skills & Focus: Systems Engineering, Space Vehicle Architect, Mission Analysis, Technical Strategy, Subsystem Design, Requirements Verification, Agile Technical Teams, Integration Testing, Technical Presentations, Cost and Schedule Management
About the Company: L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing diverse, high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engag…
Experience: 15 years of prior related experience or a Graduate Degree with a minimum of 13 years.
Salary: $157,000-$335,000
Type: Full-time
Benefits: health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, p…

Sigma Defense

Integrated Air and Missile (IAMD) Operations Subject Matter Expert (SME) San Diego
Skills & Focus: Surface Warfare Officer, Air and Missile Defense, Tactical Action Officer, Ballistic Missile Defenses, AEGIS, Fleet planning experience, Systems Testing Command, Air Warfare Coordinator, IAMD qualified officer, Tactical Action Officer Qualification
About the Company: Sigma Defense Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, relig…
Experience: At minimum 10 years of experience in the AD/BMD Mission area, with a minimum of 5 years served onboard an AEGIS DDG or CG, and 3 years as Tactical Action Officer or BMD Watch Officer.
Salary: $105,000 - $125,000 annually
Type: Full-time
Benefits: Dental and Vision Insurance, Medical Insurance to Include HSA, FSA, and DFSA Plans, Life and AD&D coverage, Employee As…

Saic

Senior Software Engineer San Diego
Skills & Focus: Software Engineering, Scrum Master, VLF communication systems, DoD Development programs, Agile, RF communications systems, Troubleshooting, Technical direction, System configuration, Problem solving
About the Company: SAIC is a premier Fortune 500 technology integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust port…
Experience: 5-10 years experience in development and engineering experience with C, C++, and java programming.
Salary: $120,001 - $160,000
Type: Full-time
Benefits: SAIC does not require COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters. Customer site vaccination requirements must be followed when w…

General Dynamics

Aegis Weapon System (AWS) Engineering Test Lead San Diego
Skills & Focus: Aegis Weapon System, engineering planning, system integration, shipboard testing, combat systems, installation engineering, technical data review, test coordination, system architecture, military cybersecurity
Experience: 15+ years of relevant experience
Salary: $119,862 - $162,166
Type: Full-time
Benefits: Full medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, and more

Ansys

Aerospace Systems Engineer II (Air Focus) San Diego
Skills & Focus: engineering, simulation, software, Aerospace, Defense, technical, collaboration, product development, programming, customer support
About the Company: Ansys software has enabled innovators across industries to push boundaries by using the predictive power of simulation, powering innovation that drives human a…
Experience: BS+2, MS+0
Type: Full-time

Sigma Defense Systems

Tactics Mentor for Integrated Air and Missile Defense Warfare Tactics Instructo… San Diego
Skills & Focus: Air and Ballistic Missile Defense, Surface and Mine Warfighting Development Center, Integrated Air and Missile Defense, Tactics Mentor, AEGIS Weapons System, Tactical Action Officer, WTI qualified officer, qualitative and quantitative assessment, war-fighting readiness, performance metrics
About the Company: Sigma Defense Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, relig…
Experience: 10+ years in the AD/BMD Mission area; with a minimum of 5 years onboard an AEGIS DDG and/or CG.
Salary: $110,000 - $130,000 annually
Benefits: Dental and Vision Insurance, Medical Insurance to Include HSA, FSA, and DFSA Plans, Life and AD&D coverage, Employee As…

General Dynamics

Air Intercept Controller (AIC) San Diego
Skills & Focus: C2 Systems, Telecommunication Systems, naval warfare operations, training experience, Joint Semi Automated Forces, Tactical Voice/Data Communications, Combat Systems, Air Warfare, training programs, voice reports
About the Company: GDIT is a global technology and professional services company delivering consulting, technology and mission services across the U.S. government, defense, and i…
Experience: 5 + years of related experience
Salary: $90,495 - $122,435
Type: Full Time
Benefits: Excellent customizable health benefits, 401K with company match, educational assistance, flexible work week, various pa…

Natilus Inc

Aerodynamicist San Diego
Skills & Focus: fluid dynamics, CFD code, wind tunnel experience, flight testing, aircraft certification, Aerospace Engineering, programming, solidworks, unmanned aerial vehicle, BWB aircraft
About the Company: Natilus is building a large 19,000 lbs unmanned aerial vehicle powered by twin turbo props and is a Blended Wing Body with the sole purpose of carrying cargo. …
Experience: A minimum of three years or directly related work experience; 4 or more years of experience in a directly related role preferred.
Benefits: Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision), Retirement Plan (401k, IRA), Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D), Pai…

General Dynamics

SSDS Tactical Action Officer/Air Defense Warfare Coordinator Trainer San Diego
Skills & Focus: Combat Systems, Tactical Training, Training Techniques, Instructor Evaluation, Scenario-based Training, Curriculum Development, Navy Aegis Combat Systems, Assessment, Combat Operations, Training Programs
About the Company: A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology, and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. governme…
Experience: 7 + years of related experience
Salary: $97,750 - $132,250
Type: Full Time
Benefits: Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Ac…