Top 50 Chief engineer Jobs in La Palma, Ca

Chief Systems Engineer
Leonardo DRS —Cypress, CA
- $150,452 - $233,578 a year
- Master's degree
- 8 years
- Travel
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
Chief Engineer - Hardware & Embedded Systems
Intellisense Systems Inc —Torrance, CA
- $200,000 - $300,000 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- 5 years
- Bachelor of Science
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
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Consultant Chief Engineer (AHT)
Northrop Grumman —Los Angeles, CA
- $212,100 - $318,100 a year
- Overtime
- Engineering
- 11+ years
- Master's degree
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Sentinel Deputy Chief Software Engineer - 18979
Northrop Grumman —Manhattan Beach, CA
- $183,200 - $318,100 a year
- Overtime
- 11+ years
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Chief Engineer – Propulsion Tanks - Level 5
Northrop Grumman —Commerce, CA
- $177,000 - $265,600 a year
- Overtime
- 11+ years
- Travel
- Mentoring
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Chief Engineer (Dual Property)
Sonesta Huntington Beach —Fountain Valley, CA
- $90,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Carpentry
- Hotel
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Chief Engineer
Sphinx Defense —Seal Beach, CA
- $225,000 - $290,000 a year
- Remote
- 5 years
- Office
- Presentation skills
- Profit sharing
- Health insurance
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DoubleTree Norwalk - Chief Engineer
Aimbridge Hospitality —Norwalk, CA
- $75,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Hotel
- High school diploma or GED
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
Chief Space Systems Engineer
SAIC —El Segundo, CA
- $200,001 - $240,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
Chief Engineer
MCR Hotels —Pasadena, CA
- $95,000 - $110,000 a year
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- Management
- Word processing
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Senior Program Chief Engineer
Anduril Industries —Irvine, CA
- $166,000 - $220,000 a year
- Email
- 7 years
- Computer Science
- Analysis skills
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Chief Engineer | Kali Hotel
Kali Hotel —Inglewood, CA
- $150,000 - $165,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Hotel
- Continuous improvement
- Senior level
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
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Program Chief Engineer
Anduril Industries —Irvine, CA
- $129,000 - $171,000 a year
- Email
- 5 years
- Analysis skills
- Continuous improvement
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Chief Engineer, Fury Science & Tech
Anduril Industries —Costa Mesa, CA
- $254,000 - $336,000 a year
- Email
- Senior level
- Leadership
- Commercial
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Union Chief Engineer
ABM Industries —Los Angeles, CA
- $71.96 an hour
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Bachelor of Science
- Engineering
Senior Program Chief Engineer, International Programs
Anduril Industries —Irvine, CA
- $166,000 - $220,000 a year
- Email
- Computer Science
- 8 years
- Analysis skills
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Sr. Chief Engineer
Cushman & Wakefield —Santa Ana, CA
- $89,250 - $105,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Plumbing
- Senior level
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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Chief Engineer
Marriott International, Inc —Los Angeles, CA
- $85,000 - $114,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hotel
- High school diploma or GED
- Plumbing
Chief Engineer, Fury Advanced Concepts
Anduril Industries —Costa Mesa, CA
- $254,000 - $336,000 a year
- Email
- Analysis skills
- Recruiting
- Senior level
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Chief Engineer - Electric Power Control Systems
Honeywell Aerospace —Torrance, CA
- Full-time
- Senior level
- Commercial

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Chief Systems Engineer

Leonardo DRS -
Cypress, CA

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Job Details

$150,452 - $233,578 a year

Benefits

Paid parental leave
Health savings account
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Parental leave
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Flexible schedule
Paid sick time

Qualifications

Customer communication
Image processing
Electronic sensors
DoD experience
Optics
Sensors

Full Job Description

Job ID: 114513
Location: Cypress CA
Schedule: 9/80

DRS Space Systems in Cypress, CA develops advanced space mission payloads, leveraging cutting edge electro-optical and infrared space sensors, instruments, and software for key domestic and international allied customers. As part of DRS’s Electro Optical Infrared Systems (EOIS) line of business, we offer an exciting and challenging work environment, a competitive salary and benefits package, and a business culture that rewards performance.

Employing the world’s brightest. Supporting the world’s bravest.

Job Summary

This position is for a Chief Engineer to support space -based IR imaging products. Join our team to lead end-to-end test and characterization of advanced imaging and infrared (IR) systems supporting space and aerospace missions. You’ll own test strategy and execution—from requirements and procedure development through data analysis, troubleshooting, and customer-facing technical communication—while guiding AI&T task planning and supporting proposal efforts.

Job Responsibilities

Perform imaging system testing and characterization, including optical and spectral measurements
Develop test requirements, and create detailed test plans/procedures for setup and execution
Execute testing in lab and cleanroom environments; diagnose issues across electrical, software, and optical domains
Conduct spectral measurement and image data processing, including data analysis and reporting
Build and maintain MATLAB scripts to automate analysis and improve test efficiency
Troubleshoot test equipment and define/drive solutions to improve reliability and throughput
Lead technical teams with a focus on AI&T execution and task planning
Interface with customers and deliver clear technical presentations and status updates
Support growth activities including proposal generation, technical write-ups, costing/BOEs, and identifying capital equipment needs

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or Systems Engineering (Master's Degree preferred) and 12 years of relevant experience
Minimum 8 years of systems experience in space and/or aerospace (10+ years highly preferred)
Experience and understanding of DOD and aerospace test processes
Active Secret Security Clearance (Top Secret preferred)
Ability to travel locally and nationally as needed
Understanding of Imaging System Testing, Characterization, and Image Data Processing
Experience with optical measurements and IR technology, Familiarity with visible and infrared electro-optical sensor systems, such as: imagers, point source detectors, and/or multi- or hyper-spectral devices required
Work to be performed in Cypress California under a 9/80 schedule

U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.

The salary range for this position is $150,452/year-$233,578/year. This range reflects the good faith estimate of pay the employer is willing to offer at the time of posting. Several factors can influence the pay scale, including but not limited to: Federal contract labor categories and contract wage rates, collective bargaining agreements, geographic location, business considerations, scope, and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal equity. Other factors include the candidate’s qualifications such as prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education/training, and certifications. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for: annual performance-based bonuses, equity awards, and overtime pay (for non-exempt employees as applicable. Our benefits package includes comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision), employer matching 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave (including ant state-mandated paid sick leave), parental leave benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional development support, and life and disability insurance coverage.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.

Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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