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Principal Software Engineer
Disney Entertainment & Sports LLC
Glendale, CA
- $191,300 to $256,500 USD / year
Content Platforms & Operations is responsible for the development and ongoing advancement of the technical and operational functions driving the worldwide distribution and monetization of…
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Lead Quality Engineer, Test Automation & AI Products
Insight Global
Louisville-Jefferson County, KY
- From $62 USD / hour
Daily Responsibilities: A large healthcare organization is looking for a Lead Quality Engineer to lead quality engineering and test automation across its healthcare and AI products,…
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Principal Platform AI Engineer, Healthcare Agentic AI
Insight Global
Louisville-Jefferson County, KY
- From $86 USD / hour
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Intelligent Automation Engineer
Insight Global
Louisville-Jefferson County, KY
- From $65 USD / hour
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Software Engineer in Test (Python)
Hitachi Global
San Jose, CA
Design, develop, and maintain automated test suites for fleet hypervisor upgrade services, APIs, and CLI tools using Pytest and Python framework.
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Associate Systems Engineer, V&V
Insulet Corporation
MA
- $66,500 to $99,800 USD / year
…innovative medical technology. As an Associate Systems V&V Engineer, you will contribute to the development of products that patients rely on every day, working alongside cross-functional…
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End User Support Engineer
Infosys
United States
⦁ Assist in execution of test cases based on guidance and test plans, to meet functional requirements
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Applications Software Engineer - Industrial Automation
Eurofins
Houston, TX
Eurofins Food & Feed Testing is seeking an Applications Software Engineer - Industrial Automation to design, develop, and maintain software solutions for custom laboratory automation and…
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Embedded Software Engineer - Aerospace
Genova Technologies
Cedar Rapids, IA
This team member will support a development team working on a ground-based aerospace navigation system. Each engineer will work within an Agile/Scrum team to develop, test, and validate…
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Generation Project Manager - Surry Nuclear Projects
Dominion Energy
SURRY, VA
…supports specific phases of major projects including business development support, site development, permitting support (air, water, state, local, etc.), scope development, major contract…
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Embedded Software Engineer
Actalent
North Reading, MA
- $75 to $85 USD / hour
…safety-critical robotics applications. You will support the development and evolution of the Autonomy Test Cube (ATC) and related autonomous robotics platforms, contributing to multiple…
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Structural Engineer
Actalent
Brighton, MA
- $85,000 to $105,000 USD / year
Job Title: Structural EngineerJob DescriptionAs a Structural Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, detailing, modeling both analytically and graphically, and coordinating with…
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Senior Mechanical Engineer
Actalent
Norwood, MA
Job DescriptionLead the mechanical design and development of complex electromechanical products from concept through production launch. Design and develop mechanisms, structures, test…
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Systems Engineer - Space And EO/IR Sensor Systems
Actalent
Acton, MA
- $150,000 to $200,000 USD / year
We are seeking an experienced Systems Engineer to support the development, integration, testing, and deployment of advanced space-based Electro-Optical/Infrared (EO/IR) sensor and payload…
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Mechanical Engineer
Actalent
Nashua, NH
Principal Mechanical EngineerJob DescriptionWe are seeking a highly motivated Principal Mechanical Engineer to provide technical leadership in the design, development, analysis, and…
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Electrical Engineer
Actalent
Sunnyvale, CA
- $105 USD / hour
Job Title: Electrical EngineerJob DescriptionThe primary role of an Electrical Engineer is to design, develop, test, and oversee the manufacturing and installation of electrical equipment,…
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Design Verification Engineer
Actalent
Santa Clara, CA
- $150,000 to $250,000 USD / year
We are seeking Design Verification Engineers to support the development of an advanced, high-performance SoC platform. This role will work across architecture, RTL, software, and systems…
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Electronics Test Engineer
Actalent
Merritt Island, FL
- $36 to $43 USD / hour
Job Title: Integration and Test EngineerJob DescriptionThe Integration and Test Engineer defines, documents, analyzes, performs, and interprets tests for products, systems, components, and…
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Structural Engineer
Actalent
Redondo Beach, CA
Support the design, development, and production of advanced spaceborne electro-optical sensor payloads.
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Structural Engineer
Actalent
Pasadena, CA
Support the design, development, and production of advanced spaceborne electro-optical sensor payloads.
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Substation Engineer
Actalent
Phoenix, AZ
- $55 to $85 USD / hour
Job Title: Substation Project Engineer / ManagerJob DescriptionThis role leads and executes substation engineering projects of varying sizes and complexity, from initial scope and proposal…
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Controls Engineer
Actalent
Sparta, TN
- $50 to $67 USD / hour
Job Title: Controls / Manufacturing EngineerJob DescriptionThe Controls / Manufacturing Engineer develops, improves, troubleshoots, and maintains manufacturing processes, automated…
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Structural Engineer - NASTRAN
Actalent
Huntsville, AL
We are seeking an experienced Opto-Mechanical Structural Engineer/Analyst to support the design, development, analysis, and production of advanced spaceborne electro-optical sensor…
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IT - Software Engineer III
Bozzuto's, Inc.
Cheshire, CT
The Software Engineer III will design, develop, modify, and implement software solutions to support business operations within a fast-paced distribution center. This role involves…
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Materials and Processes Test Engineer (Associate or Experienced)
The Boeing Company
Huntsville, AL
Boeing is seeking a Materials and Processes Test Engineer to join our team in Huntsville, AL.

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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.

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