Engineering Jobs in West Hills

Ready to grow your quality career in aerospace?

Are you the most experienced go-to person for aerospace quality problem solving, catching the smallest details, and making confident calls? Do you want to build a careernot just a jobwith paid training enhancing your aerospace knowledge, customer/supplier interaction, and providing a clear growth path?

Why This Role is Awesome:

• Youll Do More Than Inspect You'll own the quality game from First Article Inspections (FAIs) to root cause investigations, while also working with suppliers and customers to solve issues and prevent them from happening again.
• Grow While You Work We invest in you. From cross-training to certifications, we offer paid development to build your skills and move you forward.
• Be the Go-To Expert Whether it's decoding blueprints, reading GD&T, or leading corrective actions, you'll be the one others rely on.
• Great Vibes, Real Tools This is a hands-on, tool-forward job in a busy warehouse setting where accuracy meets action

What You'll Be Doing:

• Conduct advanced First Article Inspections (FAIs) using micrometers, calipers, ring/thread gauges, optical comparators, and more
• Analyze engineering drawings, blueprints, and customer specs using GD&T
• Investigate and resolve supplier and customer non-conformances
• Work through quality portals to manage customer claims and rejections
• Log NCRs and inspection results into SAP and Excel like a pro
• Lead or support internal/external audits, including supplier corrective actions
• Collaborate across departmentsProduction, Sales, Customer Service, and Quality
• Mentor junior inspectors and help elevate team standards

What Will You Bring as the Ideal Candidate?

• Experience: 35+ years of hands-on inspection experience in aerospace, medical devices, or other high-precision manufacturing environments utilizing all levels of FAI techniques.
• Computer Skills: Confident navigating inspection software, SAP/ERP systems, and Microsoft Excel
• Tool Guru: Expertise with tools like micrometers, calipers, ring/thread gauges, CMM, and optical comparators
• Quality Expert: Deep familiarity with AS9100, AS9102, ISO 9001, FAI's and customer quality requirements
• Decision Maker: A sharp eye and decisive judgment youve led FAIs and made tough calls with confidence
• Strong organizational skills from paperwork to multitasking electronically in a fast-paced environment
• Focus and grit youll be seated at a desk, inspecting in a warm, active warehouse environment.

Bonus Points If You Have:

• Internal auditor certifications (AS9100 or ASQ CQA/CQI)
• Experience using Net-Inspect or other similar inspection systems
• Delegated source inspector credentialing
• SAE or similar inspection certifications.

Benefits Were Proud Of

• 401(k) with company match
• Bonus opportunity annually
• Medical, Dental, and FREE Vision Coverage
• Company-paid Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Holidays + Generous PTO
• Flexible schedules with your choice of Mon-Fri or off every other Monday/Friday
• Casual work environment no lab coats, just casual jeans
• Kickstart your shift in style with our awesome shoe credit program!
• Ongoing career development opportunities

Ready to be the quality expert that helps keep aircraft safe and customers happy?

Apply today and start your ascent with Align Aerospace where precision meets purpose.

At Align Aerospace, we believe diversity fuels innovation and success. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where every individualregardless of race, color, religion, gender, identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristicis valued and empowered to thrive. We welcome unique perspectives and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

Lets build the future of aerospace together.

Compensation details: 31-36 Hourly Wage

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Company:

RSA provides flight-critical components and assemblies for the commercial, defense and business jet markets. RSA designs and produces custom-engineered high pressure/high-temperature ducting assemblies for each customer’s specific performance requirements. RSA’s Peri-SealTM is one of the most sought-after connectors in the aerospace industry. Additionally, RSA designs and produces flexible joints and hoses, ozone converters and many complex assemblies to meet stringent customer needs.

Job Summary:

Responsible for planning, directing and coordinating manufacturing processes throughout the company to meet production requirements. Help plan and drive tooling requirements and improvements to increase output improve quality and reduce cost.

RSA is ITAR regulated.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities:

Developing, evaluating, improving, and documenting manufacturing processes.

Designing and implementing production assembly fixtures and tooling.

Analyzing manufacturing process flows to enhancement quality, cost reduction, and productivity.

Collaborating with all departments regarding product design to ensure effective production methods.

Ability to clearly write or edit technical documentation and assembly or process instructions.

Help trouble-shoot and drive root cause analysis.

Conform to company safety policies and procedures.

Work in both standalone and team environments to discover and implement solutions.

Analytical problem solving on manufacturing floor with production hardware.

This role is required to be on-site 5 days at the Simi Valley, CA location.

Minimum Education & Experience:

Bachelors or master’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or Aerospace Engineering

Minimum of 1 year of experience in a related field.

Experience in sheet metal processes (forming, cutting, etc.) - metallic or composite ducting or structure manufacturing preferred.

Weld fabrication experience is a plus.

Experience with interrogating 3D models using Solidworks (preferred) or other 3D CAD software

Must be able to read and interpret blueprints and specifications.

Must be able to initiate, work through and close short- and long-term projects according to project schedule.

Must have ability to perform with ambiguous and incomplete information in a fast-paced environment.

Desirable Working Knowledge or Skills:

Microsoft Office

Use of ERP Systems: RSA uses Epicor

Knowledge of mechanical fabrication and assembly

Compensation

In compliance with all states and cities requiring transparency of pay, the expected pay range for this position is $75,000 - $90,000.

Compensation can vary depending on several factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, experience, competencies, and geographic location. Some roles may qualify for extra incentives like equity, commissions, or other variable performance-related bonuses. Further details will be provided by our recruiting team during the interview process.

CNC Machine Shop experience (hands on and managing people) The Manager is looking for someone that knows the ins and outs of a machine shop.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Machine Shop Supervisor will be responsible of day-to-day operations of the machining department to meet safety, quality, delivery, cost targets and all sustainment/improvement related action and activities. This role will be responsible of managing people, schedules, workflows, equipment, and continuous improvement initiatives (including client Lean System practices) while ensuring compliance with company standards and applicable regulations.

SCOPE OF WORK:

• Oversee daily machining operations (CNC and manual) across multiple machines and cells.

• Plan, prioritize, and assign work orders to meet on-time delivery and productivity goals.

• Ensure adherence to safety, environmental (EHS), and quality standards such as AS9100.

• Manage a team of machinists, operators, and handle staffing, training, and performance.

• Maintain process control: setups, tool management, and program control.

• Coordinate preventive maintenance and escalate equipment downtime with Maintenance.

• Drive continuous improvement using client Lean System (PLS) tools: 5S, standard work, visual management, kaizen.

• Monitor production metrics (OEE, scrap, rework, first-pass yield, cycle time) and implement corrective actions.

• Control inventories (WIP, raw material, tooling, consumables).

• Collaborate with Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Safety to resolve issues and improve processes.

• Support cost reduction through waste elimination, optimized setups and programs, and tooling/process improvements.

• Enforce documentation control: routings, work instructions, drawings, programs, and change management.

• Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance

• Ability to plan, set priorities for the team and direct technical efforts to meet business objectives

• Other responsibilities as assigned

• Regular, consistent, and punctual attendance is required. May need to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) and additional hours as necessary

• Ability to explain a range of complex technical information

• Effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills to drive tasks to completion

Located in Thousand Oaks, California, 20BLOC is a small privately held development-stage biopharmaceutical company, driven by a mission to create breakthrough protein-based drugs to save lives. Our lead product is an innovative solution to provide oxygen to tissues. Check us out at

We are looking for a motivated and hands-on Head of Manufacturing to join our team.

How you will add value to 20BLOC

The Head of Manufacturing will lead our manufacturing and MSAT teams as we transition from pre-clinical manufacturing and move into our newly built cGMP production facility. This role is responsible for the management and day-to-day oversight of our manufacturing and MSAT functions and will provide strategic direction to the business as we continue to scale and plan for future production needs. The Head of Manufacturing works closely with quality, supply chain, R&D, and other cross-functional teams to ensure product quality, data integrity, and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Manufacturing and MSAT Leadership

• Lead Production and MSAT as tightly integrated functions, owning day-to-day manufacturing execution and technical decision-making as the company transitions from pre-clinical operations into a new cGMP manufacturing facility
• Own day-to-day execution of manufacturing operations ensuring safe, compliant, and reliable batch execution
• Establish clear accountability for process ownership including yield, throughput, deviations, and continuous improvement

cGMP Facility and Scale-Up

• Lead manufacturing readiness activities for the new facility including operational readiness, staffing, training, and go-live execution
• Work hands-on with Engineering, Facilities, Quality, and 3rd parties to support equipment qualification and manufacturing area readiness
• Develop manufacturing strategies to support early and late-stage clinical as well as commercial manufacturing for future production and capacity expansion

MSAT & Process Ownership

• Oversee MSAT responsibilities including process characterization, tech transfer, and process validation
• Hold the MSAT team to a high bar for scientific and engineering excellence, ensuring process decisions are grounded in robust data and mechanistic understanding
• Drive data-driven process improvements under manufacturing and analytical data to improve robustness and consistency

People, Strategy, and Organizational Development

• Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing Manufacturing and MSAT team capable of operating in a fast-moving startup environment
• Establish and implement lightweight manufacturing organizational structures, workflows, and standard practices appropriate for a growing GMP operation
• Provide clear technical and operational input to leadership on manufacturing risks, timelines, and scale-up strategy

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Biochemical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a closely related technical discipline required
• Advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in a related field preferred

Experience

• 8 years+ of experience in GMP manufacturing, MSAT, process engineering, or technical operations within biotech, biopharma, or related regulated manufacturing environments
• Demonstrated experience leading or directly supporting GMP manufacturing operations including hands-on involvement
• Prior experience supporting or leading startup activities in new facilities or new manufacturing suites
• Experience managing and developing small, highly technical teams, preferably in a startup environment
• Experience in early-stage or clinical manufacturing environments (pre-IND through Phase II) strongly preferred

Skills & Competencies

• Strong engineering or related technical foundation, with the ability to reason from first principles about process behavior, risk, and variability
• Hands-on GMP manufacturing expertise, including deviation investigation, root-cause analysis, and process troubleshooting on the production floor
• Data driven decision making, using experimental design and trend analysis of manufacturing data to improve robustness and consistency
• Ability to translate experimental processes into manufacturable GMP operations, balancing rigor, speed, and fit-for-stage execution
• Clear technical and organizational communicator and cross functional collaborator. Able to align operations, engineers, scientists, and leadership around sound technical decisions

Please apply at – in subject line: Head of Manufacturing

This is a full-time, on-site position located in Thousand Oaks, California, and requires working on-site Monday through Friday.All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. We are not sponsoring employment visas.

Compensation: The salary range for this position is $130,000.00. to $180,000.00 USD annually. This salary range is an estimate, and the actual salary may vary based on various factors, including, without limitation, individual education, experience, tenure, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data, including potential adjustments for geographic location.

20BLOC is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

We offer competitive compensation and benefits including health, dental, vision and life insurance, 401(k) and paid time off.

OCCUPATIONAL SUMMARY

Responsible for the overall safe and efficient plant operations of Gillibrand Industrial Sands, Inc. Manages and directs the activities of production, quality control and implements the strategy for the facility. Manages the operations associated with Industrial Sand and aggregate production, including quarrying, mining, processing, quality control, stockpiling, loading and shipping. Responsible for Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) aspects of the facility, fixed and mobile equipment maintenance, and employee relations.

JOB DUTIES:

Operations Management:

· Oversee all aspects of Industrial Sand / Aggregate plant operations, including crushing, screening, washing, and material handling.

· Schedule and manage daily production to meet quality and volume targets.

· Monitor equipment performance and coordinate routine maintenance and repairs.

· Plans and schedules production requirements (people & equipment) to support daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual sales forecast to meet customer’s needs.

· Identifies, assesses, prioritizes, and resolves production and employee-related problems.

· Manages production meetings on the daily operations of the plant.

· Walks throughout the operation daily and ensures the cleanliness of the entire facility.

Personnel Management:

· Manages and supervises activities of salaried and hourly production and maintenance employees.

· Actively involved in the selection, hiring, training, change of status, and separation of employees.

· Supervise, train, and evaluate plant staff (operators, technicians, laborers).

· Enforce company policies and safety protocols.

· Coordinate shift schedules and manage labor resources efficiently.

· Provides coaching and disciplinary counseling to employees under his or her area of responsibility (includes employee relations and administration of collective bargaining agreements region specific).

· Administers and enforces Company policies and procedures.

Safety & Environmental Compliance:

· Ensure adherence to MSHA, OSHA, and environmental regulations

· Conduct regular safety meetings, inspections, and incident investigations.

· Implement and maintain site-specific safety programs. Ensures that the plant meets all EHS policies and practices at the site location and works with EHS Regional employees and Company officials to promote a safe work environment that meets all State and Federal rules and regulations.

· Ensures that employees receive proper training and instructions to perform assigned job duties.

· Utilizes appropriate resources and recommendations in community relations and legislative efforts and actively participates in the area’s community outreach and educational programs.

Quality Assurance:

· Ensure product meets customer specifications and internal quality standards.

· Work closely with the quality control team to address deviations.

· Works closely with sales staff, quality control personnel, and customers to ensure that products meet customer needs and expectations.

· Works with sales on identifying and eliminating customer issues and concerns to improve customer satisfaction and relations.

· Participates in developing an annual operating budget, which includes production volume, maintenance expenses, and maintenance of business assets (replacement and critical spares), along with capital improvements.

Budget & Reporting:

· Manage the operating budget, track production costs, and seek cost-saving initiatives.

· Maintain accurate production records, maintenance logs, and compliance reports.

· Provide regular performance updates to senior management.

· Manages plant production operations to ensure cost efficiency, optimal plant and equipment utilization, and personnel allocation.

· Responsible for ensuring that the site meets or exceeds operating budget.

· Participate in Operation’s short- and long-range business planning.

Continuous Improvement:

·Identify and implement process improvements for efficiency and productivity.

·Support capital projects and equipment upgrades.

· Works on implementing cost-saving programs and/or continuous improvement activities to reduce costs and improve operating efficiency.

· Compiles data and provides information to analyze and recommends more cost-effective and technologically advanced methods of production processes.

QUALIFICATIONS

· BS degree in Engineering (Mining/ Civil, Mechanical/ Materials/ Mineral Processing); preferred or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

· Minimum of 5 years’ prior work experience in supervising production employees, preferably at either an Industrial Sand or Industrial Minerals mine. Construction materials industry experience preferred

· Knowledge and understanding of modern principles and practices of supervising production employees

· Thorough knowledge of plant operations and their associated products, processes, and related equipment.

·Strong knowledge of crushing, screening, separation, and material handling equipment.

· Knowledge of safety and environmental rules and regulations (MSHA and OSHA).

· Knowledge and understanding of business planning and financial forecasting requirements.

· Excellent leadership, communication, organization, conflict, and problem resolution skills.

· Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and other software packages relevant to the position.

· Ability to plan and manage effectively using motivation and team-building skills.

· Flexible to work long hours and occasional overnight travel.

· Must represent the company in a professional manner to all customers, vendors, and internal employees.

· Other duties may be assigned as required

WORK DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENT

· Personal protective equipment is required on a regular basis, as needed, including hard hat, hearing protection, eye protection, hard-toed safety shoes or boots, dust mask respirator, protective clothing, gloves, and other personal protective equipment.

· Employee may be exposed to dusty and noisy environments and may be working occasionally in extreme weather conditions including heat, cold, wind and rain.

· Work environment will be both indoors in an office and outside in the quarry or plant.

· In the office, will occasionally be required to sit at a desk or operator’s station. In the outside setting, will perform activities at various heights around moving machinery, be exposed to dust, fumes, and gases; may be required to use hand or power tools.

·Must be able to lift 50 lbs. and walk across uneven surfaces.

· Must have a valid driver’s license.

Located in Thousand Oaks, California, 20BLOC is a small privately held development-stage biopharmaceutical company, driven by a mission to create breakthrough protein-based drugs to save lives. Our lead product is an innovative solution to provide oxygen to tissues. Check us out at

We are looking for a motivated and hands-on Process Technician to join our team.

How you will add value to 20BLOC

The Process Technician supports the production of our non-clinical stage and clinical stage product by applying their skills and knowledge of pharmaceutical product manufacturing in our unit operations to the cGMP standards. This is an exciting opportunity for a keen, hard-working individual to join a growing, expanding start-up in a full-time position on site in Thousand Oaks, CA.

Key responsibilities

• Operate various equipment such as manual or semi-automated processing equipment, TFF, chromatography, press, scales and temperature-controlled devices.
• Perform and monitor critical processes with the ability to troubleshoot and course correct equipment operation.
• Carry out standard operating procedures and protocols involved in pilot plant manufacturing including visual inspection, material handling and inventory control.
• Assist in the review of documentation for assigned functions such as batch records and equipment logs according to quality systems standards as required.
• Follow procedures with strict adherence to safety and compliance.
• Identify, recommend, and implement improvements related to routine functions.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, biological science, or related field.
• Minimum experience should include related internships and/or projects during undergraduate studies, with prior experience in bioprocessing environments strong plus.

Experience

• Experience with production concepts and designs is strongly preferred.
• Exposure to proteins or protein chemistry is a strong plus.
• Direct fermentation experience is helpful.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionally are essential in this collaborative work environment.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational and time management skills are critical.

Please apply at – in subject line: Process Technician

This is a full-time, on-site position located in Thousand Oaks, California, and requires working on-site Monday through Friday. All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. We are not sponsoring employment visas.

Compensation: The salary range for this position is $28-38 per hour. This salary range is an estimate, and the actual salary may vary based on various factors, including, without limitation, individual education, experience, tenure, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data, including potential adjustments for geographic location.

20BLOC is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

We offer competitive compensation and benefits including health, dental, vision and life insurance, 401(k) and paid time off.

Title: Principal Automation Engineer

Location: Thousand Oaks, CA

Duration: 36 months to begin with

Fully Onsite

Standard 8 - 5 Working Hours

Ideal candidate: Must have background in within Life sciences specifically Biotechnology and Biomedical Engineering. Emerson Delta-V DCS Programming Experience, Rockwell Automation SCADA and PLC Experience, Compliance with regulatory requirements such as 21 CFR Part 11Minimum of Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science, Chemical Engineering, Biotech Engineering, or related life science engineering.

Manufacturing and Clinical Supply (MCS) – Facilities & Engineering (F&E) Automation team, is looking for Engineers to support Clinical & Commercial Plant Automation programs and Capital projects, including complex and challenging automation initiatives that require a solid understanding of various automation platforms, integration between different platforms, analytical problem-solving techniques, project management, product lifecycle management, and operational excellence. They will require an extensive understanding and background in capital construction projects, design, programming, implementation, and lifecycle management of manufacturing process controls, automation, and field instrumentation technologies.

Job Responsibilities:

1) Support automation capital project software development testing, commissioning activities etc.

2) Support day to day operations of the plant for automation related issues including on call rotation every 7-8 weeks.

3) Support Plant Automation team and participate in the preparation and implementation of detailed design, scope, schedule in partnership with cross functional teams.

4) Support Plant Automation team during the project implementation of new automation solutions including DeltaV Distributed Control System (DCS), Rockwell Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), Human Machine Interfaces (HMI) and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition systems (SCADA) related hardware, software, network infrastructure, and electronic Rt-reporting scope across various projects.

5) Support Plant Automation team during the post-implementation activities including operationalization of the new assets by extending hyper-care support, training the System Owners, and Manufacturing team, revising the SOPs, and training documents, delivering spare parts list, updating Maximo assets and CMDB systems.

6) Ensure compliance to Engineering and Operational standards, specifications, and procedures as applicable during the project design and implementation.

7) As applicable to the capital project scope, represent Plant Automation team and support new continuous improvements by performing automation engineering assessments, implementing automation system configuration changes, and supporting engineering and process qualification runs.

8) Support a safe working environment by complying with all pertinent environmental health/safety practice, rules, and regulations.

Make a global impact. Lead Teledyne’s enterprise-wide Jurisdiction & Classification (JC) program and partner directly with engineering, product, and business leaders across a diverse technology portfolio.

In this high visibility role, you’ll serve as Teledyne’s subject matter expert for Jurisdiction & Classification (JC), driving global consistency and strengthening our compliance posture worldwide. You’ll shape how advanced technologies move across borders, influence product design, ensure global compliance, and act as the authoritative JC voice across a large, diverse, and innovative technology portfolio. As part of the Corporate International Trade Compliance (CITC) team, you will report to the Chief Trade Compliance Counsel, manage a Corporate Compliance Engineer, and provide indirect leadership to a global net

work of JC Focals.

What You’ll Do:

• Own and enhance Teledyne’s global JC program, providing clear guidance to engineering, product, manufacturing, marketing, and business development teams.
• Monitor U.S. and non U.S. export control regulations and proactively implement holds, updates, and required license adjustments.
• Lead the development, implementation, and training for all JC and technology control processes, tools, and workflows.
• Engage and manage the worldwide JC Focal community through outreach, webinars, workshops, and roster maintenance.
• Maintain and update corporate JC policies, procedures, and training materials.
• Supervise the quality of JC determinations completed across business units.
• Prepare Commodity Jurisdiction (CJ) requests via the DECCS portal with CITC review.
• Provide regular JC metrics and reporting to CITC leadership.
• Support investigations, disclosures, M&A due diligence, integration, and other Trade Compliance initiatives.
• Assist Trade Compliance Leads during audits and help drive corrective actions.
• Present at Teledyne’s annual Trade Compliance conference and attend external SME training.
• Travel domestically and internationally as needed (approximately 20%, with more travel initially).

What You Need:

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 8+ years of directly related experience in export controls and JC determinations.
• Strong experience performing structured Orders of Review for JC self determinations or formal requests.
• Deep working knowledge of ITAR, EAR, U.S. Customs regulations, OFAC, and preferably non U.S. export control regimes; experience with Harmonized Systems (HS) classifications a strong plus.
• Ability to interpret complex regulations and write clear reports, procedures, and business communications.
• Comfortable presenting to and advising cross functional stakeholders.
• Experience with Global Trade Management platforms and/or ERPs with Trade Compliance functionality.
• Must be a U.S. Person under ITAR (U.S. citizen, permanent resident meeting ITAR criteria, asylee, or qualifying U.S. incorporated entity employee).

Location: Onsite — Simi Valley, CA

Employment Type: Direct Hire

Industry: Multi‑Billion‑Dollar Aerospace Company

Job Overview

The Embedded Software Engineer II will design, develop, and debug embedded software for advanced aerospace systems. In this role, you will work in small, cross‑functional teams to solve engineering challenges, support new and existing core products, and contribute to industry‑leading technology in a fast‑paced environment.

Core Responsibilities

• Capture, decompose, and derive functional requirements to develop detailed technical specifications.
• Apply software standards and use technical specifications to design, develop, integrate, and test safety‑critical embedded software using both standard and model‑based development methodologies.
• Author design documentation and develop low‑level drivers for microcontrollers and related peripherals.
• Perform, track, and control project activities, including managing external subcontractors and offshore verification partners.
• Provide guidance to team members on best practices and safety‑critical software development.
• Prepare and deliver periodic status reports for key internal stakeholders.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives, including tool and process standardization.
• Work within a collaborative software engineering environment using modern source‑control practices.
• Exercise independent judgment and discretion on significant engineering matters.

Qualifications

• Strong experience programming in C at the low level (microcontrollers, drivers, hardware interaction).
• Experience in software verification for embedded systems.
• Proficiency with version control and configuration management tools.
• Experience with system verification using lab equipment (oscilloscopes, multimeters, etc.).
• Ideally, familiarity with aerospace compliance standards such as DO‑178B/C and SOI audit experience.
• Strong analytical and systematic problem‑solving abilities.
• Fundamental understanding of engineering principles, concepts, and techniques.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering or Technical Science discipline (Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, etc.).
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant professional experience.

Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.

Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.

What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.

Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.

Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.