Top Engineering Jobs in Los Angeles, CA

Develop and execute ASIC, FPGA, and SoC design verification activities using simulation, SystemVerilog, UVM, coverage analysis, debugging, requirements traceability, reusable verification infrastructure, and UVCs. Support integration and system-level investigations, contribute to coverage closure, communicate risks and dependencies, and progressively own verification scope of moderate complexity. Level II engineers develop independence, while Level III engineers independently manage assigned verification scope.

Develop and integrate space payload emulators using Xilinx SoC/FPGA platforms, embedded Linux, firmware, drivers, and hardware/software interfaces. Build Java or JavaScript GUIs for telemetry, command, and control. Perform board bring-up, lab debugging, system integration, and testing with multidisciplinary engineering teams. Use Xilinx toolchains, version control, and modern software practices while providing technical leadership during integration campaigns.

Design and develop ASIC, FPGA, and mixed digital systems for aerospace and defense programs. Responsibilities include requirements and architecture support, HDL/RTL development, simulation, debugging, synthesis, FPGA implementation, timing closure, CDC analysis, verification collaboration, integration, and system troubleshooting. Lead and Senior engineers provide technical leadership, subsystem ownership, mentoring, and cross-functional coordination.

Provides production and test support for space-qualified electronics, performs root-cause and corrective-action investigations, tracks technical performance, develops engineering processes, and conducts circuit stress analysis. The role requires troubleshooting electronic hardware and test systems using laboratory instrumentation, interpreting test results, and collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams. This is a 100% onsite position supporting first-shift operations, with occasional weekend work and requirements for U.S. citizenship, export-control compliance, and a Secret clearance.

Lead astrodynamics engineering for national security space missions, including orbit analysis, trajectory optimization, orbital maneuver planning, mission design, and on-orbit operations support. Serve as the astrodynamics Responsible Engineering Authority, define tools and processes, oversee subsystem engineering, interface with satellite and systems teams, and provide technical leadership and mentoring.

Own ASIC, FPGA, and SoC verification activities across aerospace programs. Develop SystemVerilog and UVM environments, reusable verification infrastructure, and UVCs; support planning, simulation, debugging, integration, requirements traceability, coverage, metrics-driven closure, and delivery. Lead verification efforts, troubleshoot across RTL and system boundaries, mentor engineers, assess completeness, and coordinate technical workstreams. The role is fully onsite and requires eligibility for a U.S. Secret clearance.

Lead modeling, simulation, and mission design for satellite constellations. Develop EO/IR image processing, state estimation, and control algorithms. Architect CONOPS/DRMs, validate TPMs, and integrate simulation platforms with software and firmware teams to meet mission requirements.

Designs, analyzes, integrates, tests, and verifies digital telemetry, command, and RF electronics hardware for satellite special test equipment. Develops requirements, interfaces, models, test plans, and validation use cases; analyzes performance data; conducts trade studies; and supports products throughout their lifecycle. Collaborates with cross-functional engineering teams on system integration for government and commercial satellite programs.

Designs and supports ASIC, FPGA, and mixed digital systems for aerospace and defense programs. Responsibilities include requirements development, architecture support, HDL/RTL development, simulation, debugging, synthesis, FPGA implementation, timing analysis, verification collaboration, integration, troubleshooting, and technical status communication. The role may involve owning functional blocks, supporting subsystem efforts, and contributing to cross-functional technical leadership depending on experience level.

Develops flight systems and guidance, navigation, and control solutions for spacecraft. Responsibilities include system architecture, requirements definition and allocation, trade studies, verification and validation, integration and testing, control-system analysis, sensor and actuator readiness, technical issue resolution, and mentoring systems engineers. The role is fully onsite in El Segundo and supports high-value defense and space programs.

Lead modeling, simulation, and analysis for satellite missions and constellations. Develop EO/IR image processing, tracking, state estimation, and control algorithms; build payload and CONOPS models; collaborate with software/firmware teams to deploy simulation platforms and ensure program deliverables meet mission requirements.

Develop and execute spacecraft flight systems requirements, architecture, design, analysis, verification, validation, integration, and testing. Lead high-value engineering projects, perform system trade studies, resolve technical issues, ensure flight readiness, optimize system performance, support customer needs, and mentor systems engineers. The role focuses on spacecraft guidance, navigation, control, sensors, actuators, and flight software integration.

Own the frontend platform powering Relativity Space’s operator UI, including the application shell, design system, shared data layer, and modular architecture. Lead consolidation of multiple frontends, support high-rate hardware telemetry rendering, establish frontend technical standards, and mentor engineers. The role requires deep TypeScript and React expertise, performance optimization for data-intensive applications, scalable state management, and cross-team architectural leadership.

Build and maintain a unified frontend platform for rocket factory operator applications. Develop React modules, shared components, design system features, and real-time telemetry interfaces. Migrate features from separate frontends, optimize live-data rendering, and contribute to shared architecture and code reviews. Collaborate with senior engineers while improving frontend performance, state management, and platform scalability.

Designs and validates electronic schematics, PCB layouts, controllers, sensors, and perception modules for robotics and mobility products. Performs circuit analysis, component selection, high-speed digital design, EMI/EMC mitigation, and hardware testing. Collaborates with mechanical, embedded software, and systems engineering teams to integrate and release production hardware. Troubleshoots signal integrity, thermal, and power issues while supporting manufacturability, lifecycle management, cost reduction, and autonomous product innovation.

Designs electrical system architectures for spacecraft, including power distribution, avionics interfaces, custom hardware, reliability analysis, component qualification, and electrical CAD documentation. Performs power and fault analysis, FMEA, testing, debugging, integration, and verification. Collaborates on harnesses, thermal and mechanical interfaces, EMI/EMC, design reviews, and flight readiness activities. The role is onsite in Centennial, Colorado or Long Beach, California, with occasional travel and potential extended hours during testing.

Owns engine or vehicle hardware from design release through build, test, and delivery. Develops build flows, work instructions, and test procedures; supports first-article builds; resolves manufacturing issues and non-conformances; conducts root-cause analysis; coordinates design, supply chain, production, and test teams; and helps establish scalable tooling, ERP/MES workflows, and production documentation for aerospace manufacturing.

Leads the avionics survivability team for Terran R, ensuring electrical and electronic systems withstand launch and space environments. Oversees EMC, radiation effects, component reliability, requirements, risk mitigation, analysis, test planning, qualification, and verification across the vehicle. Coordinates with multidisciplinary engineering teams and external stakeholders, drives compliance with industry standards, and influences design decisions from early development through flight. The role also manages complex EMC, radiation, and component qualification programs.

Own end-to-end thermal architecture, modeling, qualification, and testing for lunar surface systems, including power stations, habitats, airlocks, and nodes. Design radiators, fluid loops, heat pipes, insulation, coatings, heaters, and thermal storage for lunar day/night extremes. Lead thermal budgets, model correlation, TVAC and thermal balance campaigns, design standards, margin policy, and NASA technical deliverables.

Owns the architecture, design, development, qualification, integration, and flight readiness of avionics hardware for lunar vehicles. Responsibilities include requirements, electronics and PCB design, interface documentation, environmental testing, test benches, hardware-in-the-loop systems, supplier coordination, reliability analysis, troubleshooting, and corrective actions. The engineer will lead design reviews, collaborate across vehicle disciplines, mentor team members, and help establish the Lunar program’s avionics standards and capabilities.

Own spacecraft assembly, integration, verification, and test campaigns for a Mars orbiter. Develop procedures, test plans, acceptance criteria, tooling, ground support equipment, and campaign infrastructure. Lead thermal, vibration, EMI/EMC, functional, and end-to-end payload testing; conduct readiness reviews, troubleshoot failures, close verification requirements, and maintain configuration and test records through launch. Collaborate across hardware, software, and systems engineering teams while identifying design-for-assembly, access, handling, and testability risks.

Build scalable backend applications, APIs, shared AI services, agent frameworks, and integrations supporting Snap’s CRM, advertising, sales, and go-to-market systems. Develop AI-powered workflows, Salesforce and enterprise SaaS integrations, and production services across cloud infrastructure. Own features end to end, including design, implementation, testing, deployment, monitoring, troubleshooting, and support. Collaborate with product, engineering, and business teams while improving system performance, reliability, security, and CI/CD practices.

Supports the manufacturing, assembly, integration, and testing of avionics hardware and wire harnesses for human-rated space systems. Responsibilities include developing manufacturing processes, creating work instructions, designing tooling, resolving production issues through root cause analysis, reviewing supplier processes, supporting quality controls, and providing design-for-manufacturing feedback. The role also contributes to new product introduction, continuous improvement, design reviews, and team mentoring.

Supports electrical architecture, circuit and subsystem design, component selection, reliability analysis, schematics, and power budgeting for spacecraft avionics. Performs lab bring-up, debugging, verification testing, documentation, and integration activities. Collaborates on harness design, design reviews, and spacecraft-level electrical checkout while developing systems engineering expertise under senior guidance.

Design and develop tooling, fixtures, custom machines, and factory automation equipment for rocket manufacturing. Responsibilities include mechanical design and analysis, drafting to ASME Y14.5 standards, collaboration with design and manufacturing teams, and management of tooling projects from vendor selection through fabrication, inspection, installation, and commissioning. The role requires CAD and FEA experience, manufacturing knowledge, and the ability to deliver full-cycle projects in a fast-paced environment.