Jobs in Rancho Santa Fe, CA

Border Patrol Agent (BPA) Entry Level A MISSION WORTHY OF A CAREER! If you're looking for "just a job," then stop reading right now.

But, if you're looking for a long-term federal law enforcement career, one that makes a difference every day to our country and its citizens, then the U.S.

Border Patrol (USBP) would like you to take the first step to becoming an entry level Border Patrol Agent.

USBP is hiring immediately to fill full-time, entry-level, career positions in federal law enforcement.

Train and work with an elite team of professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and sense of purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission of protecting America.

Now is the time to make your move because, along with excellent base pay, exceptional benefits, and job stability, USBP is offering up to $60,000 in additional incentives (see details below) .

Salary and Benefits Annual base salary for newly appointed BPAs varies per grade, as follows: GL-5/GL-7 $49,739
- $89,518 per year.

Border Patrol Agents are eligible to select from an array of federal employment benefits that include health, dental and other insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan akin to a traditional ROTH 401(k) offering.
*Recruitment Incentive
* Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents (as defined in 5 CFR 575.102 ) will be eligible for up to $20,000 in incentives.

The first $10,000 will be paid upon successful completion of the Border Patrol Academy, with the remaining $10,000 awarded for accepting a prioritized location such as Sierra Blanca, Presidio, Sanderson, Comstock, Freer or Hebbronville, TX; Lordsburg, NM; or Ajo, AZ.
*Retention Incentive
* Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents may also qualify for up to $40,000 in additional incentives distributed over their first four years.

Duty Locations IMPORTANT NOTICE: Duty assignments available at the time of offer may include the Southwest Border, including prioritized locations.

U.S.

Border Patrol determines duty assignments at the time of offer based on operational needs, which may or may not align with candidates' first-choice preferences.

Relocation may be required.

Duty location impacts pay rates; locality pay for federal law enforcement is higher in some locations than others.

A fully trained BPA may be eligible for up to an additional 25% of base pay per the BPA Pay Reform Act of 2014.

This is a career ladder position with a grade level progression of GL-5, GL-7, GL-9, GS-11, and GS-12.

You will be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level (without reapplying) once you successfully complete 52 weeks in each grade level.

Duty Locations: You will be asked to select your preferred location for one of the following mission critical locations: Big Bend Sector Stations
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*Presidio, Van Horn,
*Sanderson, Alpine,
*Sierra Blanca, Marfa Buffalo Sector Stations
- Wellesley Island Del Rio Sector Stations
- Del Rio, Brackettville,
*Comstock, Eagle Pass North, Eagle Pass South, Carrizo Springs, Uvalde El Paso Sector Stations
- Alamogordo, Clint, Deming, El Paso, Fort Hancock, Las Cruces,
*Lordsburg, Santa Teresa, Ysleta El Centro Sector Stations
- El Centro, Indio, Calexico Grand Forks Sector Stations
- Pembina Havre Sector Stations
- Havre, Malta, Plentywood, Scobey, Sweetgrass Houlton Sector Stations
- Calais, Fort Fairfield, Jackman, Rangeley, Van Buren Laredo Sector Stations
- Laredo South, Cotulla,
*Hebbronville, Laredo West,
*Freer, Laredo North, Zapata Rio Grande Valley Sector Stations
- Rio Grande City, Fort Brown, McAllen, Brownsville, Falfurrias, Weslaco, Kingsville, Harlingen San Diego Sector Stations
- Boulevard, Brownfield, Campo, Chula Vista, Imperial Beach, Murrieta, San Clemente Spokane Sector Stations
- Colville, Curlew, Metaline Falls, Oroville Swanton Sector Stations
- Beecher Falls, Burke, Champlain, Newport, Richford Tucson Sector Stations
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*Ajo, Tucson, Nogales, Douglas, Brian A Terry, Sonoita, Casa Grande, Three Points Substation, Willcox Yuma Sector Stations
- Blythe, Yuma, Wellton Duties and Responsibilities As a BPA, you will be part of our 60,000 workforce that strives to protect the American people by safeguarding our borders, deterring illicit activity, and enhancing the nation's economic prosperity.

Being a BPA makes you a valuable member of the Federal Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) profession.

Typical assignments include: Detecting and questioning people suspected of violating immigration and custom laws and inspecting documents and possessions to determine citizenship or violations Preventing and apprehending undocumented noncitizens and smugglers of noncitizens at or near the borders by maintaining surveillance from covert positions to include using infrared scopes during night operations Interpreting and following tracks, marks, and other physical evidence of illegal entry of persons or contraband Performing farm checks, building checks, traffic checks, city patrols, and transportation checks Patrolling the international boundary and coastal waterways using a variety of government assets such as vehicles, horses, vessels, watercraft, off-road vehicles, ATVs, snowmobiles, and motorcycles for the accomplishment of the USBP Mission.

Qualifications You qualify for the GL-5 grade level if you possess one of the following: Experience: One (1) year of general work experience that demonstrates the ability to take charge, make sound decisions, and maintain composure in stressful situations; to learn regulations, methods, and techniques through classroom training and/or on-the-job instruction; and the ability to gather concise information through questioning, observation, and examination of documents and records; OR Education Substitution: A bachelor's degree or successful completion of a full four-year course of study in any field leading to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; OR Combination of Experience and Education: A combination of general work experience AND successfully completed college education.

This will be calculated using your resume and official or unofficial transcripts submitted with your application.

You qualify for the GL-7 grade level if you possess one of the following: Experience: One year of specialized work experience that shows you have the skills necessary to: Make sound judgments and decisions in the use of firearms.

Deal effectively with people in a courteous and tactful manner in connection with law enforcement matters.

Analyze information rapidly and make prompt decisions where you will be expected to make arrests after the completion of required training and apply these skills in a law enforcement capacity such as criminal code enforcement, determining violations of laws, correctional or rehabilitation work involving criminal offenders, security, military, etc.

The above experience will be applied in connection with the following: Make arrests and exercise sound judgment in the use of firearms; deal effectively with people in a courteous manner in connection with law enforcement matters; analyze information rapidly and make prompt decisions; or develop and maintain contact with a network of informants.

Education Substitution for the GL-7 grade level: A bachelor's degree with superior academic achievement, which is based on (1) class standing, (2) grade-point average (i.e., GPA of 3.0 or higher out of a possible 4.0), or (3) honor society membership.

Or will receive a bachelor's degree with Superior Academic Achievement.

Or one full year of graduate-level education in a field of study related to law enforcement (e.g., criminal justice, homeland security, justice studies, law enforcement, courts and judicial systems, forensic technology, forensic psychology, or corrections and rehabilitation) from an accredited college or university; OR A Combination of Experience and Education: This will be calculated using your resume and official or unofficial transcripts submitted with your application.

Note: If you have previous or current law enforcement or military law enforcement experience, you may qualify at the GL-9 and or GS-11 grade level.

Please refer to the BPA GL-9
- 11 announcement.

Other Requirements Citizenship : You must be a U.S.

Citizen to apply for this position.

Residency : You must have had primary U.S.

residency (includes protectorates as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five years.

Age Restriction : In accordance with Public Law 100-238, this position is covered under law enforcement retirement provisions.

Candidates must be referred for selection to the Border Patrol Agent position before reaching their 40th birthday in accordance with Department of Homeland Security Directive 251-03.

The age restriction may not apply if you are currently serving or have previously served in a federal civilian law enforcement (non-military) position covered by Title 5 U.S.C.

8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C.

8412(d).

Veterans' Preference : You may also be eligible for an excepted service Veterans Recruitment Appointment (VRA).

The age restriction does not apply if you are Veterans' Preference eligible.

Formal Training : After you are hired, you will be detailed to the U.S.

Border Patrol Academy in Artesia, New Mexico, for approximately six (6) months of intensive instruction in immigration and nationality laws, law enforcement and USBP-specific operations, driver training, physical techniques, firearms, and other courses.

Border Patrol work requires the ability to speak and read Spanish, as well as English.

Border Patrol Agents will be provided training to become proficient with the Spanish language at the Academy.

How to Apply: Click the Apply button on this site.

You will be linked to the CBP Talent Network registration page.

For Position of Interest, select Border Patrol Agent, then complete the pre-screening questions.

You'll then receive a link(s) to the BPA Job Opening Announcements (JOAs) on USAJOBS, the federal government's official employment site, to complete your application.

Be certain to review ALL details of the job opportunity announcement and follow all instructions in the application process, including items (resume, transcripts, etc.) to submit.

You will be evaluated based on your resume, supporting documents, and the BPA Entrance Exam .

If you have questions about the application process, contact a recruiter through the U.S.

Border Patrol page: /s/usbp .

As a subscriber to the CBP Talent Network, you'll receive monthly emails with information about webinars, career expos, and future opportunities with CBP.

Do you have a passion for designing and developing innovative medical and drug delivery devices that help improve lives? At Gilero’s Carlsbad, CA office, we are looking for a Senior Product Development Engineer to join our mission-driven team driving innovative solutions for patients and customers. In this role you will champion the design, development, and production of medical devices and combination devices, focusing on idea generation, verification, validation, and DHF development to state-of-the-art requirements.

If you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and like ensuing high-quality outcomes working with customers, vendors, and internal teams, this is the opportunity for you. Join us and be part of a company that values innovation, integrity, and excellence!

Responsibilities

• Act as a technical lead, increasing the rigor of technical product development, with project oversight of products, accessories, and cross-functional initiatives.
• Manage product development deliverables of high complexity through the entire development lifecycle, concept through manufacturing transfer (Phase 0 – 5).
• Track technical risk and provide engineering guidance.
• Provide feedback and mentorship to junior engineers.
• Lead the development team through technical risk retirement. Guide the team on technical risks through step-by-step simplification to discover root cause.
• Create, review, and release documents according to Gilero’s QMS and the lifecycle of the project and develop test methods and protocols to fulfill state of the art requirements.
• Inform project managers and business development on technical projects variables in order to build accurate project budgets that include feasibility, prototyping, verification and validation.
• Act as project manager for smaller, technically oriented projects.

Skills/Qualifications:

• Able to work in the office 4 days a week
• BS in Engineering or equivalent technical degree
• 5+ years of product development experience in medical device, combination product or similar space preferred.
• Skilled at transforming complex situations into well-defined project deliverables
• Able to lead team to achieve difficult goals through step-by-step simplification
• Able to convert complex questions into tasks to further drive simplification and clarification.
• Understanding of good GDP
• Understand the Phase Gate System
• Have deep ISO 14971, 13485 and CFR 21 Knowledge base; Experience with ISO 10993 a plus.
• Translate VOC (Voice of Customer) feedback into engineering design inputs and outputs.
• Create/draft clinically relevant User Requirements with minimal oversight
• Ability to translate User Needs/Requirements into measurable technical/product requirements and set appropriate specification though thought experiments and empirical testing.
• Ability to discern and document appropriate scenarios for rationale-based decisions versus testing-based approaches
• Ability to author scientific/logic-based rationale
• Prepare documentation to support design history files and regulatory submissions
• Analyze test data, interpret results, formulate conclusions, and apply statistical techniques (t-test, ANOVA, UCL/LCL, Tolerance Intervals)
• Draft Risk documentation through understanding of Risk, Risk analysis, & Risk Burn Down
• Support chartering and maintaining project objectives and milestones.
• Develop testing campaigns, test flows, sample size analysis, and justification, based on sound judgment, Risk analysis, and QMS requirements.
• Lead product and process risk assessments, including hazard analysis, FMEAs and residual risk analysis in conjunction with Quality Engineering
• Write and execute protocols for design verification and validation
• Lead test method development and validation, have strong knowledge of measurement system analysis (e.g. calibration, accuracy, gage R&R, etc)
• Oversee and perform testing and inspection of prototypes and pre-production products including assisting assembly for DV&V builds and clinical builds
• Lead investigation of device failures, coordinate resources, determine root cause, identify corrective actions, and document in conjunction with Quality Engineering
• Investigate, evaluate, and research competitive devices and product materials/designs
• Understanding of Pre-clinical validation and GLP
• Ability to review and understand technical drawings and GD&T to support development lifecycle
• Ability to review, understand, and distill technical standards (ISO, ASTM, IEC, etc).

Personal Attributes:

Meets Gilero Core Values:

Collaboration - embracing teamwork and transparency in our organization, partnering with our customers and vendors

Integrity - doing the right thing at all times; fair and trustworthy; always keeping the patient in mind

Innovation - open to new ideas, processes, and solutions; leveraging technology to creatively solve problems

Excellence - delivering exceptional products and services with passion and pride

• Comfortable and productive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
• A self-starter seeking a career opportunity with potential for internal advancement, seeking responsibility for core activities and providing high-quality service to internal and to external clients
• Commitment to excellence and quality service to external and internal customers
• Follows established policies and procedures, while contributing to continuous improvements
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written)

Eligibility To Work

Candidates must be legally eligible to work in the US without requiring current or future sponsorship. Gilero does not offer sponsorship for employment authorizations (work visas).

We are an E-Verify employer and confirm work authorization for all new hires.

Why work at Gilero?

Founded in 2002, Gilero, a Sanner Group company, is an international contract engineering firm that specializes in the design, development, and manufacturing of novel medical devices and drug delivery products. At Gilero we are proud of the culture we have built that directly reflects our values of excellence, integrity, innovation, and collaboration. Motivated by our purpose to benefit people and improve patient outcomes, our team continues to grow at a rapid pace. US locations include Carlsbad, CA; Chicago, IL; as well as NC locations in Raleigh, Durham, Greensboro, and Pittsboro.

You will enjoy an annual bonus plan, Medical (3 BCBS plans to choose from), Guardian dental and vision, company provided life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, 401(k) with a match the first month you start with a zero-vesting period, and access to LinkedIn learning for personal and professional development.

This compensation range includes base salary and variable bonus components.

WE DESIGN PRODUCTS!

We design, manufacture, and deliver awesome products for our customers. We are the engineers and manufacturers behind the scenes for large brands across the Consumer, Medical, and Industrial markets.

At SEACOMP, there is no corporate bureaucracy or unnecessary hierarchy. We are nimble, communicate openly, recognize each other’s successes, respect each other fully, treat everyone with kindness – and above all, work really hard to deliver an incredible customer experience.

SEACOMP is looking for a Program Manager to join our US-based Global Project Management team.

You will love it here if:

• You want to join a rapidly growing company
• You’re looking to make an immediate impact both internally and externally
• You thrive in a customer facing role working on our most complex projects
• You love working in the office, surrounded by the people you work with
• You like bringing new innovative electronic products to life

You will be successful here if:

• You LOVE what you do
• You communicate effectively with both internal and external stakeholders
• You can multi-task, work under tight deadlines and pivot easily to do what needs to be done
• You’re highly organized so that no detail gets missed

Job Summary:

The Program Manager is responsible for guiding our customers’ projects through the SEACOMP new product introduction (NPI) Process into mass production.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Manage projects from start, through NPI, and into mass production, serving as the primary point of contact between the customer and SEACOMP
• Work closely with SEACOMP sales, operations, engineering, and production teams to translate customer requirements into project plans
• Own project scope, budget, schedule and quality
• Track and report key project metrics internally and externally
• Update and maintain project plans and documentation
• Lead regular project status meetings with relevant external and internal stakeholders
• Identify, communicate, and mitigate risks and obstacles to the success of each project
• Manage customer driven and internal changes through SEACOMP’s Change Management process
• Identify opportunities and contribute to Continuous Improvement
• Travel occasionally to customer locations and SEACOMP factories in service of project objectives

Language

• Must demonstrate advanced professional competency in English, including speaking, listening, reading and writing
• Skills in Spanish are not required, but are a plus
• Skills in Mandarin Chinese or Cantonese are not required, but are a plus

Qualifications:

• Bachelors’ Degree
• 5 years of experience in New Product Development / New Product Introduction with 1-2 years in a Project Management role
• Experience scaling products into volume manufacturing
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification is a plus
• Valid passport and the ability to travel internationally (primarily Mexico and China).

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
• HSA and Flexible Spending Accounts (Health FSA + Dependent Care FSA)
• 401(k) with company match
• 15 days PTO + unlimited sick time + paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company-paid life insurance + voluntary life options
• Phone stipend

**H1B Visa Sponsorship Not Offered**

Principal Systems Engineer

Location: Carlsbad, CA (onsite)

Status: Full-Time

Overview

A rapidly growing, global semiconductor company is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer to support next-generation connectivity solutions across data center, wireless, and high-speed communication technologies.

This role sits within a highly technical Systems Engineering team and will focus on system-level design, validation, and performance optimization of advanced microelectronic (SoC) solutions. The position offers strong visibility across engineering, product, and customer-facing teams, with opportunities to influence next-generation architectures in high-growth markets such as AI and data infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead system-level debug, validation, and performance optimization for high-speed communication systems
• Architect and analyze complex systems involving DSP, high-speed interfaces, and connectivity solutions
• Collaborate cross-functionally with hardware, software, and design engineering teams
• Drive root cause analysis and resolution of complex system-level issues
• Support development of reference designs and validation platforms
• Interface with customers and external partners on technical solutions and performance requirements
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship within the systems engineering team

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field required
• 9+ years (BS), 7+ years (MS), or 4+ years (PhD) of relevant experience
• Strong experience in digital signal processing (DSP) and high-speed systems
• Background in wireless technologies (5G/6G) or data center connectivity
• Experience working with semiconductors, chips, or microelectronics (SoC)
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and optimize complex systems at scale
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work across technical and customer-facing environments

Preferred Experience

• Data center or cloud infrastructure systems
• High-speed interfaces, signal integrity, and system integration
• Exposure to optical or electrical connectivity solutions (non-pure optics background preferred)
• Experience working with leading semiconductor or technology companies

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $155,000 – $193,000 (flexible for top candidates)
• Bonus: ~15% annual discretionary bonus (historically strong payouts)
• Equity: RSU package with 3-year vesting
• Flexible PTO policy
• Strong health benefits coverage
• Relocation assistance (including temporary housing, travel, and dependent support)
• Visa sponsorship available

Additional Details

• Onsite role with flexible working hours
• Collaborative, high-performance engineering environment
• Travel may be required (including potential international customer interaction)
• Growth-driven role with strong long-term advancement potential

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• Previous welding and fabricating experience preferred.
• Must be able to pass a U.S Government background check.
• Ability to work independently and on a team to complete daily activities according to work schedules.
• A valid Driver's License and clean driving record (Commercial Driver's License a plus).
• Ability to lift up to 70 lb
• Work hard in demanding environments
• Must have reliable transportation
• Must be able to pass pre-employment screenings.

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental Insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

• 3 years

• 8-hour shift

• Monday to Friday

• San Diego, CA: Reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (Required)

• Welding: 3 years (Required)
• Metal Fabrication: 3 years (Required)

• Responsible and accountable for producing quality work to prescribed standards, with a focus on continuous improvement to meet customer commitments on schedule and within budget.
• Follow written work instructions.
• Work under minimal supervision on duties and tasks that are frequently non-routine, adapting procedures, techniques, tools, materials and/or equipment to meet special needs.
• May perform more detailed task that require deeper knowledge and experience in the specified processes and procedures.
• Rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish assigned goals.
• Able to effectively communicate with other functional departments, such as Engineering, Purchasing, Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and Sales departments
• Resolve most questions and problems, referring only the most complex issues to higher levels
• Serve as a resource to others in the resolution of complex problems and issues
• Be a self-starter and demonstrate good decision making ability
• Must maintain a safe work environment by adhering to all safety procedures including those which govern the handling of materials, chemicals, tools, and equipment (WHMIS)
• Proper use of required PPE
• May periodically assist in orienting and training lower level employees
• May participate in LEAN Events, \"Six S\" activities, action teams etc.
• Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization
• Perform advanced-level assembly functions, which may include: prep, mechanical, harness, cable, printed circuit board sub-assemblies, spray application, and inspection, typically working from models and/or drawings, within Production
• May perform soldering and installation of components to contract specifications, using a wide range of tools and equipment
• Interpret blueprints, Process Flow Instructions and other written or verbal instructions
• Responsible and accountable for producing quality work to prescribed standards, with a focus on continuous improvement to meet customer commitments on schedule, within budget and to SPC standard practices
• Must be trained across all assembly stages, work w/Engineering to build 1st articles by interpreting print/specification with no process provided and the ability to interpret/assemble all units in dept
• If required, perform all aspects of inspection: in-process, final and source; allocate partial points - 3 points in-process - 3 points final - 4 points source
  

• High school diploma or GED with a minimum of 2 years of experience in specialty area e.g. welding, tool making