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AEROSPACE ENGINEER
Naval Air Systems Command
Tinker AFB, OK · Fort Worth, TX · Jacksonville, FL
- $125,776 to $163,514 USD / year
When the application process is complete, we will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement. You will be rated…
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Tooling Engineer
GPAC
Canton, OH
- $80,000 to $105,000 USD / year
…serving the heavy-duty truck, off-road construction, marine, and aerospace industries. We are looking for an experienced Tooling Engineer to drive tooling design, process improvement, and…
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Tooling Engineer
GPAC
Columbus, OH
- $80,000 to $105,000 USD / year
We are looking for an experienced Tooling Engineer to drive tooling design, process improvement, and manufacturing excellence across our operations.
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Tooling Engineer
GPAC
Bay Village, OH
- $80,000 to $105,000 USD / year
…serving the heavy-duty truck, off-road construction, marine, and aerospace industries. We are looking for an experienced Tooling Engineer to drive tooling design, process improvement, and…
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Live Fire Structures Test & Evaluation Engineer (Associate, Experienced or Senior)
The Boeing Company
Berkeley, MO
Boeing is seeking a Live Fire Structures Test & Evaluation Engineer (Associate, Experienced or Senior) , to work in the Structures and Mechanical Test (STR) capability as part of the…
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Prin. Engineer, Mech Design (Onsite)
RTX
United States
At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our…
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5th Gen CSE DR/EI Process Focal
RTX
United States
We are seeking a Customer Support Engineer to serve as the Engineering Investigation (EI) / Deficiency Report (DR) Process Focal Lead. This role enables consistent, timely, and compliant…
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Thin Film Engineer
Keysight Technologies, Inc.
Santa Rosa, CA
…solutions in communications, 5G, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets for customers in over 100 countries. Learn more about what we…
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Space Electronics Packaging and Mechanical Product Design and Analysis Engineer (Associate)
The Boeing Company
El Segundo, CA
…Electronics Packaging and Mechanical Product Design and Analysis Engineer (Level 2) to join us as part of our Electronics Packaging and Mechanical Product Design Team located in El Segundo,…
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Space Electronics Packaging and Mechanical Product Design and Analysis Engineer (Subject Matter Expert)
The Boeing Company
El Segundo, CA
…Electronics Packaging and Mechanical Product Design and Analysis Engineer (Level 4) to join us as part of our Electronics Packaging and Mechanical Product Design Team located in El Segundo,…
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Space Electronics Packaging and Mechanical Product Design and Analysis Engineer (Associate or Mid-level)
The Boeing Company
El Segundo, CA
…Electronics Packaging and Mechanical Product Design and Analysis Engineer (Level 2 or 3) to join us as part of our Electronics Packaging and Mechanical Product Design Team located in El…
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Consulting Engineer, Ingestion
GE Aerospace
Evendale, OH
As a Consulting Engineer in Ingestion, you will serve as the highest technical authority across a product domain spanning aerospace class engines from small turboprops to the largest…
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Process Engineer - Machining
Component Repair Technologies
Mentor, OH
The Machining Process Engineer is specifically focused on the machining processes including Turning, Milling, and Grinding, both Manual and CNC. Leads continuous improvement projects to…
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Software Engineer III
PARKER HANNIFIN CORPORATION
Akron, OH
Position Summary Employer: Meggitt Aircraft Braking Systems Corporation Job Title: Engineer 3- Verification Job Location: 1204 Massillon Road, Akron, OH 44306 SCHEDULE: 40 hours per week,…
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Supplier Quality Engineer - Airfoil Castings
GE Aerospace
Cincinnati, OH · Evendale, OH · E Cleveland, OH · West Chester, OH
Are you ready to see your future take flight? At GE Aerospace, we are advancing aviation technologies for today and tomorrow. Your work will contribute to the production of advanced jet…
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Sentinel - Principal / Sr Principal Systems Engineer - 19242*
CORP-Corporate Office
United States
Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer/Sr. Principal Systems Engineer. This opening is in Roy, UT and will support the Sentinel Program. Northrop Grumman…
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EMI/C Systems Engineer - Level 5
CORP-Corporate Office
United States
The EMI/C Systems Engineer will be responsible for the complete compliance process from components to systems level, including EMI/C testing/designing, technical, cost, and schedule…
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EMI/C Systems Engineer - Level 3 or 4 (AHT)
CORP-Corporate Office
United States
The EMI/C Systems Engineer will be responsible for the complete compliance process from components to systems level, including EMI/C testing/designing, technical, cost, and schedule…
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Hypersonic Wind Tunnel Lead Engineer
Jobgether
Remote, United States
We are seeking an experienced Hypersonic Wind Tunnel Lead Engineer to provide technical leadership and oversight for the development, integration, and operation of advanced aerospace test…
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RF Engineer Sr Principal
GD Information Technology, Inc.
United States
GDIT is seeking a Sr. Principal RF/Spectrum Systems Engineer to support Counter Unmanned Aircraft Systems (CUAS) engineering for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). In this…
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Software Systems Quality Engineer onsite Tucson, AZ
RTX Corporation
tucson, AZ
At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our…
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Software Engineer I (5668)
Honeywell
Kansas City, MO
Performs software design, coding, debugging, testing, and troubleshooting throughout the application development process.
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Sr Chemical Engineer (5726)
Honeywell
Kansas City, MO
Leads the design and/or project/process management of new and current products, programs, components, tools, and acceptance equipment.
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Sr. Manufacturing Engineer
Astrion
Cape Canaveral, FL
Aerospace quality or manufacturing engineering, military reuse space program processes, reuse launch vehicle hardware, or FAA flight maintenance reuse programs.
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Avionics Test Engineer I- Onsite
RTX Corporation
annapolis, MD
Are you ready to explore the world of aerospace and defense? Do you want to learn from and collaborate with some of the greatest minds in the industry? At RTX, our internships, co-ops and…

Actalent

Payload Engineer

Costa Mesa, CA, United States

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $70.00 - $96.00/hr.

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Pay: Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $70.00 - $96.00/hr.
Experience: 7+ years of mechanical design experience.
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 4, 2026

Original job description

Job Title: Payload EngineerJob DescriptionThe Payload Engineer will take ownership of the mechanical design and integration of payload hardware for the Next Gen XXLUV. The role involves designing payload housings, mounting structures, and mechanical interfaces for proprietary and third-party payloads, considering tight constraints on pressure, volume, mass, and center-of-gravity. The engineer will develop drawings and Interface Control Documents (ICDs), and support prototype builds, integration testing, and at-sea validation.

Responsibilities

Own the mechanical design and integration of payload hardware for the Next Gen XXLUV.
Design payload housings, mounting structures, and mechanical interfaces under tight constraints.
Develop drawings and ICDs.
Support prototype builds, integration testing, and at-sea validation.

Essential Skills

7+ years of mechanical design experience.
Strong 3D CAD experience with SolidWorks, NX, Creo, CATIA, or comparable software.
Experience designing and releasing mechanical hardware into fabrication.
Strong knowledge of GD&T, drawings, and tolerance stackup.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience in payload mechanical integration.
Knowledge of pressure housings and pressure-rated enclosures.
Experience with sealed/environmentally protected enclosures.
Familiarity with AUV/UUV, submarine, or subsea experience.
Understanding of aerospace/spacecraft payload integration.
Ability to manage mass, volume, and center-of-gravity.
Knowledge of O-rings, penetrators, and underwater connectors.
Experience with Interface Control Documents (ICDs).
Familiarity with FEA / structural analysis.
Experience with prototype build and integration testing.

Work EnvironmentThis is a very hands-on mechanical design and integration role, requiring the engineer to work from concept and CAD through prototype hardware, integration testing, and field/at-sea validation. The position supports the development of a new clean-sheet large autonomous underwater vehicle program and is based in Santa Ana, CA at a Proto-Factory. The role requires onsite presence 5 days a week, with potential flexibility to be clarified during recruitment. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Costa Mesa, CA. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $70.00 - $96.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Costa Mesa, CA. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 18, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Costa Mesa,CA.About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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