Last updated: 2025-05-22

43 Aerospace Defense Engineering jobs in San Jose.

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Pyka

Deployed Flight Operations Specialist Alameda
Skills & Focus: autonomous aircraft, flight operations, customer training, UAVs, ground control, mechanical systems, electrical systems, high voltage safety, technical feedback, logistics management
About the Company: Pyka’s goal is to provide society with a new form of safe, clean, and cost-effective transportation enabled by autonomous electric aviation. We are applying ou…
Experience: 1-3 years of experience flying fixed wing UAVs / model aircraft or large multirotors; 1-5 years of experience working with and troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems.
Salary: $64,000–$71,000 per year base salary + $15,000–$18,000 anticipated additional cash compensation + equity
Type: Full-time
Benefits: Employer-sponsored health, dental and vision insurance, FSA with employer matching, and 401(k); Paid holidays and gener…
Flight Test Engineer (Deployment Support) Alameda
Skills & Focus: autonomous aircraft, flight operations, deployment support, UAVs, ground control software, aircraft systems, data logs, airworthiness, aircraft maintenance, international deployments
About the Company: Pyka’s goal is to provide society with a new form of safe, clean, and cost-effective transportation enabled by autonomous electric aviation. They design, devel…
Experience: Experience flying fixed wing UAVs / model aircraft or large multirotors; Experience with ground control and mission planning software; Experience with mechanical and electrical systems, assembly, and troubleshooting; Familiarity with linux, command line usage, git; Experience visualizing and analyzing data logs; Knowledge of aircraft systems and manuals; Independent and motivated, with an extremely strong work ethic; willing to travel in foreign countries
Salary: $76,000–$106,000 per year base salary + $18,000–$27,000 anticipated additional cash compensation + equity
Benefits: Employer-sponsored health, dental and vision insurance; FSA with employer matching; 401(k); Paid holidays, generous PTO…

Zoox

AV Safety Benchmarking Engineer Foster City
Skills & Focus: AV technology, safety performance, metrics, models, research, processes, measurability, systematic, scalable, innovation

Wisk Aero

SMS Program Advisor Fremont
Skills & Focus: Safety Management System, risk assessments, hazard assessments, documentation, training, safety culture, root cause analysis, standardization, data analysis, aviation safety
About the Company: Wisk Aero is transforming the future of urban mobility through safe, all-electric, autonomous flight.
Experience: At least 8 years system level safety experience.
Salary: $143,784 - $169,158
Type: Full-time
Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401(k) with company matching, flexible vacation, and more.

Reliable Robotics

Chief Test Pilot Mountain View
Skills & Focus: Chief Test Pilot, experimental flight operations, aviation safety, training and scheduling, contract pilots, flight test plans, Part 135, safety and success, collaborative environment, pilot procedures
About the Company: We're building safety-enhancing technology for aviation that will save lives.
Type: Full-time
Avionics Mechanical Engineer Mountain View
Skills & Focus: Avionics, Mechanical Engineering, Integration, Harness Design, Testing, Environmental Protection, Structural Mounts, Hardware Interfaces, Robotics, Aerospace
About the Company: We're building safety-enhancing technology for aviation that will save lives. Automated aviation systems will enable a future where air transportation is safer…
Type: Full-time
Flight Software Verification Engineer Mountain View
Skills & Focus: Flight Software, Verification Engineer, Automated aviation systems, Embedded software, Sensors, Control systems, Verification strategy, Tooling, Flight testing, Aerospace engineering
About the Company: We are a team of mission-driven engineers with experience across aerospace, robotics and self-driving cars working to make safety-enhancing technology for avia…

Wisk

Staff Controls Engineer Mountain View
Skills & Focus: controls algorithms, state estimation methods, self-flying, autonomous software, aviation certification, rigorous testing, controls analysis techniques, aerospace, flight tests, software development
About the Company: Wisk is transforming the future of urban mobility through safe, all-electric, autonomous flight. We are dedicated to creating a sustainable future by solving h…
Type: Hybrid

Lta Research And Exploration

Aircraft Mechanic Mountain View
Skills & Focus: Aircraft Mechanic, systems integration, research and development, flight vehicles, airships, integration of subsystems, flight operational support, planning, execution, aerospace
About the Company: an aerospace start-up
Type: Full-time

Reliable Robotics

Sr. Harness Engineer Mountain View
Skills & Focus: harness architecture, routing, bulkhead planning, manufacturing, integration processes, design, test harnesses, production technicians, installation, remotely operated aircraft
About the Company: We are a team of mission-driven engineers with experience across aerospace, robotics and self-driving cars working to make safety-enhancing technology for avia…
Experience: Significant hands-on work designing, building, integrating, and testing harnesses, enclosures, and mounting hardware
Type: Full-time

Lta Research And Exploration

Avionics Technician Mountain View
Skills & Focus: Avionics, systems integration, research, development, flight vehicles, troubleshooting, installation, inspections, flight support, subsystems
About the Company: An aerospace start-up seeking to bring revolutionary airships to life.

Wisk

Staff Structural Analyst Mountain View
Skills & Focus: structural integrity, stress analysis, aerospace environment, engineering efforts, certification substantiation, methodologies, tools, allowables, proactive problem-solving, dynamic
About the Company: At Wisk, we're transforming the future of urban mobility through safe, all-electric, autonomous flight.
Type: Hybrid

Confidential

Electrical Systems Engineer Mountain View
Skills & Focus: Electrical Systems Engineer, Avionics, System Architecture, Integration, Testing, Design, Certification Requirements, Component Ownership, Aerospace, Safety
About the Company: We're building safety-enhancing technology for aviation that will save lives. Automated aviation systems will enable a future where air transportation is safer…
Experience: Experience in electrical systems design, particularly in avionics is required.
Type: Full-time

Lta Research And Exploration

Aircraft Mechanic Mountain View
Skills & Focus: Aircraft Mechanic, systems integration, research and development, flight vehicles, airships, integration of subsystems, flight operational support, planning, organizing, executing
About the Company: an aerospace start-up
Experience: Not provided
Salary: Not provided
Type: Not provided
Benefits: Not provided

Wisk

Senior Staff Controls Engineer Mountain View
Skills & Focus: controls algorithms, state estimation methods, self-flying autonomous software, software modeling, prototype airplanes, full scale airplanes, aviation certification, rigorous testing, controls analysis techniques, autonomous flight vehicle
About the Company: At Wisk, we're transforming the future of urban mobility through safe, all-electric, autonomous flight. We are a passionate team working together toward a sust…
Type: Hybrid

Muon Space

Senior Manager of Electrical Engineering Mountain View
Skills & Focus: Electrical Engineering, Spacecraft Electronics, Team Management, System Architecture, Project Execution, Design Reviews, High Reliability Systems, Satellite Industry, Firmware Development, Risk Management
About the Company: Founded in 2021, Muon Space is an end-to-end Space Systems Provider that designs, builds, and operates LEO satellite constellations delivering mission-critical…
Experience: 7+ years
Salary: $163K - $228K
Type: Full-time
Benefits: equity compensation, medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k retirement plan, short & long term disability and life…

Reliable

Avionics Hardware Engineer Mountain View
Skills & Focus: Avionics, Hardware, Engineering, Design, Testing, Troubleshooting, Electronics, Integration, Sensing, Electro-mechanical
About the Company: We're building safety-enhancing technology for aviation that will save lives. Automated aviation systems will enable a future where air transportation is safer…
Sr Avionics Hardware Engineer Mountain View
Skills & Focus: Avionics, Hardware, Engineering, Electronics, Testing, Design, Analysis, Troubleshooting, Cross-functional, Documentation
About the Company: We're building safety-enhancing technology for aviation that will save lives. Automated aviation systems will enable a future where air transportation is safer…

Alaska Airlines

Viper Military Technician Transition Program Oakland
Skills & Focus: military technician, aviation maintenance, FAA A&P licenses, mentorship, financial assistance, training program, employment guarantee, maintenance technician, skills development, career transition
About the Company: Alaska Airlines is a major American airline headquartered in Seattle, Washington. It operates scheduled flights to various destinations and is known for its de…
Experience: Active military member or veteran with a valid FAA Form 8610-2
Type: Full-Time
Benefits: Financial assistance: $5,000 for schooling fees, mentorship, guaranteed employment.

Pivotal

Senior Composite Design Engineer Palo Alto
Skills & Focus: composite design, eVTOL aircraft, CAD software, structural analysis, cross-functional collaboration, composite materials, manufacturing processes, safety requirements, mentorship, innovation
About the Company: Pivotal is the leader in the emerging market of electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft. We design, develop, and manufacture light eVTOL aircraf…
Experience: 8+ years of hands-on experience in composite design and development within the aerospace, aviation or automotive industry
Salary: The salary range for this role is reflected in Pivotal's Pay Structure - Pay Bands (PB) 13-16.
Type: Full-time
Benefits: Pivotal offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and 401k plans.

Woven By Toyota

Staff Program Manager Palo Alto
Skills & Focus: Program Management, AD/ADAS, Technical Execution, Cross-Functional Communication, Execution Plans, Safety Critical Autonomy, Interdisciplinary Problems, Operational Expertise, Stakeholder Engagement, Data-Driven Approach
About the Company: Woven by Toyota is the mobility technology subsidiary of Toyota Motor Corporation, aiming to deliver safe, intelligent, human-centered mobility through advance…
Experience: Experienced in program management, especially in complex technology programs

Pivotal

Autonomy Engineering Lead Palo Alto
Skills & Focus: autonomy systems, aerospace, engineering, program management, integration, safety standards, collaboration, technical projects, decision-making, control systems
About the Company: Pivotal is the leader in the emerging market of electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft. We design, develop, and manufacture light eVTOL aircraf…
Experience: 7+ years
Salary: $112,500 - $228,125 a year
Type: Full-time
Benefits: comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and 401k plans

Array Labs

Power Management Design Engineer Palo Alto
Skills & Focus: power management systems, design, prototyping, validation, production, radar satellites, communication, satellite electronics, collaboration, clean-sheet designs
About the Company: Array Labs is building a constellation of satellites to create the first accurate 3D map of the world.
Experience: Experienced
Type: Full-time
Board Design Engineer Palo Alto
Skills & Focus: board design, layout, manufacture, bring-up, radar hardware, communications hardware, compute hardware, cross-functional, satellites, Earth observation
About the Company: Array Labs is building a constellation of satellites to create the first accurate 3D map of the world. Our formation flying radar satellites offer a revolution…

Pivotal

Senior Electro-Mechanical Engineer Palo Alto
Skills & Focus: electrical harness, avionics enclosures, design, development, optimization, thermal management, simulation tools, integration, manufacturing processes, system-level testing
About the Company: Pivotal is the leader in the emerging market of electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft. We design, develop, and manufacture light eVTOL aircraf…
Experience: 5+ years of experience in electrical harness and enclosure design, preferably within the aerospace or automotive industry
Salary: $82,500 - $187,500 a year
Type: Full-time
Benefits: comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and 401k plans

Boeing

Engineering Pleasanton
Skills & Focus: engineering, manufacturing, cybersecurity, data science, analytics, information technology, veteran opportunities, contract jobs, aerospace, advanced technologies
About the Company: Boeing is a global aerospace company that integrates world-class systems engineering, and capabilities into an unmatched portfolio of capabilities.
Type: Full-time
Engineering - Electronic and Electrical Pleasanton
Skills & Focus: Engineering, Aerospace, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Manufacturing, Information Technology, Environmental Stewardship, Innovation, Career Development, Veteran Opportunities
About the Company: Our engineers create aerospace products and services that make the world better.
Type: Onsite
Benefits: Tuition assistance, Employee Referral Program, Continuous Improvement Programs
Engineer Pleasanton
Skills & Focus: aerospace, engineering, manufacturing, technology, products, services, collaboration, innovation, safety, research
About the Company: Aerospace company creating aerospace products and services that make the world better.

Archer

Flight Test Instrumentation Technician San Jose
Skills & Focus: Flight Test Instrumentation, Aerospace industry, Aircraft maintenance, Fly-by-wire systems, Calibration, Electrical systems, Wiring techniques, Project management, Continuous improvement, Collaboration skills
About the Company: Archer is an aerospace company based in San Jose, California building an all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft with a mission to advance the benef…
Experience: 10+ years in the aerospace industry, 10+ years of aircraft maintenance experience
Salary: $44.65 - $49.62 per hour
Type: Full-time
Benefits: Competitive compensation, collaborative work environment, commitment to diversity and inclusivity
Manufacturing Engineer San Jose
Skills & Focus: eVTOL, process control plans, Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA), process failure mode and analysis (PFMEA), aerospace tooling, composite material layup, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, work instructions, product development environment, communication skills
About the Company: Archer is an aerospace company based in San Jose, California building an all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft with a mission to advance the benef…
Experience: 5+ years of related experience in Aerospace
Salary: $122,040.00 - $135,600.00
Type: Full-time
Benefits: Equitable and inclusive work environment, pay-for-performance culture

Boeing

Engineering - Safety & Airworthiness San Jose
Skills & Focus: engineering, aerospace, manufacturing, cybersecurity, data science, IT, technology, advanced manufacturing, safety, airworthiness
About the Company: Boeing creates aerospace products and services.
Type: Hybrid

Archer

Avionics Systems Engineer San Jose
Skills & Focus: requirements development, system modeling, safety analysis, test execution, Flight Deck Avionics, requirements management, validation and verification, aviation protocols, Integrated Avionics, collaborative mindset
About the Company: Archer is an aerospace company building an all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft with a mission to advance the benefits of sustainable air mobilit…
Experience: 8+ years of experience in integrated avionics systems development.
Salary: $151,680 - 189,600
Type: Full-time
Principal Program Manager San Jose
Skills & Focus: airframe development, program management, aerospace, mechanical systems, risk management, composite materials, stakeholder management, budget management, certification, project management
About the Company: Archer is an aerospace company based in San Jose, California building an all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft with a mission to advance the benef…
Experience: 10+ years of program management experience in aerospace/aviation industry

Alaska Airlines

Military Technician Transition Program San Jose
Skills & Focus: military transition, aviation maintenance, FAA certifications, maintenance technician, A&P licenses, financial assistance, mentorship, career development, community support, technical skills
About the Company: Alaska Airlines is a major American airline headquartered in Seattle, Washington. The company offers a comprehensive range of airfare services and is known for…
Experience: Active military member or veteran with a valid FAA Form 8610-2
Type: Full-Time
Benefits: Financial assistance of $5,000 for schooling, guaranteed employment after program completion, mentorship options.

Parsons

Advanced Analyst San Jose
Skills & Focus: programmatic support, technical support, analytical support, GMD test activities, flight testing, ground testing, cyber testing, logistical support, facility management, security procedures
About the Company: Parsons is a global leader in infrastructure and technology solutions, specializing in defense, security, intelligence, and environmental sectors.
Experience: 7+ years relevant experience
Salary: $104,200.00 - $182,400.00
Type: Full-time
Benefits: Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, ESOP, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work sc…

Skydio

Policy Director San Mateo
Skills & Focus: autonomous flight, federal government engagement, policy initiatives, DHS, drone operations, regulatory framework, AI policy, Congressional staffer, public safety, national security
About the Company: Skydio is the leading US drone company and the world leader in autonomous flight, the key technology for the future of drones and aerial transportation. The Sk…
Experience: 5+ years of experience in federal policy, with preference given to candidates with 8+ years of experience
Salary: $193,500 - 252,000
Type: Full-time
Benefits: Health benefits, various incentives and stipends, eligibility to enroll in benefit plans.

E-Space

Staff Avionics RF Electrical Engineer Saratoga
Skills & Focus: RF hardware, satellite communications, RF electrical design, schematic capture, PCB layout, testing, low Earth orbit, IoT solutions, engineering teams, global economies
About the Company: E-Space is bridging Earth and space to enable hyper-scaled deployments of Internet of Things (IoT) solutions and services. We are building a highly-advanced lo…
Experience: 10+ years of experience in RF electrical design including schematic capture, PCB layout, and testing

Saic

Satellite Integration and Test Engineer Sunnyvale
Skills & Focus: Satellite, Integration, Test, Engineering, Manufacturing, Requirements, Analysis, Leadership, Communication, Collaboration
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 po…
Experience: Bachelor's and ten (14) years or more experience; Master's and eight (12) years or more experience; PhD and five (5) years or more experience.
Salary: $160,001 - $200,000
Type: Full-time
Benefits: SAIC does not require COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters. Customer site vaccination requirements must be followed when w…

Lta Research

Senior Program Manager, Certification Sunnyvale
Skills & Focus: program manager, certification, FAA, type certification, aerospace engineering, technical leader, aircraft, compliance, innovation, startup

Wayve

Demo Lead Sunnyvale
Skills & Focus: Demo Operations, Operational Readiness, Program Management, Team Leadership, Continuous Improvement, Customer Experience, AV Demonstrations, Safety Procedures, Scalable Systems, Technical Operations
About the Company: Founded in 2017, Wayve is the leading developer of Embodied AI technology. Our advanced AI software and foundation models enable vehicles to perceive, understa…
Experience: Experience in technical operations, product/program management, or field engineering—ideally in robotics, AV, or deep tech environments.
Type: Full-time

Lta Research And Exploration

Senior Software Engineer Sunnyvale
Skills & Focus: aerospace, software engineer, flight vehicle, rapid prototyping, safety critical systems, test and validate, experimental flight vehicles, hands-on leadership, concept to flight, innovative solutions
About the Company: an aerospace start-up
Type: Full-time

Ltaresearch

Senior Director of Airship Operations Sunnyvale
Skills & Focus: airship operations, operational success, regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, aviation leader, dynamic environment, innovation, team management, airport authorities, departmental objectives

Lta

Airship Pilot Sunnyvale
Skills & Focus: Airship, Flight Operations, Flight Test, Flight Test Engineers, Flight Training, Flight Procedures, Training Programs, Safety Procedures, Professional Pilot, Collaboration
Experience: 5 years