Top Aerospace Jobs in Los Angeles, CA

Design, implement, verify, and integrate high-performance FPGA digital logic for space communication and processing systems. Responsibilities include HDL development, high-speed digital architecture, timing closure, clock-domain integration, AXI interfaces, FPGA clocking, testbench development, regression verification, and lab debugging. The engineer will collaborate with DSP, systems, and software teams on hardware architectures and algorithm implementation.

Provides company-wide technical leadership for PCBA manufacturing in spaceflight applications. Develops, qualifies, and optimizes soldering, coating, staking, underfill, inspection, rework, and environmental testing processes. Partners with design engineering on manufacturability, testability, reliability, and DFM/DFA. Troubleshoots production issues, determines root causes, drives corrective actions, owns PCBA specifications, and advances manufacturing technology.

Develops, commissions, maintains, and prepares Labcars, HIL benches, prototype vehicles, and electrical test assets for validation. Responsibilities include hardware installation, wiring, module flashing, vehicle-network debugging, BOM and physical-asset reconciliation, configuration management, diagnostics, regression testing, readiness coordination, documentation, and automation. The role requires hands-on electrical and embedded-systems integration experience, proficiency with CAN, LIN, Automotive Ethernet, diagnostic tools, and formal commissioning or test procedures.

Develops operational dashboards and data pipelines using SQL and Power BI; defines KPIs; performs statistical root cause analysis; and drives continuous improvement across manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and operations. The role analyzes production workflows, labor, equipment, and material flow, while coaching teams in data-driven decision-making and process improvement.

Conducts setup, execution, troubleshooting, and documentation for thermal, thermal vacuum, vibration, EMI/EMC, and environmental testing of space systems. Maintains and calibrates test equipment, analyzes test data, develops procedures, supports equipment maintenance, and collaborates with engineering teams on corrective actions and continuous improvement. The role also includes safety compliance, peer training, and hands-on mechanical assembly and system-level testing.

Architects and implements infrastructure supporting safety-critical software development, hardware testing, and lunar mission operations. Builds Infrastructure as Code to provision servers, networks, cloud resources, and physical hardware; creates CI/CD pipelines for automated testing and deployment; manages access and secrets; monitors on-premises and cloud environments; and integrates IT infrastructure with software development teams.

Owns the order lifecycle from quote request through shipment, coordinating quoting, purchase-order processing, production timelines, freight arrangements, shipping documentation, export compliance, and customer communications. Serves as the liaison among Business Development, Production, customers, logistics partners, Legal, and Compliance while maintaining accurate records and resolving delays. Requires sales support, order management, logistics, communication, organizational, ERP, and U.S. Person eligibility experience.

Integrate satellite modules and subsystems at an on-site aerospace facility, troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues, improve integration procedures, support functional and environmental testing, and document nonconformances. The role requires collaboration with technicians, design and test teams, and Quality. Candidates need an engineering bachelor’s degree, spacecraft or aerospace hardware integration/test experience, spaceflight-grade workmanship, and the ability to read technical schematics and interface documents.

Leads test engineering for a new satellite assembly, integration, and test facility. Defines verification strategies, establishes laboratory equipment and ground support systems, builds and manages the test team, oversees external environmental test campaigns, performs hands-on test execution and troubleshooting, and reviews results for hardware readiness approval. The role covers functional, RF, vibration, shock, thermal vacuum, thermal cycling, and EMI/EMC testing.

Own workstreams within aerospace and defense manufacturing programs, developing scopes, schedules, cost models, ROI analyses, proposals, and risk mitigations. Drive cross-functional execution across engineering, operations, supply chain, and software; manage PMO tools, budgets, milestones, dependencies, dashboards, and executive reporting. Support factory stand-ups, customer reviews, production launches, and program handoffs while resolving execution challenges and maintaining stakeholder alignment.

Serves as the Level III technical authority for nondestructive testing, owning procedures, personnel qualification, calibration, traceability, audit readiness, and compliance for aerospace, defense, and naval programs. Leads probability-of-detection and capability studies, interprets technical standards and contractual requirements, supports external audits, and partners with automation and software teams to deploy advanced inspection systems. Mentors Level I and II personnel and drives data-backed improvements to inspection methods.

Owns the full lifecycle of customer and supplier agreements, including drafting, negotiation, administration, flowdown of FAR and DFARS clauses, contract records, and closeout. The role supports aerospace, defense, and advanced manufacturing customers and suppliers, manages purchase orders and subcontracts, builds contracting playbooks and workflows, and administers the contract lifecycle management platform. It also ensures compliance, manages risk escalations, and improves contract cycle times across sales and procurement.

Compiles, monitors, and analyzes functional budgets, forecasts, expenses, cost rates, personnel forecasts, and capital spending. Performs EAC, base, labor yield, trend, and variance analysis; prepares financial reports; maintains historical records; and interprets budgetary policies. Partners with engineering leaders, managers, directors, and other budget analysts to meet sector financial targets and support effective budget administration.

Design, develop, document, integrate, test, and debug software for end-user customers. Support embedded and real-time system architecture and lifecycle management, troubleshoot system and output issues, and collaborate with systems, digital, hardware, and integration teams in an Agile lab environment. The role focuses on C/C++, VxWorks, GPU/CUDA development, and software solutions for aerospace and defense programs.

Designs and supports secure cloud and hybrid infrastructure, cross-domain data flows, and system accreditation for government and space missions. Responsibilities include implementing cloud environments, applying NIST and DoD security controls, managing vulnerability remediation, developing accreditation artifacts, automating infrastructure and network operations, and supporting ATO/IATT processes. The role also involves secure enclave design, boundary defense, cross-domain solution integration, and cybersecurity audit support.

Manage PCBA processes and supplier continuity for the Starshield satellite program. Source and qualify electronic suppliers, define technical flow-downs, implement PPAP, develop process controls, analyze supplier quality/delivery metrics, drive corrective actions and supplier improvements to meet production rate, cost, quality, and schedule targets.

Source and engage passive candidates for hard-to-fill roles across engineering, supply chain, go-to-market, and business operations. Partner with recruiters and hiring managers to define search profiles, conduct Boolean and X-ray searches, personalize outreach, qualify candidates, maintain ATS pipelines, track sourcing metrics, map competitor talent pools, and represent SpaceX throughout the candidate experience. The role is fully onsite in Bastrop, Texas and may require extended hours and weekends.

Leads video editing for major space missions and Starlink initiatives, translating business needs into compelling visual narratives. Responsibilities include conceptualizing and editing content, color grading, maintaining visual consistency, collaborating with cinematographers, producers, designers, and project leads, and providing strategic creative leadership. The role requires high-quality storytelling, technical proficiency, portfolio examples, flexibility for extended hours and weekends during launches, and travel as needed.

Leads planning and execution of complex avionics hardware programs from prototype development through qualification, certification, production readiness, and customer delivery. Owns schedules, milestones, risks, dependencies, defects, corrective actions, supplier coordination, and cross-functional execution. Requires strong hardware systems knowledge, project leadership without direct authority, and experience with Jira, Microsoft Project, phase-gated development, and Agile/Scrum.

Provides acquisition advisory and assistance services for DoD and Space Force programs across the acquisition lifecycle. Advises on cost, schedule, performance, funding, earned value, source selections, and process improvements. Develops acquisition documentation, executive briefings, decision memoranda, and staff packages while coordinating stakeholders across contracting, finance, security, logistics, requirements, and technical organizations.

Develops and maintains Interface Control Documents for complex space and ground communication systems. Coordinates interface working groups, manages technical baselines, creates interface diagrams and data mappings, resolves cross-team risks, and supports integration, testing, engineering reviews, configuration control, acquisition activities, and government decision-making. The role requires collaboration with Space Force stakeholders, contractors, and government personnel while ensuring systems engineering, cybersecurity, documentation, and regulatory requirements are met.