Top 54 Aerospace engineers Jobs in Santa Maria, Ca

VSFB Site Director - Director Engineering 1
Northrop Grumman —Vandenberg AFB, CA
- $242,100 - $363,100 a year
- Overtime
- 5 years
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
2d
Fluids Launch Engineer I
Firefly Aerospace —Vandenberg AFB, CA
- Full-time
- Entry level
- Commercial
- Under 1 year
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Mechanical Engineer
Cimarron Software —Vandenberg AFB, CA
- $140,000 - $180,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- 6 years
- Schematics
- Data analysis skills
- Health savings account
- Relocation assistance
1d
Systems Engineer Jr.
AeroVironment —Vandenberg AFB, CA
- $74,500 - $113,500 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Computer Science
- Windows
- Driver's License
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
3d
Propulsion and Fluids Systems Engineer
Cimarron Software —Vandenberg AFB, CA
- $140,000 - $180,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Data analysis skills
- System design
- Mid-level
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
1d
Launch Engineer 1 (Mechanical Systems)
Firefly Aerospace —Vandenberg AFB, CA
- Weekends as needed
- Entry level
- Commercial
- Under 1 year
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Military Service - U.S. Air Force, Developmental Engineer
Military Service - U.S. Air Force —Santa Maria, CA
- From $57,088.25 a year
- Full-time
- Engineering
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Health insurance
Flight Dynamicist
Leidos —California
- $107,900 - $195,050 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- System design
- 8 years
- Analysis skills
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Associate Mechanical Engineer
Empirical Systems Aerospace, Inc. —San Luis Obispo, CA
- $80,000 - $95,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- Writing skills
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Staff Aero-Mechanical Engineer
Redwire Defense Tech —San Luis Obispo, CA
- $150,000 - $184,000 a year
- Full-time
- 7 years
- Office
- Master's degree
- Health savings account
- Employee stock purchase plan
2d
Launch Base Infrastructure Systems Engineer
The Aerospace Corporation —Vandenberg AFB, CA
- $151,300 - $226,900 a year
- Full-time
- Travel
- In-person
- Senior level
- Paid holidays
- Relocation assistance
Launch Engineer, Fluid Systems (Launch Pad)
SpaceX —Vandenberg AFB, CA
- $100,000 - $135,000 a year
- Extended hours
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
- Paid parental leave
- Employee stock purchase plan
Systems Engineer
Empirical Systems Aerospace, Inc. —San Luis Obispo, CA
- $90,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- Mid-level
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Electrical/Mechanical/Systems/Facilities Engineer (TS/SCI)
CPMC LLC —Lompoc, CA
- $200,000 - $220,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Engineering
- Assembly
Senior Principal Systems Engineer
SAIC —Santa Maria, CA
- $160,001 - $200,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Engineering
- 11+ years
6d
Principal Integration Engineer
SAIC —Santa Maria, CA
- $120,001 - $160,000 a year
- Full-time
- Schematics
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
3d
Associate Electrical Engineer, EWIS
Redwire Defense Tech —San Luis Obispo, CA
- $94,000 - $107,000 a year
- Full-time
- System design
- Office
- Analysis skills
- Health savings account
- Employee stock purchase plan
Flight Controls Engineer
Empirical Systems Aerospace, Inc. —San Luis Obispo, CA
- $90,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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2d
Senior Staff Aero-Mechanical Engineer
Redwire Defense Tech —San Luis Obispo, CA
- $189,000 - $226,000 a year
- Full-time
- 11+ years
- Office
- Master's degree
- Health savings account
- Employee stock purchase plan
2d
Launch Engineer- Mechanical Systems III
Firefly Aerospace —Vandenberg AFB, CA
- Weekends as needed
- 6 years
- Senior level
- Commercial
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VSFB Site Director - Director Engineering 1

Northrop Grumman -
Vandenberg AFB, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$242,100 - $363,100 a year
2 days ago

Benefits

Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Relocation assistance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Employee discount
Life insurance

Qualifications

Cost management
Testing phase management
Schedule management
Managing projects
Earned value management
Project risk management
General management
Operations planning

Full Job Description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the Time

Description

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Site Director – Director Engineering 1 located at Vandenberg SFB site for the Sentinel Program (upgrade and replacement of the land segment of our nation’s nuclear triad). This position will lead all Flight Test Activity as well as perform as Northrop’s executive site lead. This position has significant senior leadership contact and will require a candidate with strong leadership and decision-making skills with the ability to perform, adapt and lead through change.

Flight Test Director Roles and Responsibilities include:

Direct and oversee the planning and execution of all aspects of Sentinel missile test launches, working collaboratively with the Missile Test Director and Command Systems Test Lead.
Direct and manage relations with USG Range personnel and oversee the process for Range Safety certification.
Direct and oversee the work of a team of 60-100 (geographically dispersed) professionals within a Functional Homeroom (FHR) structure (test & development & network (NW) engineers, technicians, test conductors, project managers).
Oversee development and fielding of a test NW, Launch Support System (LSS), test flight instrumentation, flight analysis tools.

Be knowledgeable and authoritative on all aspects of flight test and launch operations.
Provide tactical and strategic leadership for System Test Integrated Product Team (IPT) to include scope of EMD DT&E and IOT&E flight tests.
Direct and oversee development and delivery/installation of select support systems.
Establish milestones and monitor adherence to master plans and schedules. Identify problems and develop solutions (such as allocation of resources or changing requirements).
Oversee and ensure effective Earned Value Management (EVM).
Proactively identify trends, risks, and opportunities within the organization and develop solutions in partnership with peers, division, matrix & executive leadership.

Be an effective communicator across program teams, functions, and NG/customer leadership.
Staff, plan, and effectively manage for a fast-paced test program that may see 3-4 test launches per year.
Exhibit a sense of urgency, ownership, and accountability in managing complex technical programs, ensuring that engineering processes deliver measurable business and programmatic outcomes.

Function as the primary spokesperson for the program to VSFB customer.
Lead the site leadership team.
Form and maintain a positive site culture.
Be the executive “face” of the program at VSFB - Authoritatively speak to and positively represent NG and the Sentinel Program to our customer. Host visits, demonstrations and tours.
Understand and positively influence USG site & space use decisions.

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Defense Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:

Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
401k
Educational Assistance
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
Paid Time Off
Health & Wellness Resources
Employee Discounts

This positions standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off. This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.

You’ll Bring These Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree with 10 years of experience; OR a Master’s Degree with 8 years of experience
Must have an active U.S. Government Secret security within scope, with an ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP)
Demonstrated experience with flight test for ICBMs, missiles, or aircraft.
5 years of program management experience or experience with Profit and Loss responsibility
Experience managing people
Experience in planning and program operations knowledge addressing cost, schedule, and technical performance, including earned value and risk and opportunity management.

These Qualifications Would be Nice to Have:

Active U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance .
Advanced Degrees in science, engineering or relevant acumen.
Demonstrated customer relationship management experience.
Demonstrated experience in managing or directing a test program or test program elements.

Primary Level Salary Range: $242,100.00 - $363,100.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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