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Contractual Engine Design Engineer Jobs in California

Vast

Turbomachinery Engineer II

Hawthorne, CA

You will be a key member who will help complete the flight engine design and transition the system ... Design: work with our team and Chief Engineer to advance the design of E-2. Create models and ...

Roblox

Design Engineer

San Mateo, CA · On-site

As a Design Engineer on the Design Acceleration team, you'll be an individual contributor focused ... game-engine UI architecture. * (Nice to have) Experience with ASTs (Abstract Syntax Trees ...

Banks Power

Mechanical Design Engineer

Azusa, CA · On-site

$80K - $120K/yr

Company Description Banks are engine people. In a world of companies making disparate parts, Banks engineers the entire engine, not just high performance parts. The proof of Banks' expertise is its ...

GKN Aerospace Careers

Design Engineer

Garden Grove, CA

$91K - $113K/yr

... engine manufacturers and achieved sales of 3.6bn in 2025. There are no limits to where you can take ... The Design Engineer works closely with cross-functional teams to ensure designs meet customer ...

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Judge Group, Inc.

Design Engineer

Palmdale, CA · On-site

$80 - $105/hr

Design Engineer Location: Palmdale, CA About the Role This role is responsible for hardware ... Familiarity with jet engine integration, service, or maintenance. Experience with wire harness and ...

GKN Aerospace

Design Engineer

Garden Grove, CA · On-site

$91K - $113K/yr

... engine manufacturers and achieved sales of £3.6bn in 2025. There are no limits to where you can ... The Design Engineer works closely with cross-functional teams to ensure designs meet customer ...

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Vast

Combustion Devices Engineer II

Hawthorne, CA · On-site

You will be a key member who will help complete the flight engine design and transition the system ... Design: work with our team and Chief Engineer to advance the design of E-2. Create models and ...

Chipton Ross

Design Engineer

Palmdale, CA · On-site

$110/hr

Reviews engineering models and technical drawings for producibility. Identifies design errors ... Jet engine integration, service and maintenance familiarity * Wire harness and interconnect ...

Roblox

Design Engineer

San Mateo, CA · On-site

$163K - $202K/yr

As a Design Engineer on the Design Acceleration team, you'll be an individual contributor focused ... game-engine UI architecture. * (Nice to have) Experience with ASTs (Abstract Syntax Trees ...

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What is the difference between Contractual Engine Design Engineer vs Mechanical Design Engineer?

AspectContractual Engine Design EngineerMechanical Design Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, relevant certificationsBachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, relevant certifications
Work EnvironmentEngine manufacturing, automotive, aerospace industriesProduct development, manufacturing, industrial sectors
Employer & Industry UsageEngine suppliers, automotive companies, aerospace firmsManufacturers, design consultancies, industrial firms
Comparison Search IntentDesigning engines under contractual agreementsGeneral mechanical product design

Contractual Engine Design Engineers focus on designing engines within contractual projects, often for specific clients or industries like automotive or aerospace. Mechanical Design Engineers have a broader scope, working on various mechanical products across multiple sectors. While both roles require similar qualifications, their work environments and project focus differ significantly.

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Senior Propulsion Design Engineer (Deneb)

Senior Propulsion Design Engineer (Deneb)

Impulse Space

Redondo Beach, CA • On-site

$140K - $180K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

Senior Propulsion Design Engineer (Deneb)
Department: Propulsion
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Redondo Beach
Reporting To: Julia Vyborny, Director of Propulsion
Compensation: $140,000 - $180,000 / year
Description
Impulse is looking for an experienced design engineer who will contribute to the critical development of Deneb, a ~15,000 lb thrust, ox-rich combustion engine, that will fly on Helios, a high-energy kick stage designed to deliver satellites & payloads to high-energy orbits, the Moon, Mars, and beyond.
As a Sr. Propulsion Design Engineer, you will own all aspects of the propulsion system and components of Deneb, from concept to product realization, while working with a fast-paced, agile team.
Responsibilities
  • Own all aspects of engine design from concept to product realization
  • Design propulsion engine components and layout
  • Generate detailed CAD models and manufacturing drawings
  • Perform fluid, thermal, and structural analysis as required
  • Work with internal and external sources to procure materials, fabricate parts, and complete assemblies
  • Resolve technical issues with innovative and resourceful solutions

Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field
  • 5+ years of experience with flight propulsion components including high-pressure, and high-performance applications
  • 5+ years of hands-on experience working with fluid, electrical and mechanical systems
  • Proficiency in creating engineering drawings and 3D CAD models with GD&T (ASME Y14.5)
  • Demonstrated ability in requirements definition, conceptual design, procurement, fabrication, assembly and testing of hardware

Preferred Skills and Experience
  • Experience designing and delivering high reliability, high performance hardware
  • Experience designing and manufacturing additive hardware
  • Experience with in-space propulsion components
  • Experience with Siemens NX
  • Strong project management skills and effective communication of technical concepts across multi-disciplinary teams
  • Experience in a startup or agile development environment

Additional Information:
Compensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities and internal equity. In addition to base salary, for full-time hires, you may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of stock options, and access to medical, vision & dental coverage as well as access to a 401(k) retirement plan.
Impulse Space's spacecraft manufacturing business is subject to U.S. export regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR). This position requires applicants to be either U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent U.S. resident (green card holder), an individual granted asylum in the U.S., or an individual admitted in U.S. refugee status) or persons eligible to obtain an export license from the U.S. Departments of State, Commerce, or other applicable U.S. government agencies. Learn more about the ITAR here.
Impulse Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Impulse Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

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