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Propulsion Engineer

Laguna Niguel,CA

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Staff Manufacturing Engineer, Propulsion

Anduril Industries

Costa Mesa, CA 92627

~ 27 min OnsiteHealth Insurance

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.
  • 12+ years of experience in propulsion manufacturing, propulsion engineering, or a closely related manufacturing discipline - with expertise in at least one propulsion type: air-breathing turbines, ramjets, or solid rocket motors.
  • Strong technical knowledge of propulsion-specific manufacturing processes relevant to your area of expertise. Depending on specialty, this may include: investment casting and single-crystal blade production, combustor and hot section fabrication (welding, brazing, thermal barrier coatings), solid propellant formulation, mixing, casting and curing, nozzle and throat insert manufacturing (ablatives, refractory metals, carbon-carbon composites), ramjet combustor and inlet manufacturing, or propulsion system assembly, integration, and acceptance testing.
  • Experience evaluating propulsion designs for manufacturability and translating findings into measurable improvements.
  • Experience evaluating or qualifying propulsion suppliers - including special process qualification and production readiness assessments.
  • Understanding of cost drivers in propulsion production, with experience building or contributing to should-cost models.
  • Ability to read and critically evaluate propulsion system drawings, specifications, and test requirements for manufacturing implications.
  • Working knowledge of relevant propulsion standards and specifications (MIL-STD, SAE AMS, JANNAF, AIAA standards as applicable).
  • Proven ability to work cross-functionally across design engineering, manufacturing engineering, test engineering, supply chain, quality, and operations.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present technical findings to engineering leadership and drive alignment on design and process changes.
  • Comfortable working across multiple programs simultaneously in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
  • Hands-on experience with propulsion hardware - whether in a production, test, or integration environment. Technical credibility matters.
  • Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities.
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Specialist, Software Engineering (Controls Engineer)

L3Harris Technologies

Anaheim, CA 92899

~ 35 min OnsiteBilingual PreferredEducation AssistanceHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering (B.S.E.E.) or equivalent from a four-year college or university
  • Minimum 4 years of experience in design and analysis of control systems for power conversion equipment
  • Must be able to obtain a US security clearance
  • Must have familiarity with control systems for power system architectures and power conversion equipment
  • Must have strong knowledge of control theory, ability to model with MATLAB / SIMULINK
  • Experienced in the practical implementation of control system algorithms
  • Experienced in with digital signal processing, machine-to-machine communications, and fiber optics based communications subsystems
  • Experienced with communication protocols, such as RS-232, RS-485, and Ethernet
  • Must be able to work as a key member of the design team with Power Design Engineers, Digital and Analog Engineers, System Engineers, Software Engineers and Mechanical Engineers
  • Experienced in C and C++ programming
  • Knowledge of Python or C-Sharp is beneficial
  • Required to have ability to obtain and maintain a secret/security clearance
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Engineering Product Lifecycle Senior Manager

Boeing

Huntington Beach, CA 92647

~ 33 min OnsiteHealth InsuranceRetirement Benefit

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement
  • 10+ year of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • 5+ years of manager experience leading engineering teams
  • Experience with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and Configuration Management systems, Change Management, and PLM Processes and Tools
  • Working knowledge of the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and Sanctions Controls
  • Experience in a role that required teaming and collaboration skills, and ability to work well with a geographically dispersed cross-functional and matrix team
  • Strong planning, communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills
  • Experience in applying continuous improvement tools and techniques
  • This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
  • Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
  • This position requires an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required).
  • "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required.
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Lead Manufacturing Engineer

Winchester Interconnect

Garden Grove, CA 92841

$110,000-$140,000/yr
~ 37 min OnsiteHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline
  • Minimum 7+ years of progressive experience in process or manufacturing engineering within a high-precision or regulated manufacturing environment
  • Aerospace, defense, or space applications preferred
  • Familiarity with cable assembly design, manufacturing processes, connector systems, and testing protocols including MIL-DTL specifications is highly desired
  • Understanding of industry workmanship standards including IPC/WHMA-A-620 and J-STD-001
  • Experience working under AS9100 and ISO9001 quality management systems
  • Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident) due to ITAR regulations
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Senior Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

Becton, Dickinson and Company

Irvine, CA 92620

~ 22 min Onsite

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline with 6-8 years of relevant experience, or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline with 2-6 years of relevant experience.
  • Experience working in an FDA-regulated manufacturing environment.
  • Fluent English communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Strong technical writing and documentation skills.
  • Work Authorization Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States.
  • We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
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Anaheim, CA 92801

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Mechanical Design and Manufacturing Engineer

Canopy A&D

Irvine, CA 92620

~ 22 min OnsiteHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

  • 3+ years of mechanical design experience, with emphasis on composites, thermal control, and vibration damping materials
  • Proven leadership in engineering projects involving design, prototyping, and manufacturing of mechanical, phenolic, and polymer-based systems
  • Hands-on experience with technical projects, including collegiate or professional work focused on advanced materials and mechanical components
  • Strong understanding of elastomer and phenolic manufacturing processes, material properties, and relevant testing standards
  • Proficient in CAD software with the ability to produce high-quality, industry-compliant engineering drawings
  • Solid grasp of engineering fundamentals including structures, materials science, thermal management, and mechanical systems
  • Skilled in prototyping and fabrication techniques such as composite compression curing, composite layups, and mechanical assembly
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field, or equivalent industry experience in advanced material applications
  • Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written English
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Manual Machinist/ Machinist II 1st shift

MW Industries

Corona, CA 92880

~ 44 min Onsite

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum of three (3) years' experience
  • Proficiency with machining math, including geometry and trigonometry
  • Ability to use precision measurement tools with a high degree of accuracy
  • Strong understanding of materials
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Machinist 2nd Shift

Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A.

Costa Mesa, CA 92627

~ 27 min OnsiteFlexible ScheduleEducation Assistance

  • High School diploma AND AA Degree or completed trade school study relevant toward CNC machine manufacturing
  • Knowledge of 5 axis CNC machine controls (Heidenhain, Mazatrol experience is preferred), with the ability to select, retrieve and run programs
  • 5+ years' experience working in a highly dynamic, metric driven, close tolerance CNC manufacturing environment, with responsibilities in machine operation, programming, and cutting tool selection and maintenance
  • Strong knowledge of CNC cutting tools (eg. reamers, end mills, boring bars, taps, drills, etc.)
  • Ability to read, follow and provide constructive feedback on internal Standard Operating Procedures
  • Familiarity of G & M Code programming techniques (Heidenhain, Mazatrol experience preferred)
  • Ability to read and understand detailed blueprints with advanced GD&T; experience
  • Competent with various forms of measuring equipment (e.g. micrometers, calipers, gauge pins, go/no-go gauges, etc.)
  • Ability to work in a self-supervised environment
  • Ability to work 2nd Shift hours
  • Must be constantly on feet
  • Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 lbs.
  • Constant need to perform the following physical activities to perform service, maintenance or repair to equipment: Bend, stoop, climb, push or pull
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Eaton Aerospace

Irvine, CA 92620

$99,000-$132,000/yr
~ 22 min Onsite

  • Bachelor's degree from accredited institution.
  • Minimum two (2) year of experience in manufacturing, supply chain, engineering, operations or a combination of those functions.
  • 2+ years of procurement or supply chain experience within a manufacturing environment.
  • This position requires use of information or access to hardware which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee
  • Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now or in the future .
  • No relocation benefit is being offered for this position. Only candidates that currently reside within 50 miles of the Irvine, CA facility will be considered.
  • Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.
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