Last updated: 2025-06-21

116 Aerospace Defense Engineering jobs in San Jose.

Hiring now: Electrical Design Engineer @ Archer, Board Design Engineer @ Array Labs, Connectivity Specialist @ Espace, Aircraft Mechanic @ Lta Resear, Sr Mechanical Design Engineer @ Pyka, Avionics Mechanical Engineer @ Reliable R, Electrical Systems Engineer @ Confidenti, Sr Staff Controls Engineer @ Wisk, Policy Director @ Skydio, Advanced Analyst @ Parsons. Explore more at at jobswithgpt.com

🔥 Skills

aerospace (7) Avionics (5) Testing (5) Engineering (5) project management (4) Aerospace (4) autonomous flight (4) innovation (4) Python (3) Troubleshooting (3)

📍 Locations

Mountain View (18) San Jose (8) Palo Alto (7) Sunnyvale (5) Saratoga (2) Alameda (2) San Mateo (2) Fremont (2) Pleasanton (1) Foster City (1)

Archer

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…

Electrical Design Engineer

San Jose

  • Skills: electrical design, aircraft, test equipment, aerospace, communication protocols, ARINC, CAN, Ethernet, multimeters, project management
  • Experience: 5+ years of electrical design experience

Array Labs

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…

Board Design Engineer

Palo Alto

  • Skills: board design, layout, manufacture, bring-up, radar hardware, communications hardware, compute hardware, cross-functional, satellites, Earth observation

E-Space

We’re focused on bridging Earth and space with the world’s most sustainable low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite network.

Connectivity Specialist

Saratoga

  • Skills: low Earth orbit, LEO, satellite network, connectivity, sustainable, space systems, actionable intelligence, telecommunications, engineering, technology
  • Experience: 3+ years in satellite technology or telecommunications
  • Type: Full-time

LTA Research and Exploration

an aerospace start-up

Aircraft Mechanic

Mountain View

  • Skills: Aircraft Mechanic, systems integration, research and development, flight vehicles, airships, integration of subsystems, flight operational support, planning, organizing, executing
  • Experience: Not provided
  • Type: Not provided

Pyka

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…

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Alameda

  • Skills: mechanical design, aerospace, 3D CAD, prototyping, manufacturing processes, composite assemblies, FEA, project management, mentorship, autonomous electric aviation
  • Experience: 4+ years of professional experience in mechanical design, preferably in the aerospace industry.
  • Type: Full-time

Reliable Robotics

We're building safety-enhancing technology for aviation that will save lives. Automated aviation systems will enable a future where air transportation is safer…

Avionics Mechanical Engineer

Mountain View

  • Skills: Avionics, Mechanical Engineering, Integration, Harness Design, Testing, Environmental Protection, Structural Mounts, Hardware Interfaces, Robotics, Aerospace
  • Type: Full-time

Confidential

We're building safety-enhancing technology for aviation that will save lives. Automated aviation systems will enable a future where air transportation is safer…

Electrical Systems Engineer

Mountain View

  • Skills: Electrical Systems Engineer, Avionics, System Architecture, Integration, Testing, Design, Certification Requirements, Component Ownership, Aerospace, Safety
  • Experience: Experience in electrical systems design, particularly in avionics is required.
  • Type: Full-time

Reliable Robotics

We are a team of mission-driven engineers with experience across aerospace, robotics and self-driving cars working to make a future where air transportation is…

Experimental Flight Test Pilot

Mountain View

  • Skills: Experimental Flight Test Pilot, Flight Test, Integration Team, Flight Test Plans, Research and Development, Certification, Autopilot System, Remote Ground Station, Flight Operations, Data Reviews
  • Experience: Experience in flight operations and testing
  • Type: Contract

Wisk

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…

Senior Staff Controls Engineer

Mountain View

  • Skills: 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
  • Type: Hybrid

Skydio

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…

Policy Director

San Mateo

  • Skills: autonomous flight, federal government engagement, policy initiatives, DHS, drone operations, regulatory framework, AI policy, Congressional staffer, public safety, national security
  • Experience: 5+ years of experience in federal policy, with preference given to candidates with 8+ years of experience
  • Type: Full-time

Wisk

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…

Battery Mechanical Design Engineer

Mountain View

  • Skills: Battery Mechanical Design, autonomous flight, energy storage, power system, mechanical system, thermal system, engineering collaboration, onsite work, self-motivated, disciplined

Parsons

Parsons is a global leader in infrastructure and technology solutions, specializing in defense, security, intelligence, and environmental sectors.

Advanced Analyst

San Jose

  • Skills: programmatic support, technical support, analytical support, GMD test activities, flight testing, ground testing, cyber testing, logistical support, facility management, security procedures
  • Experience: 7+ years relevant experience
  • Type: Full-time

Applied Intuition

Applied Intuition is a vehicle software supplier that accelerates the adoption of safe and intelligent machines worldwide. Founded in 2017, Applied Intuition d…

Product Manager, Defense

Mountain View

  • Skills: Product Management, Communication, Wireless Communications, Electronic Warfare, RF Algorithms, Software Development, Engineering, Stakeholder Engagement, Market Demand, Customer Experience
  • Experience: 5+ years of experience in the tech industry
  • Type: Full-time

Boeing

Boeing is a global aerospace company that designs and manufactures commercial and defense aircraft, and provides services for customers in over 150 countries.

Engineering - Safety & Airworthiness

San Jose

  • Skills: Engineering, Safety, Airworthiness, Aerospace, Manufacturing, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Information Technology, Sustainability, Veteran Opportunities
  • Type: Hybrid

Wisk

We are transforming the future of urban mobility through safe, all-electric, autonomous flight.

Senior Battery Thermal Analyst

Mountain View

  • Skills: battery, thermal performance, eVTOL, Energy Storage, Power Systems, thermal analysis, simulations, validation, battery management, autonomous flight
  • Type: Hybrid

Zoox

AV Safety Benchmarking Engineer

Foster City

  • Skills: AV technology, safety performance, metrics, models, research, processes, measurability, systematic, scalable, innovation

LLNL

Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNC)/Flight Dynamics Software Developer

Livermore

  • Skills: Guidance Navigation Control, Flight Dynamics, Software Developer, Aerospace Engineering, Python, Modeling, Simulation, High-Performance Computing, Data Extraction, Automation

reliable

We're building safety-enhancing technology for aviation that will save lives. Automated aviation systems will enable a future where air transportation is safer…

Avionics Hardware Engineer

Mountain View

  • Skills: Avionics, Hardware, Engineering, Design, Testing, Troubleshooting, Electronics, Integration, Sensing, Electro-mechanical

Beacon AI

Beacon AI is developing AI pilot assistant technology to transform aviation, flight safety, operational efficiency, and pilot capabilities.

Senior Technical Program Manager (Federal Programs)

San Carlos

  • Skills: Technical Program Manager, DoD, defense programs, program execution, aviation technology, stakeholder management, proposal development, military installations, flight demonstrations, aircraft integration
  • Type: Full time

Skydio

Skydio is the leading US drone company and the world leader in autonomous flight, the key technology for the future of drones and aerial mobility. The Skydio t…

Electrical Engineering Manager

San Mateo

  • Skills: electrical engineering, autonomous drones, system architecture, embedded systems, PCB design, power electronics, high-speed signals, signal integrity, EMI/EMC compliance, failure analysis
  • Experience: 10+ years
  • Type: Full-time

LTA Research

Senior Program Manager, Certification

Sunnyvale

  • Skills: program manager, certification, FAA, type certification, aerospace engineering, technical leader, aircraft, compliance, innovation, startup

Pivotal

Pivotal is the leader in the emerging market of electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft. We design, develop, and manufacture light eVTOL aircraf…

Senior Composite Design Engineer

Palo Alto

  • Skills: composite design, eVTOL aircraft, CAD software, structural analysis, cross-functional collaboration, composite materials, manufacturing processes, safety requirements, mentorship, innovation
  • Experience: 8+ years of hands-on experience in composite design and development within the aerospace, aviation or automotive industry
  • Type: Full-time

Wisk Aero

Wisk Aero is transforming the future of urban mobility through safe, all-electric, autonomous flight.

SMS Program Advisor

Fremont

  • Skills: Safety Management System, risk assessments, hazard assessments, documentation, training, safety culture, root cause analysis, standardization, data analysis, aviation safety
  • Experience: At least 8 years system level safety experience.
  • Type: Full-time

LTA

Airship Pilot

Sunnyvale

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

LTA Research and Exploration

An aerospace start-up seeking to bring revolutionary airships to life.

Avionics Technician

Mountain View

  • Skills: Avionics, systems integration, research, development, flight vehicles, troubleshooting, installation, inspections, flight support, subsystems

LTA Research

Senior Certification Manager

Sunnyvale

  • Skills: certification, airship, FAA, compliance, regulatory, Type Certification, 14 CFR Part 21, certification strategies, engagement, requirements

ltaresearch

Senior Director of Airship Operations

Sunnyvale

  • Skills: airship operations, operational success, regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, aviation leader, dynamic environment, innovation, team management, airport authorities, departmental objectives

Pyka

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…

Flight Test Engineer (Deployment Support)

Alameda

  • Skills: autonomous aircraft, flight operations, deployment support, UAVs, ground control software, aircraft systems, data logs, airworthiness, aircraft maintenance, international deployments
  • 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

Spot AI

Founded by engineers from Stanford, Cisco Meraki, and Samsara, Spot AI is a rapidly growing Video AI company transforming standard cameras into powerful AI too…

NPI Engineering Program Manager Intern

Hayward

  • Skills: Video AI, Product Introduction, Project Management, Operational Planning, Cross-functional Teams, Prototype Validation, Risk Assessment, Process Improvement, Military Transition, Onsite
  • Experience: Junior military officers (O1–O3 or equivalent)
  • Type: Internship

Sanmina Corporation

Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a leading integrated manufacturing solutions provider serving the fastest-growing segments of the global Electronics Manu…

Technical Program Manager

Fremont

  • Skills: Program Management, Electro Mechanical Solutions, Product Development, Manufacturing, Backplane, Chassis, Solidworks, OpenVPX, NPI, Government Contracts
  • Type: full_time

General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.

General Dynamics Mission Systems engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execut…

Sr Advanced Systems Engineer

San Jose

  • Skills: Systems Engineering, RF communication systems, Test plans, Technical documents, Agile, SECURITY CLEARANCE, Test Readiness Review, Facility Acceptance Tests, Mission critical solutions, Technology integrator
  • Type: full_time

Muon Space

Founded in 2021, Muon Space is an end-to-end Space Systems Provider that designs, builds, and operates LEO satellite constellations delivering mission-critical…

Systems Engineer

Mountain View

  • Skills: mission design, spacecraft systems, system modeling, requirements management, project management, communication, remote sensing, system integration, data pipelines, ITAR/EAR compliance
  • Type: full_time

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines is a major American airline headquartered in SeaTac, Washington. It is known for its robust airline service in the Pacific Northwest and beyond…

Military Technician Transition Program

Oakland

  • Skills: A&P licenses, aviation maintenance, military transition, certification, mentorship, technical skills, educational assistance, employment guarantee, Federal Aviation Administration, maintenance technician
  • Type: internship

Applied Materials

Global Product Support (GPS) Engineer IV - (E4)

Santa Clara

  • Skills: FMECA, failure analysis, CAPA, engineering design reviews, Technical Training, Quality, Reliability, servicing new products, analytical thought, problem solving
  • Type: full_time

Array Labs

Array Labs is building a distributed radar imaging constellation to power the first accurate, real-time 3D model of the world. Our formation-flying multistatic…

Radar Systems Engineer

Palo Alto

  • Skills: radar systems, signal processing, performance analysis, trade studies, system architecture, AMTI, satellites, Earth observation, formation flying, developer
  • Type: full_time