Top 394 Propulsion engineer Jobs in Placentia, Ca

Systems Engineer
Safran —Irvine, CA
- $95,000 - $118,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
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Mechanical & Thermal Engineer [Propulsion]
Odys Aviation —Long Beach, CA
- $110,000 - $145,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
Propulsion and Fluids Test Engineer
True Anomaly —Long Beach, CA
- $100,000 - $175,000 a year
- Office
- Master's degree
- Senior level
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Aerodynamics Engineer I
Relativity Space —Long Beach, CA
- $90,000 - $136,000 a year
- Engineering
- Databases
- Mentoring
- Opportunities for advancement
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Senior Propulsion Engineer, Air Vehicles (Air Breathing Engine Integration)
Anduril Industries —Costa Mesa, CA
- $166,000 - $220,000 a year
- Email
- 8 years
- Manufacturing
- Senior level
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Mechanical Design Engineer [Propulsion]
Odys Aviation —Long Beach, CA
- $110,000 - $145,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
Mechanical Engineer, Propulsion
Anduril Industries —Santa Ana, CA
- $129,000 - $171,000 a year
- Email
- Bachelor of Science
- Senior level
- Python
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Staff Propulsion Integration Engineer, Omen
Anduril Industries —Costa Mesa, CA
- $220,000 - $292,000 a year
- Email
- Bachelor of Science
- 11+ years
- Office
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Chemical Propulsion Engineer
Apex Technology, Inc. —Los Angeles, CA
- $121,000 - $165,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- 3 years
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
Staff Propulsion Engineer, Air Vehicles (Air Breathing Engine Integration)
Anduril Industries —Costa Mesa, CA
- $220,000 - $292,000 a year
- Email
- 11+ years
- Manufacturing
- Senior level
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Propulsion Structural Engineer I, Combustion Devices
Relativity Space —Long Beach, CA
- $90,000 - $136,000 a year
- Data analysis skills
- Analysis skills
- Experience equivalent to degree accepted
- Opportunities for advancement
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Spacecraft Propulsion Components Engineer II
Rocket Lab Corporation —Long Beach, CA
- $100,000 - $140,000 a year
- Engineering
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Mentoring
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Propulsion Engineer II, Engine Systems
Rocket Lab Corporation —Long Beach, CA
- $100,800 - $151,200 a year
- Analysis skills
- US work authorization
- Senior level
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Spacecraft Propulsion Systems Engineer II
Rocket Lab Corporation —Long Beach, CA
- $100,000 - $140,000 a year
- Engineering
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Mentoring
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Sr. Field Operations Engineer -UAS
The Structures Company, LLC —Irvine, CA
- $125,000 - $150,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- 5 years
- Engineering
- Experience equivalent to degree accepted
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Senior Spacecraft Propulsion Components Engineer I
Rocket Lab Corporation —Long Beach, CA
- $115,000 - $158,000 a year
- 5 years
- Engineering
- Master's degree
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Principal Propulsion Engineer, Engine Systems & Test
Relativity Space —Long Beach, CA
- $185,000 - $277,000 a year
- Travel
- Mentoring
- Senior level
- Opportunities for advancement
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Thermal Engineer
Mach Industries —Huntington Beach, CA
- $110,000 - $195,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Analysis skills
- Retirement plan
Staff Propulsion Engineer, Engine Systems & Test
Relativity Space —Long Beach, CA
- $164,000 - $246,000 a year
- Travel
- Senior level
- Negotiation
- Opportunities for advancement
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Principal Propulsion Engineer, Air Vehicles (Air Breathing Engine Integration)
Anduril Industries —Costa Mesa, CA
- $253,000 - $336,000 a year
- Email
- 11+ years
- Mentoring
- Senior level
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Systems Engineer

Safran -
Irvine, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$95,000 - $118,000 a year
12 days ago

Qualifications

Requirements specification
Requirements design
Safety protocol adherence
Technical documentation
Presentations for conferences or internal meetings
Regulatory compliance
Requirements management
Cross-functional communication
Failure analysis

Full Job Description

Published 07.25.2026

Company : Safran Electronics & Defense Job field : Architecture and systems engineering Location : Irvine , California , United States Contract type : Permanent Contract duration : Full-time Required degree : Bachelor's Degree Required experience : First experience Professional status : Professional, Engineer & Manager Salary range : $95K-$118K ITAR : ITAR Controlled position

# 2026-183982

Published 07.25.2026

Job Description

The Systems Engineer is a key member of a cross-disciplinary team responsible for the design, development, and execution of pilot control, actuation systems, and cockpit solutions for next-generation aircraft. This role covers new product development and improvements, with engineering duties throughout the entire product lifecycle, from design to field support.

Essential Job Functions

Participate in the planning, design, development, and verification of systems.
Evaluate customer and operational needs to define and coordinate system performance requirements, integrate technical parameters, and assure compatibility of all physical, functional, and program interfaces.
Implement verification and validation of system requirements with proper flow down and traceability for system and hardware components. Create test plans and schedules; develop test procedures and supporting documentation, execute verification tasks, and demonstrate requirements verification coverage.
Perform interface development, documentation, compliance, and system integration to ensure system success.
Provide trade studies and impact analysis, failure analysis, and modeling.
Review customer specifications and determine compliance to requirements and statement of work and/or note exceptions.
Ensure the timely and efficient completion of projects to achieve the company's strategic and financial goals.
Design new products and modify existing products to support customer, manufacturing, regulatory, industry standard, and market requirements.
Provide technical support, interact, and collaborate with cross-functional teams, including design, manufacturing, quality, testing, program management, suppliers, and customers to resolve problems and implement solutions.
Evaluate design changes for impact to product design, cost, and schedule.

Will be an integral member of program Change Control Board's (CCB) to review the preparation of documentation with the end goal of system qualification and product certification.

Participate in new product development process to support design for manufacturability, design for cost, preliminary and critical design reviews. Identify and analyze potential failure modes and recommend design improvements.
Other duties may be assigned

Job Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Must be a self-directed individual requiring minimal supervision
Demonstrated ability to think critically, identify root cause and propose effective solutions
Understands and is proficient with engineering documentation requirements, and engineering analysis tools.
Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes ing principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services
Knowledge of industry and regulatory standards, policies, and compliance requirements.
Knowledge or experience in aerospace, electrical, or mechanical systems
Understands the safety and environmental implications of architecture decisions required for aerospace applications.
Ability to work closely with internal and external customers at engineering and management levels with minimum supervision
Experience presenting technical plans or speaking on technical topics to project teams, customers or other groups as required
Adhere to safe work practices and contributes to the evolution of the health, safety, and environmental program and culture
Knowledge or experience with one or more of the following areas: electrical, software, mechanical, or electronic system design, analysis and qualification.
Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) using tools such as Cameo or equivalents.
Proficiency in using a requirement management software tool (such as DOORS) for requirements capture and management.
Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes ing principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
Strong understanding of system engineering development processes, such as ARP 4754 or IEEE 632.
Knowledge or experience with Matlab/Simulink/Simscape and their application to system modeling, performance, and design, preferred.
Experience with DO-160, ARP4761, and MIL-STD-810 preferred.
Familiar with Advance Product Quality Planning is a plus but not required.

Education/Experience

Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, aerospace, electrical, engineering technology, manufacturing, industrial, mechanical, or systems engineering.

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0-2 years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience.

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Travel Specificity

Potential travel between Irvine, California and other locations up to 25%.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to remain in a stationary position and occasionally move about the office and laboratory. Constantly operates and uses a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a copier/printer and laboratory machinery. The ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information. The ability to observe, identify and assess details at close range (within a few feet of the observer). Occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds across the office for various needs.

Work Environment

The work environment is split between office & laboratory work, with most work being performed in the office. The noise level in the office is typically quiet while the noise level in the lab can occasionally require hearing

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