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General Atomics

Engineer V

San Diego, CA · On-site

$105K - $189K/yr

Candidate should be familiar with structural design and fabrication of lightweight structures and vibration testing of those systems. May function in an advisory or project leadership role providing ...

K2 Space

Senior Power Electronics Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$160K - $210K/yr

Qualify your designs through environmental testing including vibration, shock, thermal, and thermal vacuum testing * Work with partners/customers to define interfaces between the power system and ...

K2 Space

Power Electronics Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$105K - $200K/yr

Qualify your designs through environmental testing including vibration, shock, thermal, and thermal vacuum testing * Work with partners/customers to define interfaces between the power system and ...

ABM Industries, Inc.

Vibration Specialist

Pasadena, CA · On-site

$52.99/hr

This role uses tools like vibration analysis, thermography, and ultrasonic testing to monitor mechanical and electrical systems, requiring at least 3 years of hands-on predictive maintenance ...

Apar Technologies

Reliability Engineer

Cupertino, CA · On-site

$126K - $159K/yr

Experience performing reliability testing including Mechanical Stress Tests, Shock/Drop/Vibration Testing, Environmental Testing * Knowledge of industry test Standards (JEDEC, ASTM, IEEE)

Form Energy

Test Engineer II

Berkeley, CA · On-site

$97K - $121K/yr

In this position, you will work closely with mechanical and structural design teams to develop custom vibration fixtures and testing campaigns for our iron-air battery systems. You will collaborate ...

Raytheon Technologies

Senior Systems Engineer

Goleta, CA · On-site

$112K - $154K/yr

Plan and conduct hardware tests, including vibration, mechanical shock, thermal, altitude, humidity, and structural testing, along with dynamic and thermal data analysis. * Coordinate test fixture ...

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As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for vibration testing in California is $35.90, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.66 and $42.69 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is vibration testing?

A Vibration Testing job involves assessing how products, components, or structures respond to mechanical vibrations. This process helps ensure durability, reliability, and compliance with industry standards. Professionals in this field use specialized equipment like vibration tables and accelerometers to simulate real-world conditions. They analyze data to identify potential weaknesses and improve product design. This role is common in industries such as aerospace, automotive, and electronics.

What does vibration testing involve?

Vibration Testing professionals are responsible for setting up and performing tests on machinery or components to measure and analyze vibration levels. A typical day may involve preparing test equipment, collecting and interpreting data, troubleshooting issues, and compiling detailed reports for engineering or maintenance teams. Collaboration is common, as you'll often work closely with design engineers, reliability specialists, or maintenance personnel to diagnose problems or validate product performance. Depending on the industry and company, you may conduct tests both in laboratory settings and in the field. This diverse workload offers hands-on technical experience and regular opportunities to develop expertise in advanced diagnostic technologies.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed for vibration testing?

To thrive in Vibration Testing, you need a strong background in mechanical or electrical engineering, a solid understanding of vibration analysis, and hands-on experience performing vibration measurements. Familiarity with data acquisition systems, accelerometers, vibration analyzers, and certifications such as Certified Vibration Analyst (ISO or ASNT) are highly valuable. Attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and the ability to communicate technical findings concisely will help you excel in this role. These skills ensure accurate data collection, effective troubleshooting, and clear reporting, all of which are crucial for equipment reliability and safety.

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Infographic showing various Vibration Testing job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 88% Full Time, 8% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 87% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $74,675 per year, or $35.9 per hour.

Engineer V

General Atomics

San Diego, CA • On-site

$105K - $189K/yr

Full-time

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Company rating: 9.0 out of 10

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11th of 72 rated aerospace companies

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Job Summary
General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) designs and manufactures first-of-a-kind electromagnetic and electric power generation systems. GA-EMS' expanding portfolio of specialized products and integrated system solutions support critical fleet, space systems and satellites, missile defense, power and energy, and process and monitoring applications for defense, industrial, and commercial customers worldwide.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Structural Analyst in Rancho Bernardo, CA. The ideal candidate would be an experienced mechanical engineer with a strong background in structural FEA simulations including STOP, dynamic, and statics for broad range of applications. Candidate should be familiar with structural design and fabrication of lightweight structures and vibration testing of those systems. May function in an advisory or project leadership role providing direction to less experienced professional staff.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Provides design and structural analysis support for lasers, advanced sensors, nuclear and nuclear thermal propulsion, electronics, electric motors, battery systems, space payloads and satellite systems.
  • Provides practical solutions and insight into problems related to high performance systems.
  • Supports cross-functional teams to integrate various design elements into a cohesive product, ensuring alignment with project objectives and customer requirements.
  • Addresses complex and difficult technical issues requiring highly creative approaches, drawing on advanced engineering concepts.
  • Documents findings and communicates reports and technical presentations at engineering meetings and participates in program reviews.
  • Provides technical communication within the company management and may represent the company as a technical contact to customers.
  • Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
  • Works in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
Job Qualifications
  • Typically requires a bachelors degree, masters degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience as follows; nine or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, seven or more years of experience with a masters degree, or four or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
  • Demonstrated expertise and application of engineering principles, concepts, theory, and practice in the field of structural analysis, including modal statics, dynamics, and STOP. Experience with closed form (by-hand) calculations is required.
  • Proficient at FEA simulation software including NASTRAN, FEMAP, ANSYS Workbench, SIGFIT or other similar tools to perform modal, static, vibration and STOP analysis is required.
  • Experience with vibration testing (Modal, Random, Sine, Shock) is highly desired.
  • Experience with programing custom tools (Matlab, VB, Python, or similar) to support post processing is preferred.
  • Experience with conceptual design and detailed analysis of mechanical solutions for a variety of real-world environments is desired.
  • Ideal candidate has mechanical design experience using CAD tools (Solidworks, NX, ProE) and experience with optical systems.
  • Must be able to effectively communicate engineering issues, solutions, and analysis results verbally to audiences with varying technical depth and experience.
  • Must be able to effectively document and present designs, analysis and/or test results in the form of briefing packages, drawings, documents and reports.
  • Must be able to understand and apply new concepts quickly and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance is required

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General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world's leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies.

Industry

Space research administration

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

San Diego, CA, US

Year founded

1955

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