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At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression.  We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat.  Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

Raytheon engineers develop the next generation of defense technologies that support our military and protect our nation and allies. We are the world’s leader in developing cutting edge defense technologies through simulation-driven virtual environments. Our software products empower the next generation of innovative weapons systems and advanced AI/ML solutions.

We are looking for Systems Engineer II - Modeling Simulation & Analysis Engineers who enjoy solving complex problems, engaging in a dynamic team environment, and are eager to learn.

As a Systems Engineer II - Modeling Simulation & Analysis Engineer, you will participate in challenging multi-disciplinary work across integrated product teams consisting of Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNC), Signal Processing and missile-and-sensor-level Performance Simulations. Our Performance Simulation teams provide, develop, and maintain high fidelity performance simulations, evaluate system performance, support new business initiatives and develop & execute technology roadmaps.  This is an Onsite role in Tucson, AZ.

What You will Do

• You will create high fidelity simulations and models for missile design, performance assessment, and flight test support
• You will be responsible for the development and implementation of modeling solutions, and subsequently conduct trade studies and evaluation of system and subsystem performance
• You will work in a team environment, receiving input from the team supervisors and providing guidance and/or direction to other team members
• You will collaborate with Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNC), Signal Processing, and other performance personnel to perform simulation activities according to the program schedule
• You will work on different projects, determine, and develop approaches and solutions, and provide development guidance throughout the product lifecycle from initial concept to fielded product
• You will provide technical expertise for the simulation products of a specific program, and assist Senior Modeling Engineers in the preparation of detailed plans, and may interact with government counterparts as an authority on simulation products

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, Physics, Mathematics, or a related STEM degree and a minimum of 2 years of relevant prior experience
• Experience applying object-oriented software design and programming in C or C++
• Experience using Python or MATLAB for evaluation of data sets
• Experience modeling or simulating physical systems
• Experience in modeling, simulation, statistics, and/or analysis for existing or proposed engineering solutions
• Ability to obtain an Interim Secret U.S. government issued Security Clearance is required prior to start date with the ability to obtain special program access after start. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Qualifications We Prefer

• Advanced Degree in Engineering, Science, Mathematics, or related STEM degree
• Experience using applied system engineering principals, experience working on a team and/or by yourself, interfacing with multiple engineering disciplines
• Experience creating and/or presenting technical briefings
• Experience developing signal processing / GNC algorithms or models for missile applications
• Experience with control hardware design & test and/or hardware & software integration
• Experience modeling physics and/or modeling physical systems as related to flight dynamics
• Experience using UNIX / Linux based workstations and using Software Configuration Management tools such as Git
• Course work or experience in some of the following fields: radar, signal & image processing, radar and/or EO/IR environment models, digital communications, probability and statistics, linear algebra, estimation theory, optimal control, system architecture, inertial navigation, guidance theory

What We Offer

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

• Relocation Eligible – relocation assistance available for this position

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• Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.  Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

• This position requires onsite work in Tucson, AZ: ,-az-location

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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Senior Director / Vice President, Site Operations

Kelly® Science & Clinical is seeking a Senior Director / Vice President, Site Operations for a direct‑hire position at a cutting‑edge Client in Seal Beach, CA. If you’re passionate about bringing the latest scientific discoveries to life and are ready to take the next step in your career, trust The Experts at Hiring Experts.

Salary: $200-270k

Bonus potential

Schedule: M-F Onsite

Overview

The Client is an industry‑leading organization transforming the battle against cancer with innovative, personalized immunotherapy solutions. Their flagship work includes technologies leveraging a patient’s own immune system to fight disease.

In this role, you will lead U.S. site operations for the Client’s commercial manufacturing facilities, providing strategic oversight, operational excellence, and cross‑functional alignment to meet production goals, quality standards, and business performance targets. This position offers broad strategic leadership across manufacturing, technical operations, quality, engineering, supply chain, and supporting functions.

Responsibilities

• Ensure business processes, procedures, and resources are in place to compliantly, safely, and effectively manufacture the Client’s immunotherapy and other biotech products.
• Represent technical operations at the Steering Committee level and interface with external clients and regulatory bodies as needed.
• Manage technical operations across the Client’s commercial manufacturing sites and contracted manufacturing partners.
• Lead site EHS&S teams to maintain safety standards aligned with corporate programs.
• Collaborate across departments to ensure compliance with cGMP requirements for clinical and commercial manufacturing.
• Support audits and inspections by external customers and regulatory agencies.
• Develop and achieve enterprise and site performance goals; lead reviews of manufacturing, safety, engineering, quality, and materials metrics.
• Oversee department and site budgets, including cost of goods (COGS).
• Lead planning and execution of technical programs and corporate initiatives.
• Provide strong leadership; coach, develop, and retain talent across all levels.
• Build and maintain cross‑functional partnerships across Operations, Technical Operations, Supply Chain, Research, Manufacturing Sciences, Regulatory, and additional teams.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, or a related field required; advanced degree (MS, MBA, PhD) strongly preferred.
• 10–15 years of progressive experience in the pharmaceutical, biotech, or life sciences industry with a strong background in cGMP‑compliant manufacturing.
• 7–10+ years of leadership experience managing cross‑functional teams and multi‑site operations.
• Experience working with ADC (Antibody‑Drug Conjugate) programs within CDMO environments, including oversight of development, scale‑up, and GMP manufacturing activities required.

• Proven experience leading large‑scale operational initiatives in regulated environments.
• Demonstrated success managing operational metrics, driving performance improvements, and managing COGS or departmental budgets.
• Experience with regulatory inspections and audits, including work with external manufacturing partners.
• Strong working knowledge of cGMPs, aseptic processing, quality systems, and environmental health and safety regulations.
• Skilled in strategic planning, team development, change management, and cross‑functional collaboration.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and presentation skills; comfortable engaging with senior executives, regulators, and cross‑functional stakeholders.
• Able to thrive in a fast‑paced environment and effectively navigate ambiguity.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Travel required.
• Work takes place in laboratory, office, or utility (noisy) environments.
• Must be able to work near manufacturing areas with exposure to blood, blood products, or other potentially infectious materials while using required PPE.

What Happens Next

Once you apply, you’ll proceed to the next steps if your skills and experience appear to be a strong match. Even if this particular role isn’t the right fit, you’ll remain in our network, giving our team of Science & Clinical recruiting experts access to your profile for future opportunities.

xLight is seeking a Director of Procurement to lead and scale our sourcing, supplier management, and procurement operations. This hybrid role requires close collaboration with engineering, manufacturing, and program teams and periodic on-site engagement to support supplier qualification, integration, and production readiness.

This position is ideal for a procurement leader experienced in highly technical, government-adjacent, or capital-intensive environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute procurement strategy supporting R&D, pilot production, and manufacturing scale-up
• Lead sourcing, supplier selection, negotiations, and long-term agreements for complex, engineered components and subsystems
• Manage supplier risk, including single-source dependencies, capacity constraints, and long-lead items
• Partner with engineering on should-cost modeling, make/buy decisions, and value engineering initiatives
• Establish procurement processes, controls, KPIs, and governance appropriate for a rapidly scaling technology company
• Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing procurement and supply chain team
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Finance, and Program Management
• Support compliance with contractual, regulatory, and export-control requirements
• Interface with government-funded program requirements as applicable

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or a related discipline (Master’s preferred)
• 10+ years of progressive procurement or supply chain leadership experience
• Proven experience sourcing complex electromechanical, optical, vacuum, plasma, or precision-manufactured systems
• Strong contract negotiation skills with high-value, long-lead suppliers
• Experience operating in fast-paced, technically complex environments
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and structured procurement processes

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in semiconductor capital equipment, aerospace, defense, photonics, or advanced energy systems
• Background supporting DOE, NNSA, DOD programs, national laboratories, or federally funded R&D initiatives
• Experience in startup, scale-up, or first-of-a-kind manufacturing environments
• Understanding of government compliance, reporting, and audit considerations

Additional Information

• This is a full-time appointment.
• xLight offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package with stock options, holidays, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, and life insurance and 401(k) retirement plan with company matching.
• In compliance with federal and state equal employment opportunity laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions at xLight without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions, absent undue hardship.
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xLight Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is clear: there shall be no discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, or sexual orientation. We are an inclusive organization and actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills and potential. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone.

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Job Title: Hardware Lead

Location: Mountain View, CA

Client : LTTS

Job Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

The Hardware Lead will be responsible for leading automotive hardware design and development activities, ensuring compliance with functional safety standards and delivering robust, production-ready electronic systems. The role requires extensive experience in analog and digital circuit design within the automotive domain, along with strong expertise in safety analysis and hardware validation methodologies.

The ideal candidate will have proven leadership capabilities, hands-on experience with ISO 26262, and prior exposure to Infotainment and/or Telematics systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end hardware development lifecycle activities from concept through production release.
• Design and develop analog and digital electronic circuits for automotive applications.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 26262 Functional Safety standards across hardware development phases.
• Perform and oversee safety and reliability analyses including:
• Worst Case Analysis (WCA/WCCA)
• Hardware Design FMEA (DFMEA)
• FMEDA (Failure Modes, Effects and Diagnostic Analysis)
• Fault Tree Analysis (FTA)
• Conduct schematic reviews, component selection, and design validation activities.
• Support hardware integration, verification, validation, and production support.
• Utilize engineering tools such as Mathcad, Ansys Medini, and other industry-standard analysis tools.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including Software, Mechanical, System Engineering, and Validation teams.
• Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to hardware engineers.
• Ensure adherence to automotive quality processes and industry standards.

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum 10 years of experience in Automotive Hardware Development.
• At least 2 years of experience in Infotainment and/or Telematics systems.
• Strong expertise in analog and digital circuit design for automotive ECUs.
• Hands-on experience in:
• Worst Case Analysis (WCA)
• Hardware DFMEA
• FMEDA
• FTA
• In-depth knowledge of ISO 26262 Functional Safety lifecycle.
• Experience working with automotive communication protocols (CAN, LIN, Ethernet – preferred).
• Proficiency in engineering and safety analysis tools such as Mathcad and Ansys Medini.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Job Title: Plastic Tooling Engineer

Location: Newark, CA

Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced plastic tooling engineer to support the development of high-quality automotive components. In this role, you will contribute to a world-class vehicle engineering team by providing expertise in plastic tooling and injection molding processes. You will work closely with design engineers and suppliers to ensure tooling feasibility, manufacturability, and cost efficiency from the Design for Manufacturing (DFM) phase through product launch.

Key Responsibilities

• Support vehicle engineering teams with plastic tooling and polymer expertise throughout product development.
• Collaborate with design engineers and suppliers to evaluate tooling feasibility, DFM, efficiency, and cost optimization.
• Review and approve mold concepts, mold designs, and flow simulation studies before tool kick-off.
• Ensure all tooling designs comply with company tooling standards and maintain detailed documentation of the review and approval process.
• Provide guidance on injection molding processes and tooling technologies to ensure product quality and manufacturing robustness.
• Conduct on-site supplier visits and tooling audits to assess tool quality and condition.
• Lead injection molding process optimization and tool validation activities.
• Support cross-functional teams and represent the tooling team in communications with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Participate in tool cost estimation, change cost evaluation, and process improvement initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in plastic injection molding and tooling design evaluation.
• Strong experience reviewing DFM for injection molded parts, including automotive Class-A surface components.
• Deep knowledge of injection molding tooling technologies such as:
• In-mold decoration (IMD) / in-mold labeling (IML)
• Overmolding
• Back-injection
• Foaming processes
• Vario-thermal processes
• Experience reviewing flow simulation results using tools such as Autodesk MoldFlow or similar software.
• Hands-on experience with plastic injection molding process setup and optimization.
• Experience with tooling cost estimation and tooling change evaluation.
• Strong documentation, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 25%.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in an automotive product development environment from concept to launch.
• Hands-on experience performing MoldFlow simulations, first tool trials, and tooling approvals.
• Experience with tool should-costing analysis and cost impact evaluation for design decisions.

ob Title: Hardware Design Engineer - Analog and Circuit design

Location: Mountain View, CA

Duration: Long Term

Job Summary

The Senior Hardware Design Engineer will be responsible for the design, development, and validation of automotive electronic hardware systems. The role requires strong expertise in analog and digital circuit design, automotive hardware development processes, and functional safety compliance per ISO 26262. The candidate will work closely with cross-functional hardware and system teams to deliver high-quality, safety-compliant automotive solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop analog and digital electronic circuits for automotive applications.
• Execute complete automotive hardware development activities in alignment with industry standards and internal processes.
• Perform hardware safety analyses, including:
• Worst Case Circuit Analysis (WCCA)
• Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA)
• Failure Modes, Effects, and Diagnostic Analysis (FMEDA)
• Fault Tree Analysis (FTA)
• Ensure compliance with ISO 26262 Functional Safety requirements throughout the hardware development lifecycle.
• Utilize engineering and analysis tools such as Mathcad, Ansys Medini, and other relevant software tools.
• Collaborate closely with hardware, systems, and cross-functional teams through continuous and effective communication.
• Support design reviews, documentation, and validation activities as required.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical, Electronics, or related Engineering discipline.
• 5–10 years of experience in hardware design for automotive applications.
• Strong hands-on experience in analog and digital circuit design.
• In-depth knowledge of automotive hardware development processes and standards.
• Proven experience working with ISO 26262 Functional Safety standards.
• Hands-on experience performing WCCA, DFMEA, FMEDA, and FTA.
• Proficiency with engineering tools such as Mathcad, Ansys Medini, or equivalent.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

About Castelion

Castelion is bringing a new approach to defense development and production: one that focuses on short, iterative design cycles, rapid testing in development, and modern commercial manufacturing strategies for production at scale. We design, build, and test next generation weapon systems to give America and its Allies a definitive edge in defense capabilities.

Automation and Controls Engineer

The Automation and Controls Engineer will design, build, and commission robust manufacturing systems for production of hypersonic-flight components.

Success requires a practical application of engineering principles to design, build, test, and commission process hardware, integrate new technologies into our production line, and integrate process equipment and technologies within our production line. We are seeking a hands-on problem solver with strong expertise in electro-mechanical system design and automation systems, as well as experience working with machinery and production environments.

The key to excelling in this position is the effective application of mechanical, electrical, and control systems expertise to enable our manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, customize, and test hardware and control systems for integration into composite manufacturing equipment balancing process requirements, cost and leadtime considerations.
• Partner with mechanical, materials, and manufacturing engineering teams to align on hardware requirements and design solutions.
• Mature manufacturing processes via the implementation of process control systems and procedures to ensure production consistency and reliability.
• Work with suppliers and vendors to define specifications and ensure on-time delivery of equipment for production needs.
• Troubleshoot hardware malfunction issues to minimize downtime and improve operations.
• Provide guidance and implement robust plans for hardware maintenance and calibration to ensure reliable operation of the manufacturing equipment.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, aerospace engineering or industrial engineering.
• 2+ years of experience in a fast-paced aerospace, automotive, or manufacturing production environment.
• Experience identifying, trouble shooting and rectifying complex manufacturing issues involving multiple production resources in a deadline driven environment.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes (machining, welding, forming, composites).
• Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to engage in hands-on work to test and implement ideas.
• CAD / CAM (Siemens NX).
• Computer Programming (Python, C, NodeJS, HTML, CSS).

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Master's degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, aerospace engineering or industrial engineering.
• 4+ years of experience in a fast-paced aerospace manufacturing and production environment.
• Automation (PLC programming, Industrial Robotics).
• CNC Machining.
• IoT / Connected factory concepts.
• Networking skills.

Leadership Qualities

• Bias to Action and Creative Problem Solving. Desire and experience questioning assumptions in ways that lead to break through ideas that are ultimately implemented. Successfully bring in applicable processes/concepts/materials from other industries to achieve efficiency gains. Ability to work independently and resolve minor issues in development with minimal oversight and support.
• High Commitment, High Initiative. A successful candidate will have a genuine passion for Castelion's mission and consistently look for ways to contribute to the company's technical goals and prevent hardware blockers. Ability to work in a fast paced, autonomously driven, and demanding atmosphere. Strong sense of accountability and integrity.
• Clear Communicator. Proactively communicates blockers. Trusted in previous roles to be voice of company with regulators, suppliers, gate keepers and customers. Capable of tactfully managing relationships with stakeholders to achieve company-desired outcomes without compromising relationships. Emails, IMs and verbal interactions are logical, drive clarity, and detailed enough to eliminate ambiguity.

ITAR Requirements

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Employment with Castelion is governed on the basis of competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

All employees are granted long-term stock incentives as part of their employment at Castelion. All employees receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental insurance, and the company offers four weeks of paid time off per year.

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At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.  

The Agile Hardware Solutions (AHS) strives to develop, mature, and deploy advanced product development capabilities across the Hardware Engineering discipline, enabling the business to deliver high quality work products at competitive discriminating velocity & cost.

The Agile Hardware Solutions (AHS) Department is seeking a Mechanical Dimensional Management Engineer, located in Tucson, AZ (Onsite)

Occasional domestic travel may be expected.

The Mechanical Dimensional Management (DM) Engineer is part of the Producibility Team within Agile Hardware Solutions. The DM Engineer collaborates directly with Mechanical Engineering, Materials & Processes and Design & Drafting from the Mechanical Products Team along with Operations, Quality and Supply Chain peers, and suppliers to implement mechanical producibility improvements on new and emerging programs, and upgrades to existing programs. 

The team executes tolerance optimization through primarily 3D tolerance and variation analysis and works with the design team to influence the final design.  Early engagement in the conceptual stage and throughout the development process will ensure that our designs are optimized with respect to tolerance controls and methods of manufacture.  The DM engineer plays an essential part in reducing product cost and ensuring functional quality. 

What You Will Do

As a member of the Dimensional Management and Producibility Team, you may support the team in the following ways:

• Perform detailed 3D complex dimensional tolerance analyses and review 1D tolerance analyses using various tools to evaluate design requirements of new and existing designs to calculate design margin / capability, and provide recommendations while adhering to cost, schedule, and manufacturing constraints.

• Work with product teams to develop coordinated datum flow and document via drawings including interface control drawings (ICDs).

• Apply, encode and decode Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) on various technical data packages.

• Contribute to the development and training of the practical application of GD&T, tolerance analysis methods, and tools.

• Where applicable become recognized as the Dimensional Management Lead on a program to coordinate various aspects of the Dimensional Management Closed Loop Process while supporting Critical Item Initiatives.

• Function as a self-starter while exercising considerable latitude in determining the strategic objectives and methods of achieving Dimensional Management goals.

• Where empowered within a program, offer assistance developing inspection plans for both internal inspection and as required by suppliers for compliance with specifications.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelors in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM), and 8 years’ professional engineering experience

• Experience in the application of GD&T principles (ASME Y14.5)

• Experience with CAD modeling (CREO preferred)

• Experience with commercial tolerance analysis tools (Siemens visVSA preferred)

Qualifications We Prefer

• Demonstrated working knowledge of statistical tolerancing methods (e.g., Monte Carlo simulations, RSS, MRSS, etc.)

• Working knowledge of fabrication processes, producibility enhancements, and inspection and validation methods

• Working knowledge of inspection planning, inspection methods and dimensional data analysis 

• ASME Certified GD&T Professional (GDTP per ASME Y14.5.2) or equivalent5 ASME standard (e.g.Y14.5) committee membership or similar involvement

• Expertise in various Inspection and Validation methods and tools, including gages & Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs)

What We Offer

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

• Relocation Eligible

Learn More & Apply Now!

• Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.

• Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

• This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA, an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here:  

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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About Castelion

Castelion is bringing a new approach to defense development and production: one that focuses on short, iterative design cycles, rapid testing in development, and modern commercial manufacturing strategies for production at scale. We're designing, building, and testing next generation long range strike weapons systems to give America and its Allies a definitive edge and deter future conflicts.

Operations Engineer

As an Operations Engineer, you will be the heartbeat of schedule execution for Castelion's hypersonic weapons development. You will architect and maintain integrated master schedules that span concept design, engineering development, hardware production, flight test, and operational deployment. Working across engineering, manufacturing, and government-program stakeholders, you will keep aggressive timelines on track and ensure that every milestone is grounded in technical reality.

This role demands a strategic thinker who is equally comfortable with hands-on execution and thrives in a dynamic startup environment. This person can bring order to complexity while supporting multiple high-stakes government programs.

Responsibilities

• Integrated Master Scheduling: Build and maintain end-to-end schedules from early design through full-rate production and fielding of hypersonic weapon systems.
• Critical Path Management: Identify dependencies, risks, and recovery options to keep programs aligned with contractual commitments and customer milestones.
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Partner with engineering leads, program managers, and operations teams to ensure schedule accuracy and timely updates.
• Data-Driven Insights: Develop tools, dashboards, and reports that provide real-time visibility to leadership and government customers.
• Process Improvement: Gain deep understanding of Castelion's engineering and manufacturing workflows to drive schedule fidelity and continuous improvement.
• Rapid Response: Lead high-tempo reviews, update schedules in response to evolving priorities, and escalate risks before they become blockers.
• Customer Interface: Provide schedule briefings and status updates to U.S. Government stakeholders, supporting formal reviews and contractual reporting

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in engineering, operations management, business, or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of experience in project planning, integrated master scheduling, or operations engineering.
• Proficiency with Smartsheet, Microsoft Project, Primavera, or comparable scheduling tools.
• Strong grasp of critical-path analysis, risk assessment, and work breakdown structures.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex projects in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
• Exceptional attention to detail and clear written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience with first-of-a-kind engineering projects or defense hardware production.
• Familiarity with hypersonic or missile-system development life cycles.
• Background in government acquisition programs and contractual reporting (e.g., CDRLs, IMS).
• Experience integrating third-party schedules and external supplier data into a master plan.
• Active Top Secret/SCI clearance.

All employees are granted long-term stock incentives as part of their employment at Castelion. All employees receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental insurance, and the company offers four weeks of paid time off per year.

Leadership Qualities

Bias to Action and Creative Problem Solving. Desire and experience questioning assumptions in ways that lead to break through ideas that are ultimately implemented. Successfully bring in applicable processes/concepts/materials from other industries to achieve efficiency gains. Ability to personally resolve minor issues in development without requiring significant support.

High Commitment, High Initiative. A successful candidate will have a genuine passion for Castelion's mission and consistently look for ways to contribute to the company's technical goals and prevent hardware blockers. Ability to work in a fast paced, autonomously driven, and demanding atmosphere. Strong sense of accountability and integrity.

Clear Communicator. Proactively communicates blockers. Trusted in previous roles to be voice of company with regulators, suppliers, gate keepers and customers. Capable of tactfully managing relationships with stakeholders to achieve company-desired outcomes without compromising relationships. Emails, IMs and verbal interactions are logical, drive clarity, and detailed enough to eliminate ambiguity.

ITAR Requirements:

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Employment with Castelion is governed on the basis of competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Senior Machine Maintenance Engineer

Chatsworth, California

Are you a Senior Machine Maintenance Engineer who thrives on diagnosing complex mechanical faults across large industrial machinery? Do you enjoy being the technical lead who restores uptime and improves reliability? Are you degree qualified in mechanical or electrical engineering and ready to take ownership of a high precision manufacturing site? If so, this opportunity may be the right next step for you.

We are working exclusively with a precision manufacturing business in Los Angeles producing high tolerance components on advanced CNC mills, lathes and grinding equipment. Our operation supports demanding industries and maintains tolerances to within 0.0005 inch. Equipment reliability is critical and the Senior Machine Maintenance Engineer will play a central role in protecting performance, uptime and quality.

As the Senior Machine Maintenance Engineer your responsibilities will include

• Deliver proactive preventive and predictive maintenance across industrial machinery including CNC equipment, grinding machines and large scale production systems

• Diagnose and resolve complex mechanical faults including alignment issues, vibration, spindle and bearing failures and precision loss

• Troubleshoot electrical and control systems including drives, motors, sensors and PLC integrated machinery

• Lead root cause investigations, implement corrective actions and improve long term machine reliability

• Develop maintenance strategies, mentor technicians and drive continuous improvement across the site

As the Senior Machine Maintenance Engineer you will bring

• A degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics or a related discipline

• Strong hands on mechanical diagnostic capability across industrial or manufacturing equipment

• Solid electrical fault finding skills including drives, motors and industrial control systems

• Experience working on large scale production machinery such as pressing machines, vacuum systems or similar heavy industrial equipment

• The confidence to work independently, document findings clearly and minimise production disruption

There is genuine progression available. You will have the scope to build and shape your own maintenance function over time, with increasing responsibility and strategic input. On site amenities and a collaborative culture make it a stable and rewarding place to work.

All successful applicants will be contacted within two working days.