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Aircraft Integration Engineer Jobs in California

Responsibilities Aircraft System Integration * Support the integration, installation, testing, and certification of IFEC systems on commercial aircraft. * Provide on-site engineering support to ...

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What is the difference between Aircraft Integration Engineer vs Aircraft Systems Engineer?

AspectAircraft Integration EngineerAircraft Systems Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's in aerospace, electrical, or mechanical engineering; certifications varyBachelor's in aerospace, electrical, or mechanical engineering; certifications vary
Work EnvironmentDesign, test, and integrate aircraft systems during development and productionDesign, analyze, and improve aircraft systems throughout the lifecycle
Industry UsagePrimarily in aircraft manufacturing and integration projectsUsed across aircraft design, testing, and maintenance sectors
Common Search/ComparisonOften compared due to overlapping responsibilities in aircraft system integration

Aircraft Integration Engineers focus on integrating various aircraft systems during development, ensuring compatibility and functionality. Aircraft Systems Engineers work on designing, analyzing, and maintaining aircraft systems throughout their lifecycle. While both roles require similar credentials and work in related environments, their primary responsibilities differ—one emphasizes integration during production, the other emphasizes system design and maintenance.

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Infographic showing various Aircraft Integration Engineer job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 5% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution.

Senior Aircraft Integration Engineer

JetZero

Mojave, CA

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 15 days ago


Job description

JetZero is seeking an experienced Senior Aircraft Integration Engineer to support JetZero's build and integration efforts at Mojave Air and Space Port. This position will accomplish JetZero's integration of systems and subsystems alongside the manufacturing efforts of Scaled Composites. Aircraft Integration Engineers, including Senior level, will support development of work instructions and provide the on-site technical direction for in-process build and integration efforts in Mojave. Duties include shop coordination of weekly tasking with Scaled Composites, as well as overall management of JetZero's onsite team execution. Other on-site duties include development of JetZero processes and procedures and coordination with JetZero's off-site functional managers. Senior Aircraft Integration Engineer will also assist in leading the Aircraft Integration Engineering team.

What You'll Do:

  • Under the direction of JetZero's Build Manager, support development and refinement of work instructions necessary to effectively integrate systems and subsystems into the Demonstrator airframe.
  • In coordination with the Demonstrator Chief Engineer, provide on-site adjudication of deviations from technical specifications and work instructions.
  • Coordinate near, mid, and long-term tasking with JetZero's Systems Integration Manager and the airframe manufacturer (Scaled Composites, LLC) in the airframe manufacturer's facility.
  • Coordinate materials procurement, logistics, and usage, ensuring efficient operations.
  • Collaborate closely with JetZero's and Scaled's engineering teams.
  • Help coordinate Aircraft Integration Engineering team priorities and tasking.
  • Assist in developing procedure and process documentation.
  • Prepare and deliver weekly status reports, as directed.

What You Bring:

    • 10 years of experience in aerospace manufacturing and/or R&D.
    • Strong experience with safety and quality management.
    • Ability to operate effectively in a fast-moving development program with evolving processes and procedures.
    • Experience with prototyping and/or experimental testing (desired). 
    • Experience working "hands on" (desired).
    • Knowledgeable on manufacturing processes.
    • Strong writing and communication skills.
    • Experience with Siemens NX/Teamcenter
    • Bachelor's degree in engineering.
    • Experience with composite aircraft manufacturing (desired).
    • Experience with leading a team (desired).
Compensation: 

Our compensation package is a blend of base salary and equity options for eligible employees. The range for this role is $120,000 to $150,000. We consider a number of factors when presenting a final offer, including geography, internal equity and years of experience and expertise.  

Benefits 
  • Unlimited PTO 
  • 10 paid holidays 
  • 401(k) 
  • Medical, Dental, Vision insurance 
  • Disability Insurance 
  • Life Insurance 
  • Equity tax advisory services 
  • Supportive work cultureÂ