aerospace jobs in San Diego

Shield AI seeks a Senior Engineer to design, develop, and integrate safety-critical Run-Time Assurance (RTA) software for autonomous aircraft and platforms. The role focuses on C++ development of real-time safety capabilities, hardware-in-the-loop integration, and flight-test support for the X-BAT collaborative combat aircraft.…See more Responsibilities include adapting reusable safety components into production systems, implementing real-time code at autonomy/flight-control boundaries, and strengthening engineering evidence through CI, static analysis, and rigorous testing. Requires 5+ years of embedded/autonomy/aerospace software experience, strong modern C++ and Linux skills, and familiarity with safety-critical development practices.

Design, develop, and debug embedded software for aerospace systems at Honeywell Aerospace. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define system requirements, conduct code reviews, implement testing procedures, and ensure timely project completion.…See more The role requires embedded systems expertise and will contribute to innovative aviation technology deployed on 90% of the world's aircraft.

Senior Technical Program Manager leading complex aerospace/defense programs from concept through deployment, managing schedules, budgets, and cross-functional teams. Responsible for integrating cost, schedule, and technical baselines; identifying and mitigating program risks; ensuring regulatory compliance; and acting as primary customer and internal coordination point.…See more Requires 7+ years managing technical programs in aerospace, defense, or electromechanical systems, with expertise in project management tools and proven ability to navigate vendor negotiations and stakeholder alignment.

Senior Technical Program Manager will oversee complex aerospace/defense programs from concept through deployment, managing technical, schedule, and cost baselines for cross-functional teams. Responsibilities include detailed program planning and tracking, risk mitigation, vendor and customer negotiations, compliance with industry/regulatory standards, and leadership of integrated engineering, manufacturing, and business teams.…See more The role requires 7+ years managing technical programs in aerospace, defense, or electromechanical systems, with proficiency in project management tools and ability to balance innovation with operational excellence and on-time, on-budget delivery.

Lead a systems engineering team responsible for avionics integration, verification, and validation activities for satellite communication systems. Direct technical problem-solving during integration phases, oversee certification and compliance (DO-160 frameworks), manage system architecture decisions across hardware and software, and ensure airworthiness of deployed solutions.…See more Manage team budget, conduct performance reviews, and serve as technical spokesperson to internal/external stakeholders. Required skills include 7+ years in avionics/aerospace systems engineering with hands-on experience in embedded Linux/Windows, avionics I/O interfaces (ARINC 429, CAN, Ethernet), IVV tooling (git, Jira, bash, Python), and lab test equipment.

The Embedded Software Engineer III designs and implements embedded software for satellite avionics and payload data processing systems, including real-time monitoring, power management, and Linux board support packages for flight applications. The role requires proficiency in C/C++ on embedded Linux and RTOS platforms, experience with ARM Cortex and RISC-V architectures, bootloader/kernel customization, and networking/security protocols (IP, TLS, IPsec).…See more Responsibilities include interfacing with FPGA systems (Xilinx, Microsemi, Microchip, Vorago), cryptographic implementations, and close collaboration with hardware teams to deliver low-SWaP aerospace solutions. Candidates must have 5+ years of embedded software development and the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance.