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Director Engineering Jobs in Rancho Cucamonga, CA

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Director of Engineering

Riverside, CA

The Director of Engineering is responsible for the overall management, operation, maintenance, repair, and safety of all physical assets and building systems at The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa. This ...

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Lead, Systems Engineering

Yorba Linda, CA · Hybrid

$127K - $236K/yr

Lead, Systems Engineering Job Number: 40407 Job Location: Yorba Linda, CA Job Schedule: 4/10: ... Works to achieve operational targets with direct impact on the departmental results. Work consists ...

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Director Biomedical Engineering

Corona, CA · On-site

$100K - $150K/yr

Biomedical Engineering Director - Corona Regional Medical Center located in Corona, Ca Manager - Biomedical Engineering The UHS HTM Manager is accountable for the UHS Healthcare Technology Management ...

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As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for director engineering in Rancho Cucamonga, CA is $198,977.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $144,600.00 and $258,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.
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Infographic showing various Director Engineering job openings in Rancho Cucamonga, CA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 87% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $198,977 per year, or $95.7 per hour.

Director of Engineering

Karman Space & Defense

Brea, CA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 21 days ago

Karman Space & Defense rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 10 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

37th of 72 rated aerospace companies

Job description

Job Summary:
Karman Space & Defense is a company that provides concept-to-production solutions for mission-critical systems. They are seeking a Director of Engineering to lead the strategic development and implementation of advanced manufacturing processes while fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration across multi-disciplinary teams.
Responsibilities:
• Lead process advancement in machining, welding, and assembly forming technologies.
• Experience with CATIA software for Aerospace design and manufacturing.
• Develop and implement robust process controls and new manufacturing methods aligned with customer and business needs.
• Oversee tooling design, machine programming, and process optimization efforts.
• Advance engineering data business systems to support technical insight, process integration, and productivity improvements.
• Supervise cross-functional engineering teams and program staff, ensuring appropriate skill alignment and workload balance.
• Provide leadership in personnel development, mentoring, and performance management.
• Coordinate staffing and execution of project plans including cost, schedule, and technical goals.
• Own program-level results and execution standards across engineering and manufacturing interface.
• Support business development by aligning engineering capabilities with new customer opportunities.
• Develop proposals and strategic plans for technology upgrades and capability expansion.
• Drive cross-site collaboration and standardization in tooling, processes, and documentation.
• Interface with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment on goals, milestones, and deliverables.
Qualifications:
Required:
• B.S. in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Manufacturing Engineering (or related field)
• 10+ years of experience in aerospace or defense manufacturing
• 5+ years in a leadership or engineering management role
• Demonstrated success managing complex technical programs and cross-functional teams
• Expertise in machining, CNC programming, tool design, and related technologies
• Experience with ERP and advanced business systems
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• U.S. citizenship required
• Ability to obtain a DoD SECRET clearance
Preferred:
• M.S. in Engineering or Management
Company:
Karman Space & Defense offers production solutions for hypersonics, spacecraft, launch vehicles, missiles, and integrated defense systems. Founded in 2021, the company is headquartered in Huntington Beach, USA, with a team of 1001-5000 employees. The company is currently Late Stage.

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