Principal Thermal Protection System Engineer 

Location: Playa Vista, California (in-person, five days per week) 

Launch has changed the economics of space. Now it is time to return. 

Outpost is building the missing infrastructure between orbit and Earth: reusable vehicles that can bring payloads back from space and deliver them to a precise location within hours. We call it exologistics, space-to-Earth logistics at planetary scale. This is not a paper concept or a distant roadmap. Our system is in active development, with core technologies advancing toward flight readiness. 

The need is already here and the market has responded. We have validated demand through multiple defense and civil agreements, and a growing pipeline across government and commercial customers.  

Outpost is building the logistics layer that makes space economically useful in a new way: the ability to move material from orbit to Earth quickly, reliably, and affordably. Over time, that supports point-to-point logistics, 10 tons of cargo, anywhere on Earth in an hour. It also creates the foundation for a reusable reentry network and enables new categories of space activity, including in-space manufacturing, supporting AI data centers, advanced manufacturing and novel materials. 

We have a strong foundation, clear demand, and a technical path in front of us. Now the company is scaling rapidly. We are expanding the team, growing our operational footprint, and building the systems needed to execute at the next level. This is a chance to join a company with real traction, working on a problem that matters, at the point where execution and scale begin to define the outcome.

The Role 

The Principal Thermal Protection System Engineer (TPS) will lead the design, analysis, and implementation of the (TPS) for our Carryall reentry vehicle. This role sits at the intersection of high-temperature materials science, aerothermal analysis, and mechanical design. You will own the primary barrier that allows our vehicles to survive the extreme environments of reentry, turning the "impossible" physics of returning from orbit into a repeatable, reusable operation. 

You will work closely with engineering leadership and the mechanical engineering team, to architect a TPS that is robust enough to handle hypersonic heat fluxes and flexible enough to stow and deploy on orbit. This is a hands-on technical leadership role for someone who is ready to take ownership of a flight-critical subsystem from design through to flight qualification. 

Responsibilities 

• Lead TPS Architecture: Define the TPS architecture and thermal protection strategy for the Carryall vehicle, selecting materials and material stack-ups that balance thermal performance, mass, and mechanical flexibility.
• Aerothermal Analysis: Perform and guide high-fidelity aeroheating analysis (CFD) and thermal response modeling to validate specifications and predict performance under reentry loads.
• Material Qualification: Lead the testing and characterization of flexible and rigid TPS materials, including arc-jet testing, radiant heat testing, and mechanical load testing.
• Design for Manufacturability: Oversee the transition from theoretical design to flight hardware, managing vendor relationships for TPS materials including fabrics, thermal barriers, and adhesives.
• Validation & Verification: Develop and support the verification plan for the TPS subsystem, ensuring all requirements are met prior to flight.
• Technical Leadership: Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the technical roadmap for future scaled up re-entry vehicle generations 

Qualifications 

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Materials Engineering (or related field).
• 10+ years of experience in the development of thermal protection systems, hypersonic aerodynamics, or high-temperature structural materials.
• Deep understanding of heat transfer mechanisms (convection, radiation, conduction) specifically during atmospheric entry.
• Simulation expertise: Proficiency with thermal and ablation modeling tools (e.g., FIAT, CMA, Thermal Desktop, or custom solvers) and analysis software (ANSYS, MATLAB/Python).
• Hands-on experience with hardware testing, specifically environmental or arc-jet testing of TPS materials.
• Proven ability to manage complex trade studies involving mass, volume, and thermal performance.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to articulate complex thermal risks to the broader engineering team.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced startup environment where requirements may evolve and urgency is key. 

Preferred Experience 

• Active U.S. Government Security Clearance (Not required, but beneficial)
• Experience with Deployable Aerodynamic Decelerators (HIAD/ADEPT) or flexible thermal protection systems for reentry at extreme thermal heat. 
• Direct experience with hypersonic vehicle flight hardware from concept to post-flight analysis.
• Familiarity with government or commercial spaceflight standards (NASA/DoD) for thermal protection.
• Experience in a "Design, Build, Fly" environment with rapid iteration cycles. 

Compensation & Benefits 

• Competitive compensation: $160,000 - $210,000; (commensurate with experience). 
• Additional Compensation:  Annual performance-based bonuses that reward your impact.
• Shared upside: Meaningful equity in Outpost so you share directly in the value you help create.
• Comprehensive healthcare: Medical, dental, and vision coverage to keep you and your loved ones covered. We cover the base tier of medical insurance and all premiums of vision and dental. 
  
• Protection when it matters: Company-provided short- and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind, plus life insurance for even more security.
• PTO: Recharge on your own terms with paid time off, plus 9 days of paid holidays.
• Invest in your future: 401(k) with company match to help you build long-term wealth.
• Fueled for the mission: Daily DoorDash lunch stipend, plus unlimited snacks, coffee, and tea to keep you energized.
• Mission that matters: Work shoulder-to-shoulder with leaders from aerospace, new space, and deep-tech industries building the future of orbital infrastructure.
• Pet Friendly Office: Bring your furry friend into the office so that they can be a part of our mission too.
• Monthly Company Happy Hours and Events: Drinks at the local bar, hibachi nights, mini golfing and more! 

Snapshot 

At Google DeepMind, our research team is dedicated to tackling the most complex challenges in online information quality. We strive to advance the state of the art by developing innovative solutions to detect manipulated media and misleading narratives, ensuring the integrity of digital discourse. A prominent example of our scientific discovery is Backstory. Our interdisciplinary work spans provenance analysis and the creation of tools for AI-assisted information literacy, leveraging our technologies for the widespread public benefit of a safer online environment. We thrive in a supportive environment that encourages rapid prototyping and iteration, driving our research achievements directly into Google’s flagship models, including Gemini.

About us 

Artificial Intelligence could be one of humanity’s most useful inventions. At Google DeepMind, we’re a team of scientists, engineers, machine learning experts and more, working together to advance the state of the art in artificial intelligence. We use our technologies for widespread public benefit and scientific discovery, and collaborate with others on critical challenges, ensuring safety and ethics are the highest priority.

We’re a dedicated scientific community, committed to “solving intelligence” and ensuring our technology is used for widespread public benefit. 

We’ve built a supportive and inclusive environment where collaboration is encouraged and learning is shared freely. We don’t set limits based on what others think is possible or impossible. We drive ourselves and inspire each other to push boundaries and achieve ambitious goals.

The role

To succeed in this role, you will need to be passionate about advancing information literacy using machine learning and other computational techniques. You'll join an interdisciplinary team of domain experts, ML researchers, and engineers to research and build multimodal reasoning systems and Vision-Language Models (VLMs) to assess the trustworthiness of media (images, audio, and videos) on the internet.   

Key responsibilities:

• Plan and perform rapid prototyping of computer vision and multimodal machine learning techniques applied to determining authenticity of media information.
• Design and train multimodal models capable of complex visual reasoning.
• Undertake exploratory analysis to inform experimentation and research directions.
• Engage with product teams to drive the development of our research.
• Implement tools, libraries, and frameworks to speed up and enable new research.
• Report and present research findings, software developments, experimental results, and data analysis clearly and efficiently.
• Collaborate with internal and external scientific domain experts.

About you

In order to set you up for success as a Research Engineer at Google DeepMind, we look for the following skills and experience:

• PhD/Master’s degree in Computer Science, AI, ML, or equivalent practical experience.
• At least 2 years of relevant experience developing computer vision techniques or multimodal machine learning models.
• Experience in software development using Python and deep learning frameworks (e.g., Jax, TensorFlow, PyTorch), with a proven track record of building high-quality research prototypes and systems.
• Quantitative skills in math and statistics.
• Experience exploring, analysing and visualising data.

In addition, the following would be an advantage: 

• Experience in training and deployment of large-scale models.
• Experience with Video Understanding
• Experience with Large Language Models, prompt engineering, few-shot learning, post-training techniques, and evaluations.
• A proven track record of research or engineering achievements, such as publications in peer-reviewed conferences or journals.

When assessing technical background we will take a holistic view of the mix of scientific, ML and computational experience. We do not expect you to be an expert in all fields simultaneously.

At Google DeepMind, we value diversity of experience, knowledge, backgrounds and perspectives and harness these qualities to create extraordinary impact. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of sex, race, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, citizenship, marital, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, or related condition (including breastfeeding) or any other basis as protected by applicable law. If you have a disability or additional need that requires accommodation, please do not hesitate to let us know.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is between 174,000 USD - 252,000 USD + bonus + equity + benefits. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your targeted location during the hiring process.

Senior Software Engineer

Location: Playa Vista, California (in-person, five days per week)

Launch has changed the economics of space. Now it is time to return. 

Outpost is building the missing infrastructure between orbit and Earth: reusable vehicles that can bring payloads back from space and deliver them to a precise location within hours. We call it exologistics, space-to-Earth logistics at planetary scale. This is not a paper concept or a distant roadmap. Our system is in active development, with core technologies advancing toward flight readiness. 

The need is already here and the market has responded. We have validated demand through multiple defense and civil agreements, and a growing pipeline across government and commercial customers.  

Outpost is building the logistics layer that makes space economically useful in a new way: the ability to move material from orbit to Earth quickly, reliably, and affordably. Over time, that supports point-to-point logistics, 10 tons of cargo, anywhere on Earth in an hour. It also creates the foundation for a reusable reentry network and enables new categories of space activity, including in-space manufacturing, supporting AI data centers, advanced manufacturing and novel materials. 

We have a strong foundation, clear demand, and a technical path in front of us. Now the company is scaling rapidly. We are expanding the team, growing our operational footprint, and building the systems needed to execute at the next level. This is a chance to join a company with real traction, working on a problem that matters, at the point where execution and scale begin to define the outcome.

The Team

As Senior Software Engineer, you will be working with all aspects of the Outpost software stack, from application layer flight code, GNC integration, embedded systems, all the way to Ground Software. You'll collaborate closely with avionics hardware engineers, GNC specialists, and other team members to create efficient and sustainable solutions. This position offers the chance to engage in all aspects of spacecraft development, from system architecture and rapid prototyping to full flight/Earth-Return projects, managing flight hardware during ground tests, and providing mission operations support. 

Responsibilities

• Design and develop all flight, ground, & operations software for Outpost missions.
• Work cross functionally with all other disciplines (GNC, Power, Propulsion, and Thermal) to support algorithm implementation and integration into the software.
• Write quality bare metal, RTOS, or Linux based software for embedded processors in C/C++.
• Develop driver-level code to interface with sensors and actuators onboard the vehicle.
• Own the complete lifecycle of software development, from design, testing, to integration.
• Conduct bring-up activities in SITL and HITL environments to test avionics & software integration.

Qualifications 

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, or another related field.
• Experience writing flight software that has flown in space.
• Minimum of 6 years of spacecraft software engineering or software development experience in C++ or a similar language.
• Work on-site in Playa Vista, CA.

Preferred Experience   

• Experience with FAA Part 450 commercial space launch and reentry licensing requirements.
• Experience writing safety-critical software, especially for aerospace applications.
• Strong understanding of computer architecture and operating systems.
• Experience integrating GNC algorithms into FSW.
• Extensive spacecraft software development experience across a range of languages (e.g. C++/Python).
• Hands-on experience with serial protocols such as UART, CAN, I2C, SPI, and/or Ethernet(TCP/UDP).
• Hands-on experience with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and digital multimeters.
• Familiarity with Docker, Git, CMake, and GNU tools.
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation: $160,000 - $220,000; (commensurate with experience).
• Additional Compensation:  Annual performance-based bonuses that reward your impact.
• Shared upside: Meaningful equity in Outpost so you share directly in the value you help create.
• Comprehensive healthcare: Medical, dental, and vision coverage to keep you and your loved ones covered. We cover the base tier of medical insurance and all premiums of vision and dental. 
  
• Protection when it matters: Company-provided short- and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind, plus life insurance for even more security.
• PTO: Recharge on your own terms with paid time off, plus 9 days of paid holidays.
• Invest in your future: 401(k) with company match to help you build long-term wealth.
• Fueled for the mission: Daily DoorDash lunch stipend, plus unlimited snacks, coffee, and tea to keep you energized.
• Mission that matters: Work shoulder-to-shoulder with leaders from aerospace, new space, and deep-tech industries building the future of orbital infrastructure.
• Pet Friendly Office: Bring your furry friend into the office so that they can be a part of our mission too.
• Monthly Company Happy Hours and Events: Drinks at the local bar, hibachi nights, mini golfing and more! 

You must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 ,or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State

Senior Avionics Engineer

Location: Playa Vista, California (in-person, five days per week)

Launch has changed the economics of space. Now it is time to return. 

Outpost is building the missing infrastructure between orbit and Earth: reusable vehicles that can bring payloads back from space and deliver them to a precise location within hours. We call it exologistics, space-to-Earth logistics at planetary scale. This is not a paper concept or a distant roadmap. Our system is in active development, with core technologies advancing toward flight readiness. 

The need is already here and the market has responded. We have validated demand through multiple defense and civil agreements, and a growing pipeline across government and commercial customers.  

Outpost is building the logistics layer that makes space economically useful in a new way: the ability to move material from orbit to Earth quickly, reliably, and affordably. Over time, that supports point-to-point logistics, 10 tons of cargo, anywhere on Earth in an hour. It also creates the foundation for a reusable reentry network and enables new categories of space activity, including in-space manufacturing, supporting AI data centers, advanced manufacturing and novel materials. 

We have a strong foundation, clear demand, and a technical path in front of us. Now the company is scaling rapidly. We are expanding the team, growing our operational footprint, and building the systems needed to execute at the next level. This is a chance to join a company with real traction, working on a problem that matters, at the point where execution and scale begin to define the outcome.

The Team

The Avionics team is responsible for the design, testing, and production of electronic systems for Outpost’s Earth return vehicles and ground support equipment. You'll collaborate closely with engineers across multiple domains to create efficient and sustainable solutions. This position offers the chance to engage in all aspects of spacecraft development and own avionics subsystems from end to end, from architecture and requirements definition through design, test, integration, and providing support during flight and re-entry.

Responsibilities

• Develop electrical architectures, design circuits, capture schematics, and lay out PCBAs.
• Design custom electrical harnesses and oversee harness builds.
• Make build vs. buy decisions to best satisfy design, schedule, and budget requirements.
• Develop and support electrical ground equipment and test hardware, including HITL and FlatSat setups.
• Drive root-cause analysis and troubleshooting of electronics-related issues in spacecraft and ground systems.
• Interface directly with external vendors to ensure that hardware is delivered on time and with expected quality.
• Contribute to defining avionics team best practices such as documentation, design reviews, and hardware-related development processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, physics, or related field.
• 6+ years of experience designing and building electrical hardware for high-reliability applications such as aerospace, defense, or automotive.
• Hands-on experience with electrical test equipment (e.g., multimeters, signal generators, oscilloscopes, electronic loads).

Preferred Experience

• 8+ years of relevant experience.
• Ability to write software scripts to automate hardware testing in Python or a similar language.
• Prior clean-sheet design projects in one or more of the following areas: embedded systems, power distribution, instrumentation and sensor selection, avionics, analog and mixed-signal circuits.
• Experience designing electronics which balance radiation tolerance with budgetary and schedule constraints.
• Ability to work in an autonomously driven startup environment and independently prioritize tasks.
• Experience with integrating a vehicle system and/or debugging system-level electrical issues.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation: $115,000 – $185,000; (commensurate with experience).
• Additional Compensation:  Annual performance-based bonuses that reward your impact.
• Shared upside: Meaningful equity in Outpost so you share directly in the value you help create.
• Comprehensive healthcare: Medical, dental, and vision coverage to keep you and your loved ones covered. We cover the base tier of medical insurance and all premiums of vision and dental. 
  
• Protection when it matters: Company-provided short- and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind, plus life insurance for even more security.
• PTO: Recharge on your own terms with paid time off, plus 9 days of paid holidays.
• Invest in your future: 401(k) with company match to help you build long-term wealth.
• Fueled for the mission: Daily DoorDash lunch stipend, plus unlimited snacks, coffee, and tea to keep you energized.
• Mission that matters: Work shoulder-to-shoulder with leaders from aerospace, new space, and deep-tech industries building the future of orbital infrastructure.
• Pet Friendly Office: Bring your furry friend into the office so that they can be a part of our mission too.
• Monthly Company Happy Hours and Events: Drinks at the local bar, hibachi nights, mini golfing and more! 

You must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 , or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State

General Application 2026

Location: Playa Vista, California (in-person, five days per week) 

Launch has changed the economics of space. Now it is time to return. 

Outpost is building the missing infrastructure between orbit and Earth: reusable vehicles that can bring payloads back from space and deliver them to a precise location within hours. We call it exologistics, space-to-Earth logistics at planetary scale. This is not a paper concept or a distant roadmap. Our system is in active development, with core technologies advancing toward flight readiness. 

The need is already here and the market has responded. We have validated demand through multiple defense and civil agreements, and a growing pipeline across government and commercial customers.  

Outpost is building the logistics layer that makes space economically useful in a new way: the ability to move material from orbit to Earth quickly, reliably, and affordably. Over time, that supports point-to-point logistics, 10 tons of cargo, anywhere on Earth in an hour. It also creates the foundation for a reusable reentry network and enables new categories of space activity, including in-space manufacturing, supporting AI data centers, advanced manufacturing and novel materials. 

We have a strong foundation, clear demand, and a technical path in front of us. Now the company is scaling rapidly. We are expanding the team, growing our operational footprint, and building the systems needed to execute at the next level. This is a chance to join a company with real traction, working on a problem that matters, at the point where execution and scale begin to define the outcome.

The Role 

Use your imagination, the space is infinite with possibilities, you’ll work at a place where we exist to accelerate the transition of industry off Earth. In the near term, that means building the return lane from space and making it so useful that we have created various forms of use cases for what we are building here for our customers. Be part of a space start-up, owning the processes and tooling that enable rapid, reliable hardware development. We are looking for passionate, highly-driven people who thrive in a build-heavy environment and can move seamlessly between execution, growth, and focus. We are not another rocket company.

Interested in working at Outpost and joining our mission? Please submit our general application below.

We are rapidly hiring for the below positions: 

Lead Avionics Engineer

Lead Software Engineer

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Senior Electrical Engineer

Senior Software Engineer

Don't see a job you are interested in? We will be hiring for more positions, so please submit an application. 

Benefits & Compensation

• Competitive compensation: (commensurate with experience).
• Additional Compensation:  Annual performance-based bonuses that reward your impact.
• Shared upside: Meaningful equity in Outpost so you share directly in the value you help create.
• Comprehensive healthcare: Medical, dental, and vision coverage to keep you and your loved ones covered. We cover the base tier of medical insurance and all premiums of vision and dental. 
  
• Protection when it matters: Company-provided short- and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind, plus life insurance for even more security.
• PTO: Recharge on your own terms with paid time off, plus 9 days of paid holidays.
• Invest in your future: 401(k) with company match to help you build long-term wealth.
• Fueled for the mission: Daily DoorDash lunch stipend, plus unlimited snacks, coffee, and tea to keep you energized.
• Mission that matters: Work shoulder-to-shoulder with leaders from aerospace, new space, and deep-tech industries building the future of orbital infrastructure.
• Pet Friendly Office: Bring your furry friend into the office so that they can be a part of our mission too.
• Monthly Company Happy Hours and Events: Drinks at the local bar, hibachi nights, mini golfing and more! 

Mechanical Engineer 

Location: Playa Vista, California (in-person, five days per week) 

Launch has changed the economics of space. Now it is time to return. 

Outpost is building the missing infrastructure between orbit and Earth: reusable vehicles that can bring payloads back from space and deliver them to a precise location within hours. We call it exologistics, space-to-Earth logistics at planetary scale. This is not a paper concept or a distant roadmap. Our system is in active development, with core technologies advancing toward flight readiness. 

The need is already here, and the market has responded. We have validated demand through multiple defense and civil agreements, and a growing pipeline across government and commercial customers. 

Outpost is building the logistics layer that makes space economically useful in a new way: the ability to move material from orbit to Earth quickly, reliably, and affordably. Over time, that supports point-to-point logistics, 10 tons of cargo, anywhere on Earth in an hour. It also creates the foundation for a reusable reentry network and enables new categories of space activity, including in-space manufacturing, supporting AI data centers, advanced manufacturing, and novel materials. 

We have a strong foundation, clear demand, and a technical path in front of us. Now the company is scaling rapidly. We are expanding the team, growing our operational footprint, and building the systems needed to execute at the next level. This is a chance to join a company with real traction, working on a problem that matters, at the point where execution and scale begin to define the outcome.  

The Role 

Outpost's vehicles are unlike anything in the market, reusable, fabric-shielded, paraglider-guided Earth-return spacecraft. We're looking for a Mechanical Engineer who will own the design and delivery of flight and ground hardware for our Atmospheric Entry (ATMO) subsystem, the hardware that keeps customer payloads safe from launch through landing. 

This role spans the full engineering lifecycle, design, analysis, drawing release, build support, and test. You'll work alongside an integrated team and have meaningful ownership of your hardware from day one. 

What You’ll Do 

• Design and develop mechanical systems for atmospheric recovery, including deployable structures, aerodynamic decelerators, recovery mechanisms, airframe interfaces, and precision landing hardware from requirements through release, build support, and qualification.
• Develop CDR-level design packages: CAD, drawings, specifications, analysis, and test plans.
• Define and manage hardware requirements, interface with mission operations and payload customers.
• Perform or coordinate structural and thermal analysis to verify hardware margins.
• Write and execute qualification and acceptance test procedures, support environmental test campaigns.
• Participate in peer reviews and formal milestone reviews (CDR, TRR, etc.).
• Drive design reviews (PDR/CDR) and prepare clear documentation, drawings, BOMs, and work instructions.
• Perform other duties as required.

 Qualifications 

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering.
• 5-10 years designing flight hardware structures and mechanisms.
• Experience taking hardware from concept to production and/or flight.
• Strong proficiency in CAD (SolidWorks, NX, or similar) and mechanical analysis tools (structural/thermal in Ansys - Solidworks).
• Experience designing structures, mechanisms, deployables, or aerodynamic structures (parachutes/paragliders, flaps, linkages, hinges, etc.).
• Understanding of load path, interfaces, and environmental requirements for high-energy flight environments.
• Experience executing rapid, hands-on prototypes to support fast design–build–test cycles.
• Excellent documentation, communication, and technical writing skills.
• Understanding of spacecraft environmental requirements (launch loads, shock, vibration, thermal).
• Write and read engineering requirements and interface control documents.
• Strong cross-functional communication - you'll work daily with systems, integration, and test engineers. 

 Preferred Experience 

• Experience taking hardware through at least one formal design review (PDR or CDR); exposure to qualification testing strongly preferred. 
• Experience with reentry systems, atmospheric flight vehicles, TPS interfaces, or parachute/paraglider systems.
• Background integrating soft goods with rigid structures.
• Experience in hypersonic, supersonic, or high-aero-load environments.
• Field test experience (drop tests, flight tests, parachute deployments, etc.).
• Familiarity with DOF-limited mechanisms and precision actuation in harsh environments. 

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation: $125,000 – $160,000; (commensurate with experience).
• Additional Compensation:  Annual performance-based bonuses that reward your impact.
• Shared upside: Meaningful equity in Outpost so you share directly in the value you help create.
• Comprehensive healthcare: Medical, dental, and vision coverage to keep you and your loved ones covered. We cover the base tier of medical insurance and all premiums of vision and dental. 
  
• Protection when it matters: Company-provided short- and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind, plus life insurance for even more security.
• PTO: Recharge on your own terms with paid time off, plus 9 days of paid holidays.
• Invest in your future: 401(k) with company match to help you build long-term wealth.
• Fueled for the mission: Daily DoorDash lunch stipend, plus unlimited snacks, coffee, and tea to keep you energized.
• Mission that matters: Work shoulder-to-shoulder with leaders from aerospace, new space, and deep-tech industries building the future of orbital infrastructure.
• Pet Friendly Office: Bring your furry friend into the office so that they can be a part of our mission too.
• Monthly Company Happy Hours and Events: Drinks at the local bar, hibachi nights, mini golfing and more! 

You must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 ,or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. 

The Maneuver Dominance team at Anduril develops operationally relevant, multi-asset autonomy. We are focused on building the next generation of autonomous capabilities by leveraging existing Anduril platforms like Ghost or Altius, bringing 3rd party platforms into Anduril's Lattice ecosystem, and developing breakthrough systems that will shape the future of the battlefield. If you are interested in working in an extremely innovative and fast paced environment, where your work directly makes an impact and difference in the products that are fielded this a fantastic opportunity.

As a UAS Flight Test Engineer you will plan, execute and report on developmental and operational flight Test & Evaluation (T&E) activities. You will work alongside a team of engineers and test specialists assisting in the wider management and coordination of test and evaluation within the US, UK and Europe under both civil and military approval schemes.

What You'll Do

• Conduct rigorous testing and evaluation of Group 3 UAS to ensure performance and reliability.
• Deploy to remote test sites within the US, with opportunity to support trials in overseas locations.
• Participate in weekly stand-ups and provide progress reports to program and T&E leadership.
• Develop and execute focused test plans for internal and customer trials.
• Develop and implement baseline safety plans to mitigate risks during testing.
• Communicate effectively within the team and across the organization.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical field.
• 2-5+ years of experience in UAS integration, testing, and project management.
• Ability and willingness to travel >75% time to remote locations in the US and overseas.
• Understanding of the National Airspace System and UAS regulations.
• Practical experience with large UAS testing and development.
• Strong grasp of engineering principles and technical concepts.
• Ability to organize, coordinate work effectively, and document thoroughly.
• Familiarity with rotary-wing and fixed-wing aerodynamics and flight control systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently and in teams.
• Flexibility to work extended hours as needed.
• FAA Part 107 certificate holder.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in engineering, robotics, computer science, or a related field.
• Hands-on experience with complex and autonomous UAS.

The Maneuver Dominance team at Anduril develops operationally relevant, multi-asset autonomy. We are focused on building the next generation of autonomous capabilities by leveraging existing Anduril platforms like Ghost or Altius, bringing 3rd party platforms into Anduril's Lattice ecosystem, and developing breakthrough systems that will shape the future of the battlefield. If you are interested in working in an extremely innovative and fast paced environment, where your work directly makes an impact and difference in the products that are fielded this a fantastic opportunity.

As a Senior UAS Flight Test Engineer you will plan, execute and report on developmental and operational flight Test & Evaluation (T&E) activities. You will work alongside a team of engineers and test specialists assisting in the wider management and coordination of test and evaluation within the US, UK and Europe under both civil and military approval schemes.

What You'll Do

• Conduct rigorous testing and evaluation of Group 3 UAS to ensure performance and reliability.
• Deploy to remote test sites within the US, with opportunity to support trials in overseas locations.
• Participate in weekly stand-ups and provide progress reports to program and T&E leadership.
• Develop and execute focused test plans for internal and customer trials.
• Develop and implement baseline safety plans to mitigate risks during testing.
• Communicate effectively within the team and across the organization.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical field.
• 8+ years of experience in UAS integration, testing, and project management.
• Ability and willingness to travel >75% time to remote locations in the US and overseas.
• Understanding of the National Airspace System and UAS regulations.
• Practical experience with large UAS testing and development.
• Strong grasp of engineering principles and technical concepts.
• Ability to organize, coordinate work effectively, and document thoroughly.
• Familiarity with rotary-wing and fixed-wing aerodynamics and flight control systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently and in teams.
• Flexibility to work extended hours as needed.
• FAA Part 107 certificate holder.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in engineering, robotics, computer science, or a related field.
• Hands-on experience with complex and autonomous UAS.

Mechanical Engineer 

Location: Playa Vista, California (in-person, five days per week) 

Launch has changed the economics of space. Now it is time to return. 

Outpost is building the missing infrastructure between orbit and Earth: reusable vehicles that can bring payloads back from space and deliver them to a precise location within hours. We call it exologistics, space-to-Earth logistics at planetary scale. This is not a paper concept or a distant roadmap. Our system is in active development, with core technologies advancing toward flight readiness. 

The need is already here, and the market has responded. We have validated demand through multiple defense and civil agreements, and a growing pipeline across government and commercial customers. 

Outpost is building the logistics layer that makes space economically useful in a new way: the ability to move material from orbit to Earth quickly, reliably, and affordably. Over time, that supports point-to-point logistics, 10 tons of cargo, anywhere on Earth in an hour. It also creates the foundation for a reusable reentry network and enables new categories of space activity, including in-space manufacturing, supporting AI data centers, advanced manufacturing, and novel materials. 

We have a strong foundation, clear demand, and a technical path in front of us. Now the company is scaling rapidly. We are expanding the team, growing our operational footprint, and building the systems needed to execute at the next level. This is a chance to join a company with real traction, working on a problem that matters, at the point where execution and scale begin to define the outcome.  

The Role 

Outpost's vehicles are unlike anything in the market - reusable, fabric-shielded, paraglider-guided Earth-return spacecraft. We're looking for a Mechanical Engineer to join our Structures and Mechanism team who will design and build the test and qualification process for spacecraft components and vehicles - from concept through execution and data analysis. This is a deep mechanical role with elements of instrumentation and data acquisition, and strong ownership over how our hardware earns its right to fly. 

This role spans the full engineering lifecycle - design, analysis, drawing release, build support, and test. You'll work alongside an integrated team and have meaningful ownership of your hardware from day one.   

What You’ll Do  

• Design, model, and fabricate mechanical components and test fixtures for spacecraft assemblies, including heat shield, payload containment, parachute and paraglider systems, and primary and secondary structure.
• Select materials, fasteners, and mechanical interfaces that satisfy flight boundary conditions.
• Produce engineering drawings and documentation for in-house build or vendor fabrication.
• Iterate designs rapidly based on test outcomes and anomalies, build, test, learn, improve.
• Set up and execute test, including apply instrumentation (load cells, strain gauges, displacement sensors, thermocouples, pressure transducers), and verifying boundary conditions prior to every test run.
• Troubleshoot mechanical test anomalies hands-on: trace failures to root cause, propose corrective actions, and retest to closure Participate in peer reviews and formal milestone reviews (CDR, TRR, etc.).

 Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s or higher degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• 2-5+ years of hands-on experience designing flight hardware structures and mechanisms.
• Experience in hardware test development.
• Familiarity with spacecraft or launch vehicle components, or other space/aviation hardware where qualification and reliability are critical.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD (Siemens NX, CATIA, SolidWorks or similar) and GD&T.
• Experience taking hardware from design to build to test in an aerospace or space environment.
• Ability to read and understand mechanical drawings, GD&T.
• Strong documentation habits and familiarity with following structured standards and guidelines.
• Familiarity with NASA test and qualification standards (GEVS / NASA-STD-7002, SMC-S-016) and ASME Y14.5 drawing conventions at a functional level.

 Preferred Experience 

• Active U.S. Government Security Clearance (not required, but beneficial).
• Experience with data acquisition and analysis using at least one of: LabVIEW, Python, MATLAB, or similar tools.
• Experience with deployable space structures and mechanisms (booms, solar arrays, antennas, or aerobrakes). 

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation: $100,000 – $140,000; (commensurate with experience).
• Additional Compensation:  Annual performance-based bonuses that reward your impact.
• Shared upside: Meaningful equity in Outpost so you share directly in the value you help create.
• Comprehensive healthcare: Medical, dental, and vision coverage to keep you and your loved ones covered. We cover the base tier of medical insurance and all premiums of vision and dental. 
  
• Protection when it matters: Company-provided short- and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind, plus life insurance for even more security.
• PTO: Recharge on your own terms with paid time off, plus 9 days of paid holidays.
• Invest in your future: 401(k) with company match to help you build long-term wealth.
• Fueled for the mission: Daily DoorDash lunch stipend, plus unlimited snacks, coffee, and tea to keep you energized.
• Mission that matters: Work shoulder-to-shoulder with leaders from aerospace, new space, and deep-tech industries building the future of orbital infrastructure.
• Pet Friendly Office: Bring your furry friend into the office so that they can be a part of our mission too.
• Monthly Company Happy Hours and Events: Drinks at the local bar, hibachi nights, mini golfing and more! 

Lumos & Associates is a leading firm specializing in civil engineering, water resources management, and infrastructure projects. We are committed to providing innovative, sustainable solutions that meet the needs of our clients while promoting environmental stewardship. Our team is passionate about enhancing urban stormwater infrastructure and ensuring resilience in communities through effective water resources management. We are looking for an experienced and driven Project Manager with expertise in stormwater project management to join our dynamic team.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Project Manager to lead, oversee, and coordinate stormwater/water resources infrastructure projects from inception to completion. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management and civil engineering principles, hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, preparation of technical drainage studies, stormwater infrastructure design and the development of construction documents, with a focus on ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with all regulatory requirements.

As a leadership position within the company, the Project Manager promotes and develops new and repeat business opportunities that are in alignment with Lumos & Associates' strategies and goals.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision and guidance for overall objectives, critical issues, new concepts, and policy matters within team,
• Consult with Group Manager and Engineering Director concerning unusual project situations and obtain approvals as appropriate.
• Provide leadership in the development of new business and promoting repeat and referral business with existing clients.
• Prepare and review project proposals, qualification statements, promotional materials, and professional services agreements.
• Lead and coordinate project teams, including engineers, designers, and technical staff.
• Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, and monitor progress to ensure timely completion.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders.
• Lead the analysis and preparation of technical drainage reports for diverse projects including open channels, closed conduit systems, drainage master planning, erosion control and water quality improvements, stormwater pump stations, green infrastructure planning and design, and transportation drainage design.
• Oversee the preparation of construction documents for stormwater/water resources infrastructure projects including project management, project design, construction specifications, construction cost estimates, bidding assistance and construction services in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Perform watershed and stormwater system master planning and develop capital improvement or mitigation projects.
• Conduct project meetings, including client meetings, progress updates, and coordination with contractors and subcontractors.
• Perform hydrologic and hydraulic analysis and ensure design compliance with environmental and engineering standards.
• Conduct regional flood planning, and preparation and review of FEMA flood studies as well as CLOMRs and LOMRs.
• Oversee the preparation of technical documentation and presentations for clients and regulatory bodies.
• Ensure projects comply with environmental regulations and sustainable design practices, including low-impact development (LID) techniques.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and project team members.
• Manage project risks, resolve technical issues, and ensure quality control throughout the project lifecycle.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from four-year College or University with emphasis in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in relevant water resources engineering consulting/project management.
• Registered as a Professional Civil Engineer in Nevada/California/Idaho; ability to obtain Professional Civil Engineering license in resident state within 6 months of hire date.
• Proven expertise in developing and managing new business opportunities and client proposals.
• Proven experience managing stormwater management projects, including design, permitting, and implementation.
• Proficiency in stormwater modeling and design software (e.g., HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, SWMM, StormCAD, HY-8, AutoCAD, HydroCAD). Experience with advanced H&H modeling software including Infoworks ICM, XP-SWMM, two-dimensional modeling packages is preferred.
• GIS proficiency (ArcGIS or similar).
• Strong knowledge of hydrology and hydraulics principles
• Familiarity with FEMA floodplain mapping, CLOMR/LOMR processes.
• In-depth understanding of local, state, and federal stormwater design standards, regulations, and permitting processes.
• Proven experience successfully building trust, empowering people/teams, and making cross-functional cooperation happen in a highly engaged manner.
• Prior experience in managing a staff (supervise, train, coach, develop, motivate, interview, hire, terminate) and lead by example.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record (3 or fewer demerit points).

Pay Transparency Statement

The compensation range reflects the Company’s reasonable expectation at the time of posting. We consider a number of factors when making individual compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, and other business needs.

Lumos & Associates, a leader in civil engineering, is excited to open a brand-new office in Roseville, California, and we are looking for a skilled Group Manager to manage and grow the Civil Engineering practice in the Sacramento, California area.  The ideal candidate will have solid leadership and problem-solving skills, as well as a strategic mindset to help develop and grow the business. In addition, the candidate will have a proven track record of leading and mentoring design teams on a wide range of infrastructure and environmental projects, including water, wastewater, and stormwater systems, transportation infrastructure, and site development.

About Us:  At Lumos & Associates, we are known for our forward-thinking approach and commitment to excellence in civil engineering. As we expand our presence, we are committed to building a workplace that fosters a positive, engaging, and highly collaborative environment where employees can thrive. We invest in nurturing talent, encouraging professional development, and creating an environment that supports employee well-being. Our focus is on the growth of our business and employees, guided by our five core values: Stay Moving, Dip Down, Own It, Make it Right, and Take Pride.

About the Role:  The Group Manager will lead and grow the Engineering Division across our geographic service regions.  This position will have the opportunity to develop relationships with clients, identify new business through networking opportunities, manage client projects from start to finish, and recruit, hire, and mentor a multidisciplinary team of engineers and designers.

Success in this role comes from being self-motivated and driven to grow a new business, having an entrepreneurial spirit and interest in developing new connections.

About You:

• You are charismatic, friendly, and approachable with clients and colleagues, with a deep appreciation for building long-term, trusted relationships.
• You have an entrepreneurial spirit and insatiable drive to grow and develop business through your networking and project management efforts.
• You are a natural leader who manages a team with the right balance of accountability, empathy, and motivation to guide your team toward high-quality outcomes.
• You thrive in collaborative environments, welcoming diverse perspectives and fostering teamwork to solve complex challenges.
• You lead with respect and integrity, communicating thoughtfully, listening actively, and treating everyone with fairness and dignity.
• You are trusted and trusting, known for your integrity, reliability, and transparency, valuing others' abilities and decisions.
• As a leader, you inspire vision, foster teamwork, encourage innovation, and drive results while encouraging personal and professional growth.
• You empower others by encouraging autonomy, providing meaningful feedback, celebrating achievements, and supporting continuous development

 Key Responsibilities

• Provides leadership in the development of new business and promotes repeat and referral business with existing clients in alignment with company strategies and goals; participates in networking events and business development meetings. This includes reviewing, providing guidance on, and directing responses to SOQ, RFP, and RFQ responses.
• Formulates and recommends engineering policies and programs that guide the organization in maintaining and improving its competitive position and overall value in the market.
• Acts as liaison between division management/subordinate levels, as well as executive/division manager levels to inform personnel of communications, decisions, policies and procedures, and all matters that affect their performance, attitudes, and results.
• Establishes and maintains effective, professional relationships with relevant stakeholders, including clients, government agencies, and allied professionals, especially sub-consultants.
• Manages their group’s backlog and identifies staffing needs.
• Oversees delegation of work and distribution of project load across their group to ensure optimum efficiency and a healthy work/life balance.
• Reviews and approves all fee proposals and scopes of work prepared by their group.
• Oversees the delivery of high-quality projects and services to clients.
• Prepares and presents projects to local authorities (i.e. planning board, city council, and staff review committee meetings).
• Actively communicates business strategy and key results to operations staff. Facilitate regular staff meetings to promote open, transparent, and consistent communication.
• Mentors and coaches staff to achieve optimal job performance. Supports and encourages career development. Promotes positive employee relations and resolves employee issues. Supports team building with positive and open communication.
• Participates in staff selection/interview process. Recruit, hire, and oversee training of engineering staff.
• Other duties and special projects as assigned. 

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year College or University with an emphasis in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
• 10+ years’ proven experience in relevant civil engineering consulting/project management.
• Prior experience in managing teams in civil engineering (supervise, train, coach, develop, motivate, interview, hire, terminate).
• Registered as a Professional Civil Engineer in California.
• Proven expertise in developing and managing new business opportunities and client proposals.
• Demonstrated project management experience; prior experience with municipal infrastructure/public works projects is a plus.
• Computer proficient with advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word/Excel/Outlook).
• Collaborative team player able to lead strategy with persistent execution.
• Self-starter and hungry to lead initiatives that will grow and expand a business’s footprint in a dynamic, fast-paced and deadline driven environment.
• Outstanding results-oriented track record with excellent time/project management. Ability to apply cost/benefits analysis to requested projects.
• Proven experience successfully building trust, empowering people/teams, and making cross-functional cooperation happen in a highly engaged manner.
• Valid driver’s license and driving record with 3 or less demerit points.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Flight Test Engineer with a focus on developmental testing of a full range of Sub-sonic to Hypersonic systems. You will collaborate closely with program leadership and various departments to lead a team dedicated to solving tough problems and revolutionizing the industry. This role involves planning, coordinating, executing, and reporting on all aspects of the test program.

The Test and Evaluation team at Anduril works across the entire spectrum of products and business lines, as well as all flight operations and test range management. Our team conducts full system level development testing, new production acceptance testing, sub-component qualification testing and much more. In short, if it involves test, we support it. If you are interested in working in an extremely innovative and fast paced environment, where your work directly makes an impact and difference in the products that are fielded this a fantastic opportunity.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Collaborate with program management on rocket-launched (subsonic and supersonic) systems proposals, strategies, and test and evaluation solutions to meet program objectives.
• Work with program management, test leads, and engineering department leads to develop requirements, communicate test schedules and progress, establish test gates and milestones, and discuss test results.
• Lead a team to plan and execute full system-level T&E of hardware and software, focusing on resource planning, ground and flight testing, issue investigation, and process improvement.
• Serve as the lead test engineer for R&D rocket-launched systems, including development, certification, and integration testing of subsystems.
• Engage with civil and government certifying agencies to obtain necessary operational authorizations.
• Conduct ground and flight testing at private and government-owned test ranges.
• Support start up of new test facilities for super sonic testing.
• Support initial design, build, and integration phases hands-on.
• Plan, execute, and report on lab, ground, and flight tests.
• Oversee test data collection and perform initial data analysis.
• Ensure safe operations in accordance with established procedures.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical discipline from an accredited institution. Equivalent engineering experience may substitute for education.
• 7 to 10+ years of experience as program lead or test director for rocket-launched systems or developmental weapon systems, including requirements development, initial prototype builds, test planning, execution, and reporting.
• Extensive experience in SRM flight testing, guided SRM missile development, stage separation systems design and testing, and MRTFB operations and procedures.
• Expertise in developing Flight Safety Systems (FSS) compliant with MRTFB, RCC, and FAA standards.
• Experience as an MRTFB Range User, including adherence to local range safety requirements, analysis, simulation studies, and documentation submission.
• Knowledge of Flight Termination System (FTS) integration with range support and monitoring equipment.
• Experience with surrogate booster motor integration, preferably in hypersonic programs.
• Strong understanding of vehicle, payload, and ground safety equipment requirements.
• Familiarity with adjacent missile technology programs and funding opportunities.
• Experience with system engineering or DoD program processes (EVM, MIL-STD-881, etc.).
• Working knowledge of military standards (MIL-STD-8591, MIL-STD-2088, MIL-STD-1553, MIL-STD-1760, AS8775, AS5653, etc.).
• Experience integrating and conducting tests with ground or ship-based launch systems, and with suspension, arming, and release equipment.
• Familiarity with military missile system airworthiness certification standards and processes (ADS-45-HDBK, Seek Eagle, NNMSB, etc.).
• Ability to manage complex test schedules and coordinate with multiple stakeholders.
• Strong computer and documentation skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to travel for test planning and execution and work extended hours as needed.
• Proactive problem-solving attitude.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• A Master’s degree in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
• Knowledge of High-Power Rocketry standards (14 CFR part 101, NFPA 1127).
• High power rocketry certifications 1, 2 or 3
• Prior experience in Supersonic / Hypersonic Vehicle design and flight testing
• Prior experience in solid or liquid rocket propellent engine/booster testing
• Prior experience with software code/script building using programming languages such as Go, Java, C++, Python, JavaScript, etc.
• Prior experience using a flight simulation to support flight safety analysis including debris pattern propagation, instantaneous impact point (IIP)
• Familiarization with Flight simulation and live telemetry visualization tools such as SIMDIS
• Prior experience with Linux based systems and command line.
• Working Knowledge with COTs Small UAS autopilot and mission planning software.
• Previous expertise and working knowledge of the National Airspace System and UAS operating rules and regulations thereof.
• Experience working with manned aircraft personnel and familiar with aviation terminology.
• Experience with weapon or tactical datalinks.
• Experience with multiple different propulsion systems to include air and non-air breathing

Job Description

Anduril is seeking Systems Safety Engineer to join the Omen team at our Costa Mesa HQ. Omen is Anduril’s hover-to-cruise autonomous air vehicle (AAV) that packs the endurance, payload, and mission flexibility of much larger airplanes into a novel runway-independent Group 3 platform. Omen can operate from ship decks, beaches, or remote island clearings, providing true runway independence and freedom of maneuver across defense and civilian domains. Omen is the first tail-sitter aircraft with a mass-production contract, with an order of 50 systems representing a decisive investment that anchors production and accelerates the development of future systems.

You will work on the System Safety and Airworthiness aspects of new aircraft development effort in a lean, high-ownership culture where you directly shape the product and operate at a velocity to fly new designs within months, not years.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Bring a pragmatic and right-sized approach to Systems Safety and Airworthiness to enable Omen Capability realization at the speed of relevance
• Develop and implement a tailored Systems Safety approach aligned with MIL-STD-882E and the end-user for the Omen Capability
• Engage with customers, end-users and local regulatory authorities to Identify appropriate Airworthiness frameworks and recognized standards to develop the overall Airworthiness strategy as a foundation for design efforts
• Develop Airworthiness plans and documentation in support of regional regulatory processes and submissions
• Develop Systems Safety requirements and collaborate with Vehicle, Mission, Support and Production design teams to implement Safety Safety best practices
• Identify the need for and conduct complex safety analyses, including FHA (Functional Hazard Analysis), System/Subsystem Hazard Analysis, System of Systems Hazard Analysis, Environmental Hazard Analysis, Operating and Support Hazard Analysis, Health Hazard Analysis, Fault Tree Analysis (FTA) and SCFTA (Safety Critical Functional Thread Analysis), Failure Modes, Effects, and Criticality Analysis (FMECA)
• Identify and document hazards and risks for the Omen project, manage hazard tracking databases, and ensure proper risk mitigation strategies are implemented
• Support System Design Reviews (SDR) and engineering governance structures such as Preliminary Design Reviews (PDR), Critical Design Reviews (CDR), Test Readiness Reviews (TRR), Safety Review Boards (SRB) representing System Safety and Airworthiness
• Lead and triage Systems Safety outcomes from Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations and mishap reports
• Drive continuous improvement in Systems Safety processes and methodologies
• Develop and own the Omen System Safety Program Plan (SSPP)

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES

• Bachelor degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical or Systems Engineering, or equivalent technical discipline
• 10+ years industry experience as a Systems Safety Engineer aligned with Airworthiness activities
• Experience with safety-critical hardware and software systems in the Defense or Aerospace industries, specifically crewed aircraft, rotorcraft, UAS or weapon systems
• Extensive knowledge of AC 23-1309-1E, MIL-STD-882E, MIL-STD 516C airworthiness, AC-17-01, and other relevant safety standards
• Experience establishing and maintaining relationships with civil and military Airworthiness authorities
• Proven experience working civil and military Airworthiness processes, including MIL-HDBK-516 series documents, throughout the life cycle of a developmental aircraft to achieve successful program completion
• Experience developing and managing Airworthiness plans, tracking of Airworthiness criterions, and similar activities
• Strong background in safety analysis techniques, including FTA, FHA, SCFTA, and FMECA
• Failure investigation/analysis experience with proven track record of solving problems and preventing reoccurrence
• Experience with crewed or uncrewed developmental autonomous aircraft (Group 3 UAS or larger)
• Understanding of high voltage and high power systems or hybrid powertrains advantageous
• Experience with guidelines, standards and processes such as ARP-4754, ARP-4761, DO-178C, DO-254, JSSSEH, MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-461 is desirable
• Familiarity with technical software packages such as Relyence, Teamcenter, JIRA, JAMA, Cameo, and/or Ansys
• Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal and communication skills
• A sincere commitment to a positive, inclusive, and collaborative culture
• Eligible to obtain and maintain a security clearance in United States, United Kingdom, or Australia

Vast is looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer, Structures, reporting to the Manager, Structures Design, to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of artificial-gravity human-rated space stations. 

The Structures and Dynamics team covers a wide range of components and responsibilities: from the primary pressure hull, to MMOD shielding, engineered soft goods, and establishing design loads and factors, as well as supporting other teams’ design needs across the company.

This will be a full-time, exempt position located in our Long Beach location. 

Responsibilities: 

• Own design of primary and secondary structures on a large scale space station.
• Develop understanding of static and dynamic loads, vibrations, thermal and other environmental considerations to drive design decisions.
• Perform mechanical design and analysis, develop manufacturing drawings, test plans, concept of operations, and follow hardware through the entire process.
• Lead trades and own interfaces with sub systems.
• Work with fabricators and technicians to improve designs, develop processes, and resolve issues. 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, civil engineering, physics, or math.
• 4+ years experience with CAD and FEA software packages.
• 4+ years of experience designing and developing mechanical components or systems.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Design of structures and components for a high-performance vehicle or spacecraft.
• Proactive problem-solving skills such as failure analysis and root cause investigation.
• Prior experience in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.
• Design work in recent versions of NX/ Teamcenter.
• Analysis work in  recent versions of Ansys, Femap/Nastran, Abaqus.
• Experience with GD&T implementation and analysis (ASME Y14.5).
• Familiarity with spacecraft specifications such as SMC-S-016, NASA-STD-5001.

Pay Range: 

• Senior Mechanical Engineer: $137,760- $195,552
• Staff Mechanical Engineer: $162,360 - $230,472

Mechanical Engineer (Spacecraft Hardware) 

Launch has changed the economics of space. Now it is time to return. 

Outpost is building the missing infrastructure between orbit and Earth: reusable vehicles that can bring payloads back from space and deliver them to a precise location within hours. We call it exologistics, space-to-Earth logistics at planetary scale. This is not a paper concept or a distant roadmap. Our system is in active development, with core technologies advancing toward flight readiness. 

The need is already here and the market has responded. We have validated demand through multiple defense and civil agreements, and a growing pipeline across government and commercial customers.  

Outpost is building the logistics layer that makes space economically useful in a new way: the ability to move material from orbit to Earth quickly, reliably, and affordably. Over time, that supports point-to-point logistics, 10 tons of cargo, anywhere on Earth in an hour. It also creates the foundation for a reusable reentry network and enables new categories of space activity, including in-space manufacturing, supporting AI data centers, advanced manufacturing and novel materials. 

We have a strong foundation, clear demand, and a technical path in front of us. Now the company is scaling rapidly. We are expanding the team, growing our operational footprint, and building the systems needed to execute at the next level. This is a chance to join a company with real traction, working on a problem that matters, at the point where execution and scale begin to define the outcome.

The Role 

We are looking for a Mechanical Engineer who will own the mechanical test and qualification process for spacecraft components and vehicles from concept through execution and data analysis. This is a deeply mechanical role with elements of mechatronics, instrumentation, and software for data acquisition, with strong ownership over how our hardware is qualified for flight.  

You will design and build test fixtures and portable test racks, define test plans (qualification, acceptance, drop, load, vibration, deployment, etc.), execute tests, and analyze results to inform design and certification decisions. Rather than “pressing the button” on pre‑defined procedures, you will create new tests and infrastructure for new products in a fast‑moving space startup environment.  

Responsibilities 

• Own mechanical test and qualification activities for spacecraft components and vehicles, from requirements interpretation through test execution and reporting. 
• Develop test strategies and plans for qualification tests, acceptance tests, drop/load tests, deployment tests, and other space‑relevant environments.  
• Design, model, and document mechanical test fixtures, jigs, stands, and custom setups (e.g., for heat shield, mechanisms, and structural testing).  
• Architect and help implement portable test racks integrating power supplies, sensors, data acquisition, and control hardware into organized, reusable systems.  
• Define instrumentation approaches (load cells, strain gauges, displacement, pressure, temperature, etc.) and work with electrical teammates to integrate sensors and wiring.  
• Implement and/or specify data acquisition and control software using tools such as LabVIEW, Python, or MATLAB for test automation and data collection.  
• Perform data reduction and analysis to extract key metrics, identify anomalies, and drive design or test configuration changes. 
• Create and maintain clear test documentation: test procedures, configuration drawings, calibration records, data packages, and test reports aligned with NASA‑style standards. 
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings and basic circuit/connection diagrams to ensure correct test configuration and boundary conditions.  
• Collaborate closely with design, systems, and manufacturing engineers to ensure tests meaningfully qualify hardware and trace back to requirements.  
• Contribute to the development of internal test standards and best practices, leveraging NASA and industry qualification guidelines as the “test bible.” 
• Provide technical leadership on test approach and infrastructure (technical management), even if you do not directly manage people.  

Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s or higher degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience in hardware test development. 
• Strong, hands‑on mechanical background with experience designing and building test fixtures, stands, and mechanical setups for hardware tests.  
• Experience developing or significantly contributing to new tests for aerospace, space, or similarly high‑reliability hardware (not just operating existing, legacy rigs). 
• Familiarity with spacecraft or launch vehicle components, or other space/aviation hardware where qualification and reliability are critical.  
• Comfort working with sensors and instrumentation (wiring, basic electrical understanding) sufficient to own test setups without being an electrical engineer.  
• Experience with data acquisition and analysis using at least one of: LabVIEW, Python, MATLAB, or similar tools.  
• Ability to read and understand mechanical drawings (and basic circuit diagrams) to set up tests correctly and understand what is being verified.  
• Demonstrated ownership of end‑to‑end test efforts: planning, setup, execution, troubleshooting, and reporting.  
• Strong documentation habits and familiarity with following structured standards and guidelines (e.g., NASA‑style test and qualification documents).  
• Willingness to be hands‑on in the lab, build things from scratch, and iterate quickly in a startup environment.  

We are less focused on minimum years of experience and more interested in candidates who have truly developed tests and infrastructure themselves, rather than only operating pre‑defined procedures at large, highly bureaucratic companies.  

Preferred Experience 

• Experience in space startups or new‑product aerospace programs (rockets, satellites, spacecraft mechanisms) where tests were created from scratch. 
• Prior work with portable test racks or integrated test benches combining power, DAQ, and control in a cohesive system.
• Familiarity with NASA test/qualification standards and ASME Y14.5 drawing conventions at a functional level. 

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation: $120,000 – $180,000; (commensurate with experience).
• Additional Compensation:  Annual performance-based bonuses that reward your impact.
• Shared upside: Meaningful equity in Outpost so you share directly in the value you help create.
• Comprehensive healthcare: Medical, dental, and vision coverage to keep you and your loved ones covered. We cover the base tier of medical insurance and all premiums of vision and dental. 
  
• Protection when it matters: Company-provided short- and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind, plus life insurance for even more security.
• PTO: Recharge on your own terms with paid time off, plus 9 days of paid holidays.
• Invest in your future: 401(k) with company match to help you build long-term wealth.
• Fueled for the mission: Daily DoorDash lunch stipend, plus unlimited snacks, coffee, and tea to keep you energized.
• Mission that matters: Work shoulder-to-shoulder with leaders from aerospace, new space, and deep-tech industries building the future of orbital infrastructure.
• Pet Friendly Office: Bring your furry friend into the office so that they can be a part of our mission too.
• Monthly Company Happy Hours and Events: Drinks at the local bar, hibachi nights, mini golfing and more! 

Sr. Mechanical Engineer

Location: Playa Vista, California (in-person, five days per week) 

Launch has changed the economics of space. Now it is time to return. 

Outpost is building the missing infrastructure between orbit and Earth: reusable vehicles that can bring payloads back from space and deliver them to a precise location within hours. We call it exologistics, space-to-Earth logistics at planetary scale. This is not a paper concept or a distant roadmap. Our system is in active development, with core technologies advancing toward flight readiness. 

The need is already here and the market has responded. We have validated demand through multiple defense and civil agreements, and a growing pipeline across government and commercial customers.  

Outpost is building the logistics layer that makes space economically useful in a new way: the ability to move material from orbit to Earth quickly, reliably, and affordably. Over time, that supports point-to-point logistics, 10 tons of cargo, anywhere on Earth in an hour. It also creates the foundation for a reusable reentry network and enables new categories of space activity, including in-space manufacturing, supporting AI data centers, advanced manufacturing and novel materials. 

We have a strong foundation, clear demand, and a technical path in front of us. Now the company is scaling rapidly. We are expanding the team, growing our operational footprint, and building the systems needed to execute at the next level. This is a chance to join a company with real traction, working on a problem that matters, at the point where execution and scale begin to define the outcome.

The Role 

The Sr. Mechanical Engineer will serve as the technical authority for the primary and secondary structures of Outpost’s Carryall. This is a role for a veteran structural engineer who has expertise on full-scale flight vehicles whether launch vehicles, satellites, or re-entry capsules. Unlike traditional space vehicle roles where the structure simply needs to survive launch, you are designing for the round trip: launch vibration, the harsh vacuum of orbit, and the extreme thermal and mechanical loads of hypersonic re-entry and landing. You will own the structural architecture of the vehicle, moving rapidly from trade studies to detailed analysis, and finally to hands-on integration. We need someone with the deep intuition that comes from 15+ years of seeing hardware fly (and fail). 

Responsibilities 

• Structural Architect: Lead the mechanical design of the entire vehicle structure, including primary structure, interfaces to the deployable heatshield, secondary structures, and payload bay
• High-Fidelity Analysis: Perform and sign off on detailed hand calculations and Finite Element Analysis (ANSYS/FEMAP/NASTRAN). You will be the final check on stiffness, buckling, and thermal expansion compatibility.
• Drawing & GD&T: Create and approve high-quality manufacturing drawings with appropriate geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (ASME Y14.5) to ensure parts fit the first time.
• Build & Test Leadership: "Get your hands dirty" leading the assembly of your designs. Own the structural test campaign (static load, random vibration, shock, and deployment testing) to qualify hardware for flight.
• Vendor & Partner Management: Work directly with machine shops, composite vendors, and external partners to resolve fabrication conflicts and ensure on-time delivery of precision parts.
• Mentorship: Elevate the team's standard of engineering rigor. Mentor junior engineers in design best practices, analysis methods, and First Principles thinking. 

Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Structural Engineering.
• 10+ years of experience minimum (15+ preferred) in the design and analysis of complex aerospace structures and mechanisms.
• Full-Vehicle Heritage: Proven track record working on full space vehicles or rockets (not just subsystems). You should have experience taking a primary structure from concept through PDR/CDR to flight.
• CAD Proficiency: Expert-level skill in Siemens NX, SolidWorks, or similar parametric modeling software.
• Analysis Expertise: Deep background in structural analysis (FEA) and classical hand calculations. You must trust your hand calcs before you trust the solver.
• Materials Knowledge: Extensive understanding of aerospace materials (aluminum, titanium, Inconel, composites) and their behavior in extreme thermal environments.
• Manufacturing Fluency: You understand the limits of manufacturing, CNC machining, sheet metal, welding, and composite layup, and you design for them. 

Preferred Experience 

• Active U.S. Government Security Clearance (Not required, but beneficial)
• Experience with deployable space structures and mechanisms (booms, solar arrays, antennas, or aerobrakes).
• Experience designing for high-heat environments or integrating with Thermal Protection Systems (TPS).
• Proficiency in scripting (Python/MATLAB) for design automation or data post-processing.
• Deep knowledge of aerospace standards (NASA-STD-5000 series, SMC-S-016) for structural margins and testing. 

Compensation & Benefits 

• Competitive compensation: $160,000 – $210,000; (commensurate with experience).
• Additional Compensation:  Annual performance-based bonuses that reward your impact.
• Shared upside: Meaningful equity in Outpost so you share directly in the value you help create.
• Comprehensive healthcare: Medical, dental, and vision coverage to keep you and your loved ones covered. We cover the base tier of medical insurance and all premiums of vision and dental. 
  
• Protection when it matters: Company-provided short- and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind, plus life insurance for even more security.
• PTO: Recharge on your own terms with paid time off, plus 9 days of paid holidays.
• Invest in your future: 401(k) with company match to help you build long-term wealth.
• Fueled for the mission: Daily DoorDash lunch stipend, plus unlimited snacks, coffee, and tea to keep you energized.
• Mission that matters: Work shoulder-to-shoulder with leaders from aerospace, new space, and deep-tech industries building the future of orbital infrastructure.
• Pet Friendly Office: Bring your furry friend into the office so that they can be a part of our mission too.
• Monthly Company Happy Hours and Events: Drinks at the local bar, hibachi nights, mini golfing and more! 

 Sr. Paraglider & Parachute Engineer 

Location: Playa Vista, California (in-person, five days per week) 

Launch has changed the economics of space. Now it is time to return. 

Outpost is building the missing infrastructure between orbit and Earth: reusable vehicles that can bring payloads back from space and deliver them to a precise location within hours. We call it exologistics, space-to-Earth logistics at planetary scale. This is not a paper concept or a distant roadmap. Our system is in active development, with core technologies advancing toward flight readiness. 

The need is already here and the market has responded. We have validated demand through multiple defense and civil agreements, and a growing pipeline across government and commercial customers.  

Outpost is building the logistics layer that makes space economically useful in a new way: the ability to move material from orbit to Earth quickly, reliably, and affordably. Over time, that supports point-to-point logistics, 10 tons of cargo, anywhere on Earth in an hour. It also creates the foundation for a reusable reentry network and enables new categories of space activity, including in-space manufacturing, supporting AI data centers, advanced manufacturing and novel materials. 

We have a strong foundation, clear demand, and a technical path in front of us. Now the company is scaling rapidly. We are expanding the team, growing our operational footprint, and building the systems needed to execute at the next level. This is a chance to join a company with real traction, working on a problem that matters, at the point where execution and scale begin to define the outcome.

The Role 

The Sr. Paraglider & Parachute Engineer will own the final, critical phase of the Outpost mission: the landing. While our deployable heat shield handles the hypersonic deceleration, it is the guided paraglider system that enables us to land payloads with "pinpoint" accuracy rather than just splashing down in the ocean or crashing in the desert. You will lead the design, development, and testing of high-performance paraglider & parachute systems. You will work at the intersection of soft-goods engineering, aerodynamics, and GNC, ensuring that our recovery system can deploy reliably at altitude and navigate to a precise landing zone. 

Responsibilities 

• Recovery System Architect: Lead the design and development of the parachute & paraglider recovery system, including canopy sizing, reefing strategies, and riser geometry.
• Textile & Manufacturing: Develop fabrication processes for complex soft goods. You will own material selection (ripstop nylon, Kevlar, Dyneema), patterning, and integration of hardware (steering lines, toggles, releases).
• Deployment Sequence: Design the deployment sequence for transitioning from the heatshield configuration, to drogue parachute flight, and on to stable paraglider flight, ensuring no entanglement during the critical handover.
• Flight Test Lead: Plan and execute flight tests (dropped from crane, aircraft, and balloon platforms) to validate opening characteristics and flight performance.
• GNC Integration: Collaborate closely with the Avionics and GNC teams to characterize the aerodynamic model of the paraglider, ensuring the autopilot can effectively steer the vehicle to the landing site.
• Hands-on Fabrication: Be willing to "cut cloth" and work with riggers and sewing technicians to prototype designs rapidly.
• Reliability: Own the reliability analysis for the recovery system, ensuring we meet the stringent safety requirements for returning critical payloads 

Qualifications 

• Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• 10 years of experience minimum (15+ years preferred) in the design and manufacturing of paragliders, parachutes, or parafoils
• Deep knowledge of soft-goods: Expertise in textile behaviors, patterning software (e.g., SpaceCAD, Lectra, specialized CAD modules), and construction techniques for flight-critical fabrics.
• Flight Test Heritage: Experience planning and conducting flight tests, including instrumentation, ground support, and data analysis.
• Mechanism Experience: Familiarity with reefing line cutters, pyrotechnic releases, and multi-stage deployment mechanisms.
• Aerodynamics: Strong understanding of low-speed aerodynamics, glide ratios, flare characteristics, and dynamic stability of flexible wings.
• Team Player: Ability to communicate complex aerodynamic behaviors to software engineers and structural engineers to ensure the whole vehicle works as a system. 

Preferred Experience 

• Active U.S. Government Security Clearance (Not required, but beneficial)
• Experience with precision guided aerial delivery systems (JPADS) or similar autonomous cargo delivery platforms.
• Experience with FAA coordination for flight testing in controlled and uncontrolled airspace.
• US military veterans, especially those with prior service as paratrooper or working closely with cargo aircraft
• Background in skydiving, paragliding, or rigging (FAA Master Rigger certification is a plus).
• Experience simulating fluid structure interaction & deformed shape analysis (LS-DYNA or similar). 

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation: $160,000 - $210,000; (commensurate with experience).
• Additional Compensation:  Annual performance-based bonuses that reward your impact.
• Shared upside: Meaningful equity in Outpost so you share directly in the value you help create.
• Comprehensive healthcare: Medical, dental, and vision coverage to keep you and your loved ones covered. We cover the base tier of medical insurance and all premiums of vision and dental. 
  
• Protection when it matters: Company-provided short- and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind, plus life insurance for even more security.
• PTO: Recharge on your own terms with paid time off, plus 9 days of paid holidays.
• Invest in your future: 401(k) with company match to help you build long-term wealth.
• Fueled for the mission: Daily DoorDash lunch stipend, plus unlimited snacks, coffee, and tea to keep you energized.
• Mission that matters: Work shoulder-to-shoulder with leaders from aerospace, new space, and deep-tech industries building the future of orbital infrastructure.
• Pet Friendly Office: Bring your furry friend into the office so that they can be a part of our mission too.
• Monthly Company Happy Hours and Events: Drinks at the local bar, hibachi nights, mini golfing and more! 

Director of Structures and Mechanisms 

Location: Playa Vista, California (in-person, five days per week) 

About Outpost 

Launch has changed the economics of space. Now it is time to return. Outpost is building the missing infrastructure between orbit and Earth: reusable vehicles that bring payloads back from space and deliver them to a precise location within hours, exologistics at planetary scale. Core technologies are advancing toward flight readiness, and we've validated demand through multiple defense and civil agreements with a growing commercial pipeline. We're scaling rapidly, this is the point where execution and scale define the outcome. 

The Role 

The Director of Structures and Mechanisms is the executive technical leader for all primary structures, secondary structures, and deployable mechanisms across Outpost's Carryall vehicle. This role combines deep structural engineering expertise with leadership you will build, scale, and lead a multi-disciplinary team of structures, mechanisms, and mechanical engineers while owning the architecture, analysis, qualification, and flight certification of the entire structural system. 

Unlike traditional space vehicle roles where the structure simply needs to survive launch, you are designing for the round trip: launch vibration, the harsh vacuum of orbit, and the extreme thermal and mechanical loads of hypersonic re-entry and landing. You will own the technical execution of every structural element on the vehicle, with full accountability to executive leadership for overall flight readiness. We need a proven leader with the deep intuition that comes from seeing hardware fly (and fail), and the management experience to scale a world-class team around that expertise. 

Responsibilities 

• Build, grow, and lead the Structures & Mechanisms organization. Recruit, mentor, and develop engineers across multiple sub-disciplines (primary structure, mechanisms, TPS, analysis).
• Serve as the final sign-off for the structural architecture of the vehicle, including primary structure, interfaces to the deployable heatshield, secondary structures, deployable mechanisms, and payload bay.
• Partner cross-functionally to resolve system-level trades. Represent Structures in executive reviews, customer milestone reviews, and with government stakeholders.
• Establish and enforce analysis standards across the team, hand calculations, FEA (ANSYS/FEMAP/NASTRAN), stiffness, buckling, fatigue, and thermal expansion compatibility. Be the final technical check on margin policy and verification logic.
• Own the release process and quality bar for mechanical manufacturing drawings and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (ASME Y14.5) across the department.
• Coordinate with the production team on structural qualification campaign end-to-end, static load, random vibration, shock, deployment, and environmental testing, to certify hardware for flight.
• Coordinate with the production team to stablish strategic relationships with machine shops, composite vendors, and external partners. Support make-vs-buy decisions and ensure supply chain resilience for precision flight hardware.
• Brief the CEO, board, customers, and government partners on structural design, risk posture, and program status. 

Qualifications 

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Structural Engineering.
• 10+ years of experience in the design and analysis of complex aerospace structures and mechanisms, with at least 3+ years in a management or technical leadership role leading multi-disciplined engineering teams.
• Proven track record leading structures on full space vehicles or rockets (not just subsystems).
• Demonstrated experience hiring, scaling, and mentoring engineering teams of 5+ engineers; comfortable setting OKRs, running performance reviews, and managing costs.
• Expert-level fluency in Siemens NX, SolidWorks, or similar parametric modeling software, with the ability to drive standards across the team.
• Deep background in structural analysis (FEA) and classical hand calculations. You must trust your hand calcs before you trust the solver.
• Extensive understanding of aerospace materials (aluminum, titanium, inconel, composites) and their behavior in extreme thermal environments.
• Deep command of CNC machining, sheet metal, and welding with a design-for-manufacturing mindset you can instill across the org.

Preferred Experience 

• Active U.S. Government Security Clearance (not required, but beneficial).
• Experience with deployable space structures and mechanisms (booms, solar arrays, antennas, or aerobrakes).
• Experience in taking primary structure from concept through PDR/CDR to flight.
• Experience designing for high-heat environments or integrating with Thermal Protection Systems (TPS).
• Deep knowledge of aerospace standards (NASA-STD-5000 series, SMC-S-016) for structural margins and testing.
• Prior experience as a Director, Chief Engineer, or department head at a launch, reentry, satellite, or hypersonics company.

Compensation & Benefits 

• Competitive compensation: $165,000 – $220,000; (commensurate with experience),
• Additional Compensation:  Annual performance-based bonuses that reward your impact.
• Shared upside: Meaningful equity in Outpost so you share directly in the value you help create.
• Comprehensive healthcare: Medical, dental, and vision coverage to keep you and your loved ones covered. We cover the base tier of medical insurance and all premiums of vision and dental. 
  
• Protection when it matters: Company-provided short- and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind, plus life insurance for even more security.
• PTO: Recharge on your own terms with paid time off, plus 9 days of paid holidays.
• Invest in your future: 401(k) with company match to help you build long-term wealth.
• Fueled for the mission: Daily DoorDash lunch stipend, plus unlimited snacks, coffee, and tea to keep you energized.
• Mission that matters: Work shoulder-to-shoulder with leaders from aerospace, new space, and deep-tech industries building the future of orbital infrastructure.
• Pet Friendly Office: Bring your furry friend into the office so that they can be a part of our mission too.
• Monthly Company Happy Hours and Events: Drinks at the local bar, hibachi nights, mini golfing and more! 

About Zipline 

Do you want to change the world? Zipline is on a mission to transform the way goods move. Our aim is to solve the world’s most urgent and complex access challenges by building, manufacturing and operating the first instant delivery and logistics system that serves all humans equally, wherever they are.

From powering Rwanda’s national blood delivery network and Ghana’s COVID-19 vaccine distribution, to providing on-demand home delivery for Walmart, to enabling healthcare providers to bring care directly to U.S. homes, we are transforming the way things move for businesses, governments and consumers. 

The technology is complex but the idea is simple: a teleportation service that delivers what you need, when you need it. Through our technology that includes robotics and autonomy, we are decarbonizing delivery, decreasing road congestion, and reducing fossil fuel consumption and air pollution, while providing equitable access to billions of people and building a more resilient global supply chain. 

About this role

Zipline’s infrastructure does not map cleanly to standard construction approaches. This role is responsible for improving how we design and execute construction by identifying risks early and developing better ways to build.

The Construction Innovation Manager is an experienced construction leader who operates across projects. You will evaluate upcoming work, identify where standard approaches will break down, and implement solutions that improve cost, schedule, and scalability.

You will also step into active projects as needed to resolve issues, recover schedules, and support execution.

This position is based out of our office in South San Francisco with intermittent travel within California and the USA. 

What you’ll do

• Review upcoming and active projects to identify:
• Execution risks
• Schedule constraints
• Cost drivers
• Develop and implement improvements to construction methods and processes
• Evaluate standard industry practices and determine:
• When they should be applied
• When they should be adapted or replaced
• Support construction and deployment teams with:
• Constructability feedback
• Sequencing and scheduling improvements
• Lead targeted efforts to:
• Recover slipping schedules
• Reduce cost
• Resolve complex field issues
• Step into projects as needed to:
• Remove blockers
• Re-align execution plans
• Drive progress
• Identify opportunities for:
• Standardization
• Prefabrication
• Improved vendor strategies
• Tooling to improve construction quality & placement accuracy for Zipline hardware
• Capture and implement lessons learned across projects
  
  

• Understand our internal and external customer’s business and needs and work with our internal engineering and business teams to refine and roadmap necessary changes to ensure the successful deployment of the Ground Systems infrastructure. 
• Source and develop relationships with outside organizations (local jurisdiction, utilities, contractors, OEM and material suppliers etc).
• Evaluate all options and a lean budget, select best vendors to ensure reliable and quality services and products.
• Understand and mitigate the preconstruction, construction, operational and sustaining  risks associated with each project. 
• Interact directly with internal and external partners and stakeholders as needed. 
• Domestic travel to project sites expected on an ad-hoc basis. 

What you’ll bring

• 6–10+ years of experience in construction management or infrastructure delivery
• Experience delivering complex, multi-disciplinary projects
• Strong understanding of construction across multiple trades (civil, structural, electrical, site work)
• Ability to evaluate and improve construction methods and execution strategies
• Ability to analyze and optimize construction schedules
• Track record of solving ambiguous, high-impact problems
• Experience supporting both:
• Planning and design phases
• Field execution
• Willingness to take ownership of urgent or high-priority issues
• Clear communication and ability to work across teams
• Strong candidates should have excellent communications skills to:
• Drive internal alignment of requirements for projects based on business needs.
• Provide leadership team with updates on scope, schedule and budgets. 
• Drive external parties for the implementation of real estate projects. 
• The individual will be based at Zipline's headquarters in South San Francisco and will be expected to travel intermittently to implement Zipline's expansion in multiple metros across the US and internationally .
• Must be eligible to work in the US.

What Else You Need To Know

Zipline is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws or our own sensibilities.

We value diversity at Zipline and welcome applications from those who are traditionally underrepresented in tech. If you like the sound of this position but are not sure if you are the perfect fit, please apply!

Vast is looking for a Mechanical Engineer reporting to Manager, Structures Design, to support the development of the systems that will be required for the design and build of artificial-gravity human-rated space stations. The Structures and Dynamics team covers a wide range of components and responsibilities: from the primary pressure hull, to MMOD shielding, engineered soft goods, and establishing design loads and factors, as well as supporting other teams’ design needs across the company.

This will be a full-time, exempt position located in our Long Beach, CA location. 

Responsibilities: 

• Own design of primary and secondary structures on a large scale space station.
• Develop understanding of static and dynamic loads, vibrations, thermal and other environmental considerations to drive design decisions. 
• Perform mechanical design and analysis, develop manufacturing drawings, test plans, concept of operations, and follow hardware through the entire process. 
• Lead trades and own interfaces with sub systems. 
• Work with fabricators and technicians to improve designs, develop processes, and resolve issues

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, civil engineering, physics, or math.
• 2+ years experience with CAD and FEA software packages.
• 2+ years of experience designing and developing mechanical components or systems.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Design of structures and components for a high-performance vehicle or spacecraft.
• Proactive problem-solving skills such as failure analysis and root cause investigation.
• Prior experience in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.
• Design work in recent versions of NX, Teamcenter.
• Analysis work in  recent versions of Ansys, Femap/Nastran, Abaqus.
• Experience with GD&T implementation and analysis (ASME Y14.5).
• Familiarity with spacecraft specifications such as SMC-S-016, NASA-STD-5001.

Pay Range: 

• Mechanical Engineer I: $80,000 - $110,000
• Mechanical Engineer II: $100,000 - $142,100
• Senior Mechanical Engineer: $135,800 - $176,400

The role 

We are building a new team from the ground up, focused on developing the first generation of verification and validation infrastructure (hardware and software), including automated Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) with emulation of sensors, and vehicle systems.

As a HIL Platform Scalability Engineer, you’ll ensure that our HIL systems scale reliably across different benches, programs and geographic locations. You’ll lead the development of monitoring, alerting, and access control and automation infrastructure that enables system uptime, test execution efficiency, and reliable operation of a global HIL fleet.

We are looking for engineers who thrive at the intersection of test systems, infrastructure, automation and operation. In this role, you’ll be critical to scaling and maintaining a fleet of HIL systems that support system level integration and validation at different locations, while enabling engineer teams to move faster and with confidence.

Key responsibilities:

• Design and implement observability systems to monitor health, uptime, and utilization of HIL benches across multiple sites
• Build tools and workflows to reduce bench downtime, increase availability and minimize operational overhead
• Manage HIL systems including all the underlying infrastructure, ensure it’s reliable, scalable and secure
• Develop automation for bench configuration, track changes, and maintain configuration/version control
• Ensure seamless integration of HIL systems into test automation, CI pipelines, and scheduling framework
• Work with other HIL engineers to triage and troubleshoot hardware/software issues affecting HIL stability
• Define HIL operational level agreement, and drive continuous improvements to scale bench operations efficiently
• Implement access control systems and remote control/interaction infrastructure in collaboration with IT and security teams
• Collaborate with the wider HIL team to innovate HIL test system as a service

About you  

You’re passionate about building robust, scalable test infrastructure that enables efficient system integration and validation at scale. You bring a strong mix of test system knowledge, infrastructure engineering and operational experience - with a strong focus on enabling engineering teams to deliver confidently at scale. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a cutting-edge team that directly impacts the future of autonomous driving technologies, with an end-2-end AI model core.

Essential Skills:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineer, Systems Engineering or a related field 
• 2+ years of experience working with test infrastructure, e.g., HIL, or hardware/software test environments
• Proficiency with observability/monitoring tools, e.g., Datadog, Grafana, Prometheus, etc
• Strong scripting and automation experience using Python, Bash, or similar scripting languages
• Proficiency with Linux or Unix based operating systems, command line tool
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, test scheduling systems, and orchestration tools
• Excellent problem solving skills and operational thinking
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Desirable Skills:

• Experience in platform operations, site reliability engineering(SRE), or scaling test infrastructure
• Hands-on experience with configuration management tools, such as Ansible, Chef, Terraform
• Familiarity with containerization orchestration engines(e.g., Kubernetes) and proven understanding of continuous development techniques and pipelines (CI/CD, Git)
• Experience working with autonomous systems including robotics and/or autonomous vehicles
• Familiarity with automotive software development requirements and standards, such as ASPICE ,ISO 26262 and ISO 21448 (SOTIF) , with automotive HIL SW and HW products e.g. from Vector and dSPACE and with automotive SW architecture such as AUTOSAR

This is a full-time role based in our office in Sunnyvale.  At Wayve we want the best of all worlds so we operate a hybrid working policy that combines time together in our offices and workshops to fuel innovation, culture, relationships and learning, and time spent working from home.  

This role is a full-time role based in Sunnyvale, CA (hybrid) and the reasonably estimated salary for this role ranges from $209,700 to $298,200, plus a competitive equity package. Actual compensation is based on the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience.

About the Role

The Ground System Deployments team is looking for an innovative, collaborative and self-driven Civil Project Engineer to join the team to ensure the successful deployment of Zipline’s Ground Systems in all possible applications and configurations. 

This role is well suited to seasoned civil engineers looking to apply their experience designing novel and innovative sites, foundations and structures to advance and accelerate the new and growing industry of  autonomous drone delivery ground systems. 

With broad scope to influence the design of current and next generation systems this role will jopin a stellar team responsible for the site level designs, layouts, civil designs, structural and foundation designs and implementation. Interacting with various mechanical, structural and electrical engineering stakeholders across the organization this role will  ensure the overall system and its site design work hand in hand to ensure the successful deployment of Ziplines Ground Systems within cost and timeline goals. 

This role has a mandate to drive positive change through the organization - as problems or scenarios occur this individual will be tasked with both 0 to 1 problem/project responsibility and also working with the broad engineering and deployments organization to implement foundation changes to product and process as needed. 

This position can be based out of our San Francisco, Dallas or Houston Offices. Onsite is preferred, but this role can be remote flexible with up to 50% travel for the right candidate.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Act as the Civil Engineer of Record for Zipline projects in Texas and other jurisdictions
• Create, refine and update civil layouts for the sites. Act as the Zipline representative for any technical clarifications from cities or jurisdictions regarding our designs. 
• Contribute to the civil and site design standards of Zipline sites. 
• Contribute to the pavement, drainage, and sitescape designs and approaches of Zipline sites and structures. 
• Advise on permitting, codes and and other certification efforts relevant to the projects and structures.  
• Engage and interact with cities and relevant inspectors or relevant external parties to ensure timely project approvals and deployment. 
• Ensure relevant and applicable civil strategies are investigated and implemented where appropriate - grading designs, curb designs, pavement designs
• Understand our internal and external customer’s business and needs and work with our internal engineering and business teams to refine and roadmap necessary changes to ensure the successful deployment of the Ground Systems infrastructure. 
• Source and develop relationships with outside organizations (local jurisdiction, utilities, contractors, OEM and material suppliers etc).
• Evaluate all options and a lean budget, select best vendors to ensure reliable and quality services and products.
• Understand and mitigate the preconstruction, construction, operational and sustaining  risks associated with each project. 
• Interact directly with internal and external partners and stakeholders as needed. 
• Domestic travel to project sites expected on an ad-hoc basis. 

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

• Civil Professional Engineering qualification with stamping capacity in Texas (or the ability to quickly obtain stamping capacity in Texas). Ability to stamp in Arizona and other sunbelt states a strong preference, or the ability and capacity to quickly gain this qualification. 
• Bachelor's degree or higher  with minimum 6 years of experience.
• The individual should have an Engineering background (Civil, others acceptable with relevant experience and stamping capacity) and have worked in the construction, electrical design/EPC, or renewable energy industry, or equivalent industries for 4+ years. The individual should have experience (4yrs+) in working with:
  • Civil codes and building standards, and applicable design and management software.
  • Technical Product Management, Technical Program Management or applicable areas.
  • Systems engineering and  system architecture.
  • External design teams (Architectural, Structural, Civil,Electrical MEPs) on commercial or industrial development  / construction projects.
  • Experience with automated logistics, UAV aviation, EVSE Charging, Renewable Energy and Battery Energy Storage Systems or equivalent industries a plus. 

• Strong candidates should have excellent communications skills to:
  • Drive internal alignment of requirements for projects based on business needs.
  • Provide leadership team with updates on scope, schedule and budgets. 
  • Drive external parties for the implementation of real estate projects. 
• Must be eligible to work in the US.

What Else You Need To Know

Zipline is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws or our own sensibilities.

We value diversity at Zipline and welcome applications from those who are traditionally underrepresented in tech. If you like the sound of this position but are not sure if you are the perfect fit, please apply!

About Zipline 

Do you want to change the world? Zipline is on a mission to transform the way goods move. Our aim is to solve the world’s most urgent and complex access challenges by building, manufacturing and operating the first instant delivery and logistics system that serves all humans equally, wherever they are.

From powering Rwanda’s national blood delivery network and Ghana’s COVID-19 vaccine distribution, to providing on-demand home delivery for Walmart, to enabling healthcare providers to bring care directly to U.S. homes, we are transforming the way things move for businesses, governments and consumers. 

The technology is complex but the idea is simple: a teleportation service that delivers what you need, when you need it. Through our technology that includes robotics and autonomy, we are decarbonizing delivery, decreasing road congestion, and reducing fossil fuel consumption and air pollution, while providing equitable access to billions of people and building a more resilient global supply chain. 

About the Role

Zipline is building a distributed physical infrastructure network to support autonomous delivery. As the Design Manager / Projects Manager, you will be the technical orchestrator of our expansion engine, responsible for managing the design lifecycle of ground systems across multiple metros in parallel. You will bridge the gap between site acquisition and construction, ensuring that every site has a flawless technical and tactical roadmap and is excuted betaing time and schedule goals.

This is a high-impact role. You aren't just managing drawings; you are accelerating the deployment of a new industry. You will lead the process for technical permit sets—specifically Civil and Electrical—driving them from initial conceptual layouts through rigorous city reviews to final permit release. You must be a "general athlete" who can speak the language of engineers, city planners, and contractors and internal stakeholders to resolve timeline-blocking issues before they impact our launch dates.

What You’ll Do

• Project and Program Ownership
• Own the end-to-end delivery and design process for multiple concurrent site development projects across diverse metros, spanning concept through permit approval and construction drawing issuance.
• Drive and accelerate project schedules, ensuring timely progression through key milestones (concept, permit submission, IFC).
• Proactively identify and resolve schedule constraints, technical roadblocks, design, constructability, and site constraints early to reduce downstream risk and rework.
• Manage project budgets related to design, engineering.
• Track risks, dependencies, and critical path items across the portfolio of projects.
• Design and Technical Workflow Management
• Oversee the creation, refinement, and adjustment of Civil and Electrical engineering drawing sets, managing the workflow from Initial Layouts -> Permit Sets  -> Construction Release.
• Manage and coordinate cross-functional design teams (civil, electrical, structural, architectural) to produce complete, compliant drawing sets.
• Standardize design processes, templates, and specifications to improve scalability and consistency across sites.
• Drive "design for deployability" by providing feedback loops to hardware engineering teams based on field insights and jurisdictional constraints.
• Permitting and Regulatory Tracking
• Oversee permitting submissions across multiple sites, metros, and jurisdictions, , including coordination with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs) and utility providers as needed. 
• Act as the primary internal manager of the submission process, incorporating city comments, and securing approvals to fast-track permit release.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration and Handoff
• Act as the primary point of contact across internal stakeholders, external consultants, and third-party partners.
• Partner with Real Estate, Civil/Electrical Engineers, and Construction Managers to ensure site designs are both compliant and "buildable".
• Support contractor bidding and preconstruction activities by ensuring the completeness and clarity of construction documents.
• Coordinate the handoff to construction teams, ensuring alignment on scope, design intent, and execution requirements.

What You’ll Bring

• Foundational Experience and Education
• Possess a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical field (or equivalent practical experience).
• Have 6-10+ years of experience in Design Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, Infrastructure Delivery, site development, infrastructure projects, or light commercial construction.
• Prior experience as an Engineer of Record (EOR) or Architect of Record is a plus.
• Experience in industries such as EV charging infrastructure, solar, telecom, or commercial site development is preferred but not required.
• Technical Fluency and Design Knowledge
• Deep understanding of construction drawings and specifications across multiple trades and disciplines.
• Basic knowledge of civil engineering design, including grading, drainage, and utilities, and basic knowledge of electrical site design fundamentals, including distribution and NEC codes.
• Ability to read, interpret, and review technical drawings and specifications across multiple disciplines.
• Project Management and Execution
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple concurrent, high-priority, and "0 to 1" projects through design, permitting, and construction documentation phases without losing critical details.
• Proven ability to manage schedules, budgets, and cross-functional dependencies in complex projects.
• Familiarity with project management tools like Procore or Bluebeam is a plus.
• Experience managing external consultants (engineering firms, architects) and driving deliverable accountability.
• Regulatory and Permitting Expertise
• Familiarity with permitting processes, zoning requirements, and coordination with local jurisdictions and utilities.
• Communication and Adaptability
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, including the ability to interface with technical and non-technical teams.
• Ability to translate complex technical decisions into clear business value for customers and simple "actionable tasks" for contractors.
• Experience working in fast-paced, evolving environments where progress must be driven with imperfect or ambiguous information (Resilience and Grit).

• CAD Experience: Familiarity with CAD software (e.g., Autodesk products) or a demonstrated willingness to learn independently

Zipline's "Great" Candidate Criteria

• Good candidates manage the checklist; Great candidates challenge requirements to ensure the best outcome for the company’s scalability.
• Great candidates don't just solve problems; they implement systemic changes to prevent the problem from occurring in the next 100 sites.
• Great candidates treat permits not as a bureaucratic hurdle, but as a strategic milestone to be proactively shaped and accelerated.

What Else You Need To Know

Zipline is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws or our own sensibilities.

We value diversity at Zipline and welcome applications from those who are traditionally underrepresented in tech. If you like the sound of this position but are not sure if you are the perfect fit, please apply!

The role 

As an Embedded Software Test Engineer / Tech Lead at Wayve, you will play a key role in validating onboard software systems before they reach full-vehicle testing. You’ll work across a range of embedded compute platforms and operating systems to ensure software is reliable, integrated, and ready for real-world deployment. This is a high-impact role where your work directly improves software quality and enables faster iteration across multiple teams. You’ll help scale testing by building automated tests and empowering developers to validate their work earlier in the development cycle.

Key responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and execute automated tests for onboard software subsystems (OS, middleware, sensors, and integration points)
• Validate software behavior on embedded hardware platforms within hardware-in-the-loop environments
• Collaborate with software engineers to identify test gaps and build coverage for new and existing features
• Debug and triage system-level issues across software and hardware boundaries
• Enable developer self-service testing by contributing to CI pipelines and reusable test frameworks
• Support expansion of test coverage by leveraging existing validation tests and shifting them earlier in the development cycle

About you  

In order to set you up for success as an Embedded Software Test Engineer at Wayve, we’re looking for the following skills and experience.  

Essential 

• Experience testing embedded software systems, ideally on Linux or QNX-based platforms
• Strong programming skills in Python, C++, or similar languages for test development and automation
• Experience working with embedded hardware platforms and understanding hardware/software interactions
• Proven ability to debug and triage complex issues across system layers
• Understanding of software testing principles, including automation, integration testing, and system validation

Desirable 

• Experience with hardware-in-the-loop (HiL) testing environments
• Familiarity with sensor systems or data pipelines (e.g., camera, radar, or similar)
• Experience working with CI/CD systems (e.g., Buildkite) and test pipeline integration
• Exposure to robotics, autonomous systems, or real-time software environments

This is a full-time role based in our office in Sunnyvale, California.  At Wayve we want the best of all worlds so we operate a hybrid working policy that combines time together in our offices and workshops to fuel innovation, culture, relationships and learning, and time spent working from home.   

Lumos & Associates, a leader in civil engineering throughout northern California, Nevada, and Idaho, is seeking an accomplished Water/Wastewater Senior Engineer to join our growing team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced engineer to take on a key technical leadership role within our Water/Wastewater practice. The position will work out of our Roseville, California office.

The ideal candidate brings advanced expertise in water and wastewater infrastructure design, a strong sense of ownership, and a collaborative leadership style. This individual will serve in responsible charge of projects, provide high-level technical oversight, and mentor junior staff while helping grow our technical practice.

About Us:

At Lumos & Associates, we are known for our forward-thinking approach and commitment to delivering high-quality engineering solutions that strengthen the communities we serve. We foster a collaborative environment where professionals are empowered to grow, innovate, and lead. We invest in professional development and operate under five core values: Stay Moving, Dip Down, Own It, Make It Right, and Take Pride.

About the Role:

The Water/Wastewater Senior Engineer serves as a senior technical leader responsible for the design, coordination, and oversight of complex infrastructure projects across our service territory. Project types include:

• Water distribution systems
• Sanitary sewer collection systems
• Booster pump and lift stations
• Storage facilities
• Master planning and hydraulic modeling
• Water and wastewater treatment facilities

This role combines advanced technical execution, team leadership, client engagement, and business development support.

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualities and skills:

• Strong technical background in water and wastewater design and construction management experience, and have a demonstrated ability to serve in a responsible charge capacity for water and wastewater projects.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to present technical information in public forums, as well as interpersonal communication with team members and colleagues.
• Possess a high level of creativity, organizational skills, and attention to detail, as well as a demonstrated ability to manage and oversee several tasks/projects concurrently.
• Strong business acumen necessary to maintain project budgets and develop new and repeat business with existing and new clients.
• Possess vision to help grow and direct the water/wastewater technical focus group in close coordination with the Lumos Group Manager, consistent with our strategic plan and goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate, oversee, and direct the project design team during the execution of projects in responsible charge.
• Develop, implement, and maintain project schedules and budgets.
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and delegating responsibility to staff.
• Provide technical review (QA/QC) of projects.
• Leads the development of engineering drawings using CAD/Civil 3D software. Designs in a manner according to established industry standards and state or federal construction policies. Conducts research as needed. This position will work in coordination with the Project Manager, but will spend a significant amount of time independently.
• Prepares or guides the preparation of due diligence/site analysis reports, engineer’s opinion of probable construction costs, utility infrastructure design and computations, technical reports, and general civil design for review by a Project Manager.
• Serves as the engineer in responsible charge for production of final civil design drawings/may stamp project deliverables, including plans, specifications, reports, and calculations.
• Leads field visits and construction site visits, and provides assistance related to the aspects of construction assistance activities (verify quantities, field reports, process pay applications, etc.).
• Prepares models or guides computer modeling for analysis of water, sewer, and stormwater systems. Prepares or guides the preparation of reports based upon modeling in coordination with the team.

 Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in civil or environmental engineering.
• 6+ years of progressive water/wastewater design experience.
• California P.E. license (or ability to obtain within 6 months).
• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Experience supervising and mentoring staff.
• Valid driver’s license and driving record with 3 or fewer demerit points.

This role offers the opportunity to lead complex projects, shape technical direction, and continue building specialized expertise within a growing and respected company.

Success in this position comes from strong technical judgment, proactive leadership, and a commitment to delivering excellence for clients and communities.

Structural Project Manager (P.E.)

About The Position

Lumos & Associates is expanding our presence in Sacramento, California, and we are seeking an entrepreneurial Structural Engineering Project Manager to help establish and grow our footprint in this new market. This is a unique opportunity for a motivated engineering professional who is passionate about structural engineering, client relationships, and business development. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise, proven project management skills, and the drive to build lasting partnerships while delivering high-quality work across a diverse range of project types.

This position requires a Professional Civil Engineer license in California. 

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualities and skills

• Strong technical background and a demonstrated ability to serve in a responsible charge capacity for projects.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to present technical information to clients, as well as interpersonal communication with team members and colleagues.
• High level of creativity, organizational skills, and attention to detail, as well as a demonstrated ability to manage and oversee several tasks simultaneously.
• Strong business acumen necessary to maintain project budgets and develop new and repeat business with existing and new clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Provides leadership in the development of new business and promotes repeat and referral business.
• Coordinates, oversees, and directs the project design team during the execution of projects.
• Develops, implements, and maintains project schedules and budgets.
• Provides coaching, mentoring, and delegating responsibility to staff.
• Provides technical review (QA/QC) of projects.
• Serves as the primary contact with clients.
• Prepares and reviews project proposals, qualification statements, and promotional materials.
• Mentors and coaches staff to achieve optimal job performance. Supports and encourages career development. Promotes positive employee relations and supports team building with positive and open communication.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year College or University with an emphasis in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Minimum of seven years of progressive experience in relevant structural engineering consulting/project management.
• Proven expertise in developing and managing new business opportunities and client proposals.
• Registered as a Professional Civil Engineer in California; ability to obtain Professional Civil Engineering license within 6 months of hire date required. Structural Engineer (S.E.), license preferred.
• Understanding of computer-aided design and drafting software including Revit and AutoCAD.
• Computer proficient with advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word/Excel/Outlook).
• Self-starter and hungry to lead initiatives that will grow and expand a business’s footprint in a dynamic, fast-paced and deadline driven environment.
• Outstanding results-oriented track record with excellent time/project management. Ability to apply cost/benefits analysis to requested projects.
• Proven experience successfully building trust, empowering people/teams, and making cross-functional cooperation happen in a highly engaged manner.
• Prior experience in managing a staff (supervise, train, coach, develop, motivate, interview, hire, terminate) and lead by example.
• Valid driver’s license and driving record with 3 or less demerit points.

 The Role 

As a Principal ML Engineer within the Application Engineering team, you’ll lead critical initiatives that push the frontier of model-based autonomous driving—both in terms of core driving performance and feature-level intelligence such as personalization, comfort, and collaboration.

You’ll design and deliver ML-driven behaviours that scale from assisted to autonomous driving. Your work will span across model architecture, data pipelines, evaluation frameworks, and real-world deployment. You’ll collaborate deeply with AI Platform, Simulation, Robot SW and Model Release teams to build systems that are performant, adaptable, and ready for production.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and improve end-to-end driving models with state-of-the-art performance, robustness, and generalization.
• Lead projects on personalized and collaborative driving, including behavior conditioning, comfort tuning, and user alignment.
• Build evaluation pipelines and metrics for both closed-loop and open-loop driving performance and product readiness.
• Curate and mine real-world and synthetic data to drive scenario diversity, coverage, and feature-specific development.
• Influence architecture choices, training methodologies, and deployment pathways for production-scale learning systems.
• Collaborate cross-functionally across various teams to ensure integration and iteration velocity.
• Mentor senior engineers and shape the long-term technical direction across Autonomy.

About you 

In order to set you up for success as a Principal ML Engineer at Wayve, we’re looking for the following skills and experience.  

Essential 

• Extensive and proven track record of shipping deep learning systems to production.
• Expert in deep learning (esp. sequential models, control, planning, or perception).
• Proficient in Python and other relevant languages (e.g. C++ and CUDA) and ML frameworks (esp. PyTorch), with a solid foundation in software engineering practices.
• Experience with real-time systems or robotics, ideally with simulation- or vehicle-in-the-loop components.
• Ability to lead technical initiatives across teams, drive alignment, and mentor engineers.

Desirable 

• Prior work in autonomous driving, imitation learning, or trajectory prediction.
• Familiarity with personalization, human behavior modeling, or driver intent inference.
• Experience integrating ML systems into production hardware or multi-agent simulation.

This role is a full-time role based in Sunnyvale, CA and the reasonably estimated salary for this role ranges from $370,300 to $466,100 plus a competitive equity package. Actual compensation is based on the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience.

At Wayve we want the best of all worlds so we operate a hybrid working policy that combines time together in our offices and workshops to fuel innovation, culture, relationships and learning, and time spent working from home. We operate core working hours so you can determine the schedule that works best for you and your team.  

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The Role 

As an ML Engineer within the Application Engineering team, you’ll lead critical initiatives that push the frontier of model-based autonomous driving—both in terms of core driving performance and feature-level intelligence such as personalisation, comfort, and collaboration.

You’ll design and deliver ML-driven behaviors that scale from assisted to autonomous driving. Your work will span across model architecture, data pipelines, evaluation frameworks, and real-world deployment. You’ll collaborate deeply with AI Platform, Simulation, Robot SW and Model Release teams to build systems that are performant, adaptable, and ready for production.

Responsibilities:

• • Develop and improve end-to-end driving models with state-of-the-art performance, robustness, and generalization.
  • Lead projects on personalized and collaborative driving, including behavior conditioning, comfort tuning, and user alignment.
  • Build evaluation pipelines and metrics for both closed-loop and open-loop driving performance and product readiness.
  • Curate and mine real-world and synthetic data to drive scenario diversity, coverage, and feature-specific development.
  • Influence architecture choices, training methodologies, and deployment pathways for production-scale learning systems.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally across various teams to ensure integration and iteration velocity.
  • Mentor senior engineers and shape the long-term technical direction across Autonomy.

About you: 

In order to set you up for success as a Machine Learning Engineer at Wayve, we’re looking for the following skills and experience.  

Essential

• Extensive and proven track record of shipping deep learning systems to production.
• Expert in deep learning (esp. sequential models, control, planning, or perception).
• Proficient in Python and other relevant languages (e.g. C++ and CUDA) and ML frameworks (esp. PyTorch), with a solid foundation in software engineering practices.
• Experience with real-time systems or robotics, ideally with simulation- or vehicle-in-the-loop components.
• Ability to lead technical initiatives across teams, drive alignment, and mentor engineers.

Desirable

• Prior work in autonomous driving, imitation learning, or trajectory prediction.
• Familiarity with personalization, human behavior modeling, or driver intent inference.
• Experience integrating ML systems into production hardware or multi-agent simulation.

This role is a full-time role based in Sunnyvale, CA and the reasonably estimated salary for this role ranges from $283,500 to $354,000 plus a competitive equity package. Actual compensation is based on the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience.

At Wayve we want the best of all worlds so we operate a hybrid working policy that combines time together in our offices and workshops to fuel innovation, culture, relationships and learning, and time spent working from home. We operate core working hours so you can determine the schedule that works best for you and your team.  

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The Role 

We’re seeking an exceptional Application SW Engineer to join our Application Engineering org, focused on localising and advancing Wayve’s autonomous driving technology for the US market. This is a unique opportunity to play a hands-on role in shaping our AV capabilities in the US from the ground up.

In this role, you’ll be responsible for the bring-up and early validation of our AI software stack on customer hardware platforms, ensuring seamless performance across diverse SoCs and operating systems. You’ll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams across Verification, Release, and OEM partners to ensure smooth integration and reliable delivery.

Responsibilities:

• Execute software bring-up on customer hardware platforms (e.g. NVIDIA Drive, Qualcomm Ride).
• Port and configure Linux-based systems, QNX, and Adaptive AUTOSAR environments.
• Integrate and validate drivers, middleware, and boot-time configurations.
• Collaborate with Verification & Release teams to integrate hardware into CI/CD, HIL, and test infrastructure.
• Work with OEM and Tier 1 teams to resolve hardware-specific integration issues.
• Implement system-level diagnostics, logging, and secure boot configuration.
• Develop automation for setup, flashing, health checks, and test execution on target hardware.

About you 

In order to set you up for success as an Application Software Engineer at Wayve, we’re looking for the following skills and experience.  

Essential 

• 8+ years of experience in embedded or automotive software development, ideally with hands-on platform bring-up experience.
• Strong proficiency in C/C++, Bash, and Python.
• Deep understanding of Linux-based embedded systems (Yocto, systemd, bootloaders, device trees).
• Familiarity with QNX and Adaptive AUTOSAR environments and the ability to configure and debug them on target hardware.
• Experience with bring-up on automotive-grade SoCs (e.g., NVIDIA Orin, Qualcomm SA8295/SA8650, Renesas, TI).
• Comfortable working with hardware debuggers, flashing tools, serial consoles, and board support packages (BSPs).
• Familiarity with communication protocols like CAN, Ethernet, PCIe, SPI, I2C.
• Hands-on experience integrating embedded platforms into CI/CD pipelines and test automation frameworks.

Desirable 

• Exposure to automotive verification environments (e.g., HIL systems, Vector toolchains, custom CI rigs).
• Experience working in a safety-critical domain with an understanding of ISO 26262, boot-time determinism, and watchdogs.
• Understanding of secure boot, OTA updates, and system-level cybersecurity topics.
• Familiarity with Docker, Jenkins, Git, and artifact management tools like JFrog Artifactory.

This role is a full-time role based in Sunnyvale or Detroit (hybrid) and the reasonably estimated salary for this role ranges from $209,700 to $298,200 plus a competitive equity package. Actual compensation is based on the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience.

At Wayve we want the best of all worlds so we operate a hybrid working policy that combines time together in our offices and workshops to fuel innovation, culture, relationships and learning, and time spent working from home. We operate core working hours so you can determine the schedule that works best for you and your team.  

The Role 

We’re seeking an exceptional Application SW Engineer to join our Application Engineering org, focused on localising and advancing Wayve’s autonomous driving technology for the US market. This is a unique opportunity to play a hands-on role in shaping our AV capabilities in the US from the ground up.

In this role, you’ll be responsible for the bring-up and early validation of our AI software stack on customer hardware platforms, ensuring seamless performance across diverse SoCs and operating systems. You’ll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams across Verification, Release, and OEM partners to ensure smooth integration and reliable delivery.

Responsibilities:

• Execute software bring-up on customer hardware platforms (e.g. NVIDIA Drive, Qualcomm Ride).
• Port and configure Linux-based systems, QNX, and Adaptive AUTOSAR environments.
• Integrate and validate drivers, middleware, and boot-time configurations.
• Collaborate with Verification & Release teams to integrate hardware into CI/CD, HIL, and test infrastructure.
• Work with OEM and Tier 1 teams to resolve hardware-specific integration issues.
• Implement system-level diagnostics, logging, and secure boot configuration.
• Develop automation for setup, flashing, health checks, and test execution on target hardware.

About you 

In order to set you up for success as an Application Software Engineer at Wayve, we’re looking for the following skills and experience.  

Essential 

• 8+ years of experience in embedded or automotive software development, ideally with hands-on platform bring-up experience.
• Strong proficiency in C/C++, Bash, and Python.
• Deep understanding of Linux-based embedded systems (Yocto, systemd, bootloaders, device trees).
• Familiarity with QNX and Adaptive AUTOSAR environments and the ability to configure and debug them on target hardware.
• Experience with bring-up on automotive-grade SoCs (e.g., NVIDIA Orin, Qualcomm SA8295/SA8650, Renesas, TI).
• Comfortable working with hardware debuggers, flashing tools, serial consoles, and board support packages (BSPs).
• Familiarity with communication protocols like CAN, Ethernet, PCIe, SPI, I2C.
• Hands-on experience integrating embedded platforms into CI/CD pipelines and test automation frameworks.

Desirable 

• Exposure to automotive verification environments (e.g., HIL systems, Vector toolchains, custom CI rigs).
• Experience working in a safety-critical domain with an understanding of ISO 26262, boot-time determinism, and watchdogs.
• Understanding of secure boot, OTA updates, and system-level cybersecurity topics.
• Familiarity with Docker, Jenkins, Git, and artifact management tools like JFrog Artifactory.

This role is a full-time role based in Sunnyvale or Detroit (hybrid) and the reasonably estimated salary for this role ranges from $209,700 to $298,200 plus a competitive equity package. Actual compensation is based on the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience.

At Wayve we want the best of all worlds so we operate a hybrid working policy that combines time together in our offices and workshops to fuel innovation, culture, relationships and learning, and time spent working from home. We operate core working hours so you can determine the schedule that works best for you and your team.  

The Role 

In this role, you will play a critical part in supporting our customers throughout the entire development lifecycle, from the initial integration phase to the final validation of our technology. You will ensure that customers receive responsive, high-quality technical support and work closely with both our clients and internal engineering teams to ensure seamless integration of our technology into their vehicles.

Located near our customers, you will be in a prime position to perform rapid diagnostics, identify issues in real time, and collaborate directly with customer engineering teams. This proximity allows you to maintain a holistic understanding of the system and effectively distinguish between vehicle-related issues and those specific to the Wayve AI Driver.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide hands-on technical support to customers throughout the development and validation process
• Serve as the bridge between customer vehicle integration teams and Wayve’s internal engineering teams
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to our technology independently
• Escalate complex or critical issues to the appropriate internal stakeholders
• Develop deep understanding of customer systems and APIs (e.g. drive-by-wire) to effectively guide internal teams
• Maintain a system-level perspective to identify root causes, whether vehicle-based or software-related

About you 

In order to set you up for success as a Customer Integration Engineer at Wayve, we’re looking for the following skills and experience.  

• Strong problem-solving skills and analytical thinking
• Proven ability to lead investigations into platform or vehicle issues in collaboration with internal and customer teams
  Extensive hands-on experience with development vehicles
• Proficiency with diagnostic and calibration tools (e.g. CANape or similar)
• Familiarity with terminal usage and a willingness to develop basic programming skills
• Solid understanding of vehicle communication protocols (e.g. CAN, Ethernet) and automotive system architectures
• Practical experience working in an automotive environment, ideally with a track record of bringing products to production
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with both customers and internal teams
• Willingness to travel as required
  
  

This role is a full-time role based in Sunnyvale or Detroit (hybrid) and the reasonably estimated salary for this role ranges from $137,300 to $187,000 plus a competitive equity package. Actual compensation is based on the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience.

At Wayve we want the best of all worlds so we operate a hybrid working policy that combines time together in our offices and workshops to fuel innovation, culture, relationships and learning, and time spent working from home. We operate core working hours so you can determine the schedule that works best for you and your team.  

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The Role 

In this role, you will play a critical part in supporting our customers throughout the entire development lifecycle, from the initial integration phase to the final validation of our technology. You will ensure that customers receive responsive, high-quality technical support and work closely with both our clients and internal engineering teams to ensure seamless integration of our technology into their vehicles.

Located near our customers, you will be in a prime position to perform rapid diagnostics, identify issues in real time, and collaborate directly with customer engineering teams. This proximity allows you to maintain a holistic understanding of the system and effectively distinguish between vehicle-related issues and those specific to the Wayve AI Driver.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide hands-on technical support to customers throughout the development and validation process
• Serve as the bridge between customer vehicle integration teams and Wayve’s internal engineering teams
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to our technology independently
• Escalate complex or critical issues to the appropriate internal stakeholders
• Develop deep understanding of customer systems and APIs (e.g. drive-by-wire) to effectively guide internal teams
• Maintain a system-level perspective to identify root causes, whether vehicle-based or software-related

About you 

In order to set you up for success as a Customer Integration Engineer at Wayve, we’re looking for the following skills and experience.  

• Strong problem-solving skills and analytical thinking
• Proven ability to lead investigations into platform or vehicle issues in collaboration with internal and customer teams
  Extensive hands-on experience with development vehicles
• Proficiency with diagnostic and calibration tools (e.g. CANape or similar)
• Familiarity with terminal usage and a willingness to develop basic programming skills
• Solid understanding of vehicle communication protocols (e.g. CAN, Ethernet) and automotive system architectures
• Practical experience working in an automotive environment, ideally with a track record of bringing products to production
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with both customers and internal teams
• Willingness to travel as required
  
  

This role is a full-time role based in Sunnyvale or Detroit (hybrid) and the reasonably estimated salary for this role ranges from $137,300 to $187,000 plus a competitive equity package. Actual compensation is based on the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience.

At Wayve we want the best of all worlds so we operate a hybrid working policy that combines time together in our offices and workshops to fuel innovation, culture, relationships and learning, and time spent working from home. We operate core working hours so you can determine the schedule that works best for you and your team.  

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What you’ll do:

• Develop safety-critical software components for the Powertrain software team, including battery management systems, motor controllers and core/platform.
• Participate in planning, design, coding, and testing.
• Work with system engineers to decompose requirements into high-level and low-level software requirements in compliance with DO-178C.
• Work with multi-disciplinary teams to develop and integrate complex hardware/software systems.
• Software requirements decomposition, analysis, definition, and traceability.
• Software analyses, requirements-based testing, and structural coverage analysis. 
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of our processes to increase safety and efficiency.

What you need:

• At least a BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related degree
• Proficiency with C
• Fluency with Python
• Experience developing embedded software - preferably in a regulated environment complying with safety standards like DO-178C or ISO 26262
• Familiarity with debuggers and lab instruments such as oscilloscopes and bus analyzers
• Excellent organizational and communication skills

Bonus qualifications

• Experience working on software for Flight controls systems,  Electric Vehicles (EV) powertrains, including motor control and battery management systems
• Familiarity with modeling tools like UML or SysML
• Knowledge of Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS) and multi-threading
• Experience with civil aerospace SW development

At Archer we aim to attract, retain, and motivate talent that possess the skills and leadership necessary to grow our business. We drive a pay-for-performance culture and reward performance that supports the Company’s business strategy. For this position we are targeting a base pay between $140,000 - $180,000. Actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

What You’ll Do 

• Support the development of major structural airframe assemblies from preliminary design through certification, and manufacturing ramp up. 
• Apply in-depth understanding of load paths, design best practices, and hand calcs to design robust structural configurations. 
• Apply design for manufacturing concepts to create designs that are cost effective and easy to fabricate at rate. 
• Perform composite sandwich construction and adhesive paste bonding. 
• Assist in the development of company standards for composite and metallic part CAD models and drawings. 
• Work closely with other engineers on the design, stress and M&P teams. 
• Provide technical guidance on design concepts (risk vs. cost vs. performance). 
• Support manufacturing to validate and verify that designs meet requirements and specifications.

Minimum Education requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Aeronautical, Mechanical, Structural or Civil Engineering.

Minimum Experience requirement: Aerospace Engineer, Design Engineer, Mechanical Engineer or related job title in which three (3) years of closely related experience in design, analysis and manufacturing of composite aerostructures and lightweight structures (aircraft, spacecraft, other high performance vehicles), including design of large bonded structures, sandwich construction, hand laid prepreg carbon fiber, machined metal, and manufacturing of composite part.

Alternate Requirements: Master's degree in Aerospace, Aeronautical, Mechanical, Structural or Civil Engineering with (1) year experience as an Aerospace Engineer, Design Engineer, Mechanical Engineer or related job title in which closely related experience in design, analysis and manufacturing of composite aerostructures and lightweight structures (aircraft, spacecraft, other high performance vehicles), including design of large bonded structures, sandwich construction, hand laid prepreg carbon fiber, machined metal, and manufacturing of composite part.

Special Requirements: Must have CAD skills in NX, Solidworks, Catia or Creo. Must have knowledge of FAA aircraft certification requirements for Part 23 aircraft and PDM systems, FEMAP and HYPERWORKS.

Travel Requirement: Up to 25% domestic and international travel.

Please apply online at: https://www.archer.com/careers. Must put job code SJ2026GA on resume/CV and cover letter. 

At Archer we aim to attract, retain, and motivate talent that possess the skills and leadership necessary to grow our business. For this position we are offering $$164,320 - $172,536 per year.

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What You’ll Do:

Join our Development Assurance team, reporting directly to the Manager of Systems Engineering. In this pivotal role, you will be instrumental in launching our first certified aircraft by architecting the engineering framework that governs how we work. You will define, deploy, and continuously improve the processes and toolchains that enable our teams to develop cutting-edge aircraft systems with the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency. As a multi-disciplinary leader, you will bridge the gap between engineering execution and company strategy, ensuring our development lifecycle is fully compliant ARP4754A and other aerospace industry standards.

• Architect Compliant Processes: Lead the definition, implementation, and continuous improvement of a comprehensive Systems Engineering framework fully compliant with ARP4754A.  Ensure that our engineering processes and artifacts not only meet the objectives of ARP4754A, DO-178C, and DO-254 but also generate the clear, traceable evidence required for successful audits and certification.
• Establish Artifact Standards: Define and govern the standards, templates, and quality criteria for all key development artifacts
• Drive a Culture of Compliance: You'll be a trusted partner and coach to engineering teams, helping them understand the "why" behind the process and integrating their feedback to create a system that works for everyone.
• Foster Cross-Functional Adoption: Partner directly with multidisciplinary engineering teams to integrate compliant processes and artifact standards into their daily workflows, providing training and support to ensure practical and consistent application.
• Optimize Tool-Based Enforcement: Collaborate with the Product Lifecycle Engineering and Tools teams to configure our engineering toolchain to enforce process compliance, automate traceability, and manage the lifecycle of all certified artifacts.

What You Need:

• Education: 
• BS, MS, or PhD in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
• Experience:
• 5+ yrs of experience in developing one or more aerospace systems
• Technical Expertise:
• Proven background in developing and verifying highly integrated aerospace systems.
• Experience with requirements development, configuration, and architecture definition for aircraft.
• Hands-on experience with civil aviation programs utilizing Systems Engineering processes for certification credit.
• Deep understanding of systems engineering practices and the underlying reasons and purpose behind them
• Significant experience using one or more requirements management tools (e.g., Polarion, DOORS, Jama).
• Full understanding of the Systems Engineering standard used in civil aviation and the underlying reasons and purpose for each process and activity
• Extensive experience defining, implementing, and providing training for engineering processes
• Familiarity with regulations and standards for transport and general aviation aircraft (14 CFR Part 23/27)
• Experience working on Type Certification from concept to completion.

Soft Skills:

• Collaborative mindset
• Great organizational skills
• Excellent verbal and written interpersonal communication
• Passion for learning and problem solving

Bonus Qualifications:

• Experience following systems engineering principles in a non-aerospace industry.
• Proficiency in Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methodologies and tools.
• Knowledge of safety assessment processes (SAE ARP4761).
• Background in complex hardware/software certification standards (RTCA DO-178 / DO-254).
• Experience customizing or improving requirements management workflows.
• Hands on experience with development of Mechanical Systems or Aircraft Structures
• Experience conducting audits of engineering development processes.
• Experience defining and applying configuration management strategies
• Experience interacting with a certifying authority regarding System Development and Safety certification 
• Experience developing cross program processes and guidance.

Please note that this job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and does not include an exhaustive list of responsibilities and qualifications

At Archer we aim to attract, retain, and motivate talent that possess the skills and leadership necessary to grow our business. We drive a pay-for-performance culture and reward performance that supports the Company’s business strategy. For this position we are targeting a base pay between 126,700 - 190,000. Actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Archer is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. All aspects of employment are decided on the basis of merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Archer is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities, and those with sincerely held religious beliefs. Applicants who may require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should provide their name and contact information to Archer’s People Team at people@archer.com. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

The opportunity

As a member of our Flight Control Actuation Systems team you will define, design, validate, and verify system level requirements while working with internal teams and suppliers to ensure requirement compliance for the flight control actuation system of eVTOL  aircraft. You will be responsible for showing compliance with product and regulatory requirements while acting as a multi-disciplinary integrator at the actuator subsystem, flight control system, and aircraft levels.

What you’ll do:

• Contribute at an expert level to actuation product strategy, trades, architecture definition, and planning
• Plan and coordinate engineering activities with a focus on disciplined and efficient execution
• Author and take responsibility for the flight control and actuation system-level product requirements while ensuring compatibility with all interfacing systems.
• Ensure the requirement set is complete and correct, with traceability to and fulfilling business, technical, and operational objectives
• Coordinate with other Systems Engineers to ensure the fully integrated system meets its requirements and is optimized
• Collaborate with systems and safety engineering team to define the functional breakdown, and identify functional and physical interfaces
• Lead and drive  mutli-disciplinary integration and problem resolution
• Support suppliers and internal teams in the development of lower-level requirement sets with other systems engineers, technical leads, and subject matter experts
• Review and assess internal and supplier designs, documentation, and performance to ensure correctness, completeness, and quality of the product
• Coordinate the Validation and Verification processes at the system level, ensuring the plans are followed and process independence is maintained
• Contribute to improving internal processes and tools
• Contribute to writing system level verification plan and procedures, including formal requirements verification, end-to-end robustness testing, performance analysis, production acceptance test procedures
• Support development of compliance documentation such as the system certification plan, system compliance checklists, system review reports, system descriptions, issue paper development and responses
• Support development and review of aircraft level technical documentation such as aircraft manuals and procedures.

What we are looking for

General

• Collaborative mindset
• Excellent verbal and written interpersonal communication
• Excellent organization and self leadership skills
• Passion for learning and problem solving
• 10+ years of relevant experience, preferably in aerospace
• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or related field

Technical

• Experience developing or working with highly integrated systems (aerospace preferred)
• Experience with actuation control system requirements and practical controls implementation.
• Experience with actuation electronics, mechanical, and motor physics fundamentals
• Experience with EMI/EMC design, physics, mitigation and related testing
• Experience with design and testing for harsh environments
• Familiarity with Systems Engineering standards used in civil aviation and the underlying reasons and purpose for each process and activity
• Experience with aircraft development from concept to certification and entry into service
• Experience using one or more requirements management tools

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience executing formal Validation and Verification activities in a civil aerospace program
• Experience with low and high voltage electronics design, board layout, and testing 
• Familiarity with Matlab/Simulink
• Familiarity with Python or similar scripting languages

This position requires access to information which is subject to U.S. export control regulations. To conform to such regulations as the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), applicant should be eligible for any required authorizations from the U.S. Government.

Please note that this job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and does not include an exhaustive list of responsibilities and qualifications

At Archer we aim to attract, retain, and motivate talent that possess the skills and leadership necessary to grow our business. We drive a pay-for-performance culture and reward performance that supports the Company’s business strategy. Actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Archer is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities, and those with sincerely held religious beliefs. Applicants who may require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should provide their name and contact information to Archer’s People Team at people@archer.com. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

What You’ll Do:

In the Battery Controls Integration Engineer role, you will be responsible for integrating Archer’s high voltage battery controls system onto test platforms and verifying BMS safety-critical functionality – enabling the use of electric vertical-takeoff-and-landing aircraft for urban air mobility. Your deliverables will span all phases of the product development life cycle: development, implementation, validation, and continuous improvement.

Specifically, you will…

Core Responsibilities and Development Focus

• Verification and Testing Strategy: Develop and execute verification procedures and test plans across various environments: Simulation, Software-in-the-Loop (SIL), Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL).
• Integrated Testing Ownership: Own the Battery Management System (BMS) controls hardware/software integrated system functionality testing on safety-critical components, utilizing HIL, SIL, and high-voltage (HV) integrated labs.
• Automation and Infrastructure: Implement updates to automated test cases in synchronization with BMS functionality development for verification and regression testing, specifically using model-based environments.
• Test System Development: Provide commissioning and maintenance support for the complete testing infrastructure required to enable HIL testing of BMS controls, algorithms, and software.
• Process and Infrastructure Improvement: Own the automated testing platform to enhance the efficiency, accuracy, and level of automation for BMS control system verification. Support continuous test infrastructure improvement, including writing and debugging test scripts on HV HIL systems.

Cross-Functional Collaboration and Integration

• Coordination and Liaison: Coordinate all integrated BMS test infrastructure and verification activities across Archer teams. Serve as the verification liaison between the Systems Engineering organization and the High Voltage Power System / BMS's Controls and Software groups.
• Integration Activities: Perform essential integration activities for the BMS in the dedicated battery labs and integrated system labs.
• Feedback and Resolution: Provide feedback on issues and verification gaps discovered during integration to the relevant System/Software teams and collaborate on effective resolution and subsequent verification.
• Lab Stakeholder: Collaborate with lab staff to ensure continuous improvement of process and infrastructure, and assure the continuity of integration learnings into both prototype and production aircraft functional testing.
• Cross-Functional Alignment: Work closely with mechanical, electrical, system architecture, software development, and integration teams to understand new component-level hardware changes and ensure corresponding software support.

Compliance, Reporting, and Safety

• Certification Support: Maintain traceability between requirements and test results, generating all required artifacts to support software certification.
• Data Analysis: Analyze test data and present clear summaries via dashboards and failure reports.
• Failure Analysis: Investigate and lead device failure analysis to determine root cause, driving subsequent product improvements.
• Safety Compliance: Adhere to all safety procedures when operating with and around high voltage systems.
• System Support: Support HIL systems, test systems, dSPACE, python scripting, and hardware setups related to software systems.

What You Need:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
• 3+ years of experience with experience in Model-, Software-, Processor-, and Hardware-in-the-Loop testing
• Experience with test platforms such as dSPACE, National Instruments, Speedgoat, etc.
• Proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink design and test workflows
• Proficiency in scripting languages, e.g., Python
• Knowledge of communication protocols such as CAN, SPI, Ethernet, etc.
• Experience with CAN software tools, e.g., Vector CANalyzer
• Experience with requirement management tools
• Experience with new product development in regulated industries (e.g., aviation, medical devices)
• Excellent organization and communication skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks
• Collaborative mindset, willingness to step in and support where needed
• Passion for learning and problem solving

Bonus Qualifications:

• Experience with high voltage battery systems and controls
• Working knowledge of lithium-ion battery electrochemistry and electrothermal models
• Experience with DO-178C software verification and ARP4754 development process
• Experience with eVTOL aircraft and a basic understanding of the role of various aircraft subsystems including an electric powertrain
• Experience executing formal validation and verification activities in a civil aerospace program

Please note that this job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and does not include an exhaustive list of responsibilities and qualifications

At Archer we aim to attract, retain, and motivate talent that possess the skills and leadership necessary to grow our business. We drive a pay-for-performance culture and reward performance that supports the Company’s business strategy. For this position we are targeting a base pay between $140,000.00 - $188,000.00. Actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Archer is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities, and those with sincerely held religious beliefs. Applicants who may require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should provide their name and contact information to Archer’s People Team at people@archer.com. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

We are looking for an experienced Test Engineer to join the Propulsion Team at Archer. This role will have a strong focus on the verification and testing of Archer’s internally-developed Propulsion Tilt-rotor system, which interfaces with the electric engines, and other electric actuation subsystems, as well as low voltage and high-voltage power distribution. This role will have to plan and execute testing at component-level as well as integrated system level. Having prior testing experience and capability of executing in complex test campaigns is a must.

What you’ll do:

• Gain a comprehensive understanding of the Propulsion system, including architecture as well the details of all subsystems and components. 
• Develop test plans to validate and verify the Archer Electric Engine Tilt-rotor system consisting of components involving electrical actuation components, and mechanisms. 
• Design and execute requirements-based verification tests on custom test-stands.
• Process test data, and prepare technical test reports.
• Investigate any emergent issues discovered during testing to determine root cause and drive product improvements.
• Develop and improve test stands, tooling.
• Collaborate with the Software development team, Systems engineering team, and Design teams.
• Support development and review of aircraft-level and system-level technical documentation such as manuals and procedures.
• Contribute to improving internal processes and tools.

What you need:

• Bachelor’s in Engineering, Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in testing highly-integrated safety-critical systems (aerospace, automotive or healthcare)
• Experience with requirements-based testing. 
• Experience with actuation control system design, and practical controls implementation.
• Familiarity with integrated system communication protocols (CAN, Ethernet, RS485 etc.) including debugging communication problems
• Experience with various test instrumentation devices (e.g. voltage, current, vibration, temperature measurement)
• Strong experience with signal processing and analysis
• Strong experience with python or matlab data processing and analysis
• Experience debugging test incidents and performing root cause failure analyses
• Basic working understanding of electrical circuit design, mechanical engineering, power electronics, motor drives
• Ensure testing is compliant with FAA, DoD, or other aircraft standards
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Exhibits ownership with an ability to thrive within ambiguity

Bonus qualifications

• Experience executing formal Validation and Verification activities in a civil aerospace program. 
• Prior experience with hydraulic loading actuators.  
• Experience with Python, MATLAB, National Instruments, or other data acquisition and analysis software.
• Experience with integrated system communication protocols (CAN, Ethernet, RS485 etc.)
• Experience with High Voltage systems and safety

Archer is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities, and those with sincerely held religious beliefs. Applicants who may require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should provide their name and contact information to Archer’s People Team at people@archer.com. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

The role 

As a Tech Lead, Machine Learning Engineer within Wayve’s AV Product Engineering team, you will lead the navigation workstream for our end-to-end autonomous driving system - spanning L2+, L3, and robotaxi products. This is a rare opportunity to own your work from model training all the way through to deployment in production vehicles, with full visibility into the entire pipeline. Joining a small, high-impact team, you will set the technical direction for navigation ML and have meaningful scope for growth as the team expands.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the navigation workstream, including route planning, rerouting, and driving across L2+, L3, and robotaxi products.
• Train and deploy end-to-end models for navigation and driving features, owning the full lifecycle from model training through to vehicle integration and production deployment.
• Define the roadmap and technical vision for navigation ML within the AV Features team, helping shape the direction of L2+ driving features.
• Collaborate closely with the Evaluation, Robot Software, and Data Platform teams to iterate rapidly and improve model performance.
• Leverage closed-loop and open-loop evaluation frameworks to measure driving quality and validate production readiness.
• Mentor and support junior engineers on the team and shape the long-term technical direction
  

About you  

In order to set you up for success as a Tech Lead ML Engineer at Wayve, we’re looking for the following skills and experience

Essential 

• 7+ years of ML engineering experience with a strong track record of shipping deep learning systems to production.
• Proficient in Python and other relevant languages (e.g. C++ and CUDA) and ML frameworks (esp. PyTorch), with a solid foundation in software engineering practices.
• Hands-on experience with transformer-based and multimodal architectures, including vision-language models (VLM), vision-language-action models (VLA), or equivalent.
• Demonstrated ability to train and deploy end-to-end ML models for production systems.
• Strong understanding of end-to-end learning approaches for driving, embodied AI, or related domains.
• Ability to take full ownership of a technical workstream - driving it from research and experimentation through to production deployment.

Desirable 

• Prior work in autonomous driving, imitation learning, or trajectory prediction. Or background in the AV industry, ideally from a perception, planning, controls, or evaluation team.
• Experience with closed-loop simulation and open-loop evaluation for autonomous driving or robotics systems.
• Familiarity with navigation problems, route planning, or multi-modal sensor fusion.
• Research publications in relevant areas (machine learning, robotics, computer vision) - less critical than strong applied production experience

This is a full-time role based in our office in Sunnyvale.  At Wayve we want the best of all worlds so we operate a hybrid working policy that combines time together in our offices and workshops to fuel innovation, culture, relationships and learning, and time spent working from home. 

Location: Costa Mesa, CA #LI-HYBRID #BI-HYBRID

Who We Are

Toast creates technology to help restaurants and local businesses succeed in a digital world, helping business owners operate, increase sales, engage customers, and keep employees happy.

Are you bready* for a change?

Toast currently serves hundreds of multi-unit brands, including Caribou Coffee, Choice Hotels, Craveworthy Brands, WaBa Grill, Nothing Bundt Cakes, Papa Gino's & D'Angelo, Costa Vida Fresh Mexican Grill, and The Human Bean, among others. We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join our enterprise drive-thru team and help us build the best-in-class drive-thru solutions that enable significant future growth. You will get to work across the entire Toast platform, including our scalable backend, customer-facing web apps, and everything else in between. As a member of the Drive-Thru Enterprise team, you will help ensure our products are built to meet the evolving needs of these customers. You can read more on our Toast for Enterprise Page.

About this roll* (Responsibilities) 

• Design, build, deploy, and maintain highly resilient and scalable features across Toast’s enterprise management products
• Hands-on design and implementation of Android applications in Kotlin
• Lead complex projects that improve the functionality and reliability of our products
• Ensure quality by building automated testing for changes
• Contribute to the overall quality of the Android and backend systems
• Collaborate with UX, PM, QA, and Engineering to define, design, and build best-in-class solutions in a complex and fast-moving environment
• Guide the growth & development of peer engineers with mentoring and coaching

Do you have the right ingredients*? (Requirements)

• 5+ years of prior experience developing and maintaining Android applications
• Experience with distributed systems, enterprise messaging systems, and/or microservices
• Proficient with modern API standards and technologies (e.g., REST, GraphQL)
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences
• Passionate about driving innovation and continuously improving engineering practices
• Proven track record of technical leadership and contribution to complex projects
• Has a growth mindset with an emphasis on improving yourself and your team
• Balances getting things done with platform stability
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in computer science

What we use to make our dish (Our Tech Stack)

• A core of Java & Kotlin based backend services.
• React SPAs leveraging Tailwind, GraphQL, and Storybook.
• Android app built in Java & Kotlin.
• PostgreSQL and DynamoDB as core persistence.
• Pulsar, Camel, and RabbitMQ for message-based integrations.
• And many more technologies that help us build a top-class platform.
  
  

AI at Toast

At Toast, one of our company values is that we're hungry to build and learn. We believe learning new AI tools empowers us to build for our customers faster, more independently, and with higher quality. We provide these tools across all disciplines, from Engineering and Product to Sales and Support, and are inspired by how our Toasters are already driving real value with them. The people who thrive here are those who embrace changes that let us build more for our customers; it’s a core part of our culture.

Our Total Rewards Philosophy 
We strive to provide competitive compensation and benefits programs that help to attract, retain, and motivate the best and brightest people in our industry. Our total rewards package goes beyond great earnings potential and provides the means to a healthy lifestyle with the flexibility to meet Toasters’ changing needs. Learn more about our benefits at https://careers.toasttab.com/toast-benefits.

About the Position 

We’re seeking a Lead Design Engineer (Transportation/Transit) to support the delivery of engineering design services for large, heavy-civil infrastructure programs in highways, roads, and bridges, transit (including rail systems), aviation (international airports), and water sectors delivered through both traditional and alternative methods. This role is responsible for leading and delivering assigned engineering design scopes under task orders, with accountability for technical quality, coordination within defined scopes, and compliance with applicable standards and requirements. The individual in this role is expected to operate as the Lead Design Engineer responsible for assigned task order scopes, capable of independently leading design efforts, and delivering design packages in coordination with client stakeholders.   

This is a long-term, full-time, on-site position located in Sacramento, CA. 

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: 

• Lead and take ownership of assigned engineering design scopes under task orders, including planning, execution, and delivery of design packages, while ensuring the technical quality, completeness, and compliance of engineering deliverables within defined scopes.  
• Lead multidisciplinary design efforts within assigned scopes, including coordination across relevant disciplines to support delivery of assigned design packages. 
• Provide technical leadership and oversight for design development to ensure compliance with project requirements, applicable codes, and agency standards. 
• Actively lead and contribute to design development, including review and validation of engineering calculations, drawings, and technical assumptions.  
• Prepare, review, and ensure the technical quality and completeness of engineering plans, specifications, calculations, and technical reports for transportation or public works projects. 
• Coordinate design interfaces across relevant disciplines within assigned scopes to support delivery of design packages. 
• Apply and enforce engineering design workflows and quality control procedures, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and technical integrity of design deliverables across multi-stakeholder environments. 
• Collaborate with project management, construction teams, and client stakeholders to resolve complex technical and constructability issues within assigned scopes. 
• Identify design risks and develop mitigation strategies related to constructability, staging, phasing, and technical constraints. 
• Ensure design deliverables comply with applicable regulatory frameworks, agency standards, and permitting requirements. 
• Provide guidance and technical support to junior engineering staff working on complex infrastructure projects. 
• Coordinate with project controls teams (cost, schedule, risk) to align assigned design scopes with delivery requirements. 

Attributes 

• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills. 
• Strong organizational and coordination skills across multidisciplinary teams. 
• Collaborative mindset that fosters teamwork, trust, and positive relationships. 
• Ability to work effectively within established leadership structures while contributing technical expertise. 
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. 

Minimum Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (civil, electrical, or related disciplines) or equivalent combination of education and experience.  
• 10+ years of progressive engineering experience, including leading design scopes on transportation or public works projects (e.g., highways, roads and bridges, rail, transit, aviation, or similar civil public works programs). 
• Experience serving in a lead role for engineering design deliverables, with accountability for technical quality and compliance. 
• Experience leading or supporting design delivery on large, multidisciplinary transportation or public works projects with multiple stakeholders and interfaces.  
• Experience coordinating across engineering disciplines to support integrated design delivery in complex project environments. 
• Knowledge of applicable codes, standards, and regulatory requirements governing transportation and transit infrastructure in California. 
• Experience working in client-facing or project delivery environments. 
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite/Office 365 (e.g., Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.). 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Professional Engineer (PE) license in the state of California.   
• Experience on rail or transit infrastructure programs, including systems, facilities, or stations, with exposure to rail-specific design interfaces or requirements. 
• Experience working in DB, CMGC, or other alternative delivery environments. 
• Experience supporting major public-sector transportation programs in California, including work with state DOTs, transit agencies, or similar owner organizations. 
• Familiarity with design management tools, document control systems, and interdisciplinary coordination platforms used on transportation or public works projects. 

Compensation Details 

Expected Salary: $170k-$200k/year ($81-$96/hour). Luster provides the salary range that the company in good faith believes it might offer for this position based on the successful candidate’s level of experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, education, certifications, licenses, geographic location, etc. Luster reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range depending on circumstances not related to any status protected by local, state, and/or federal law. 

Just LOOK at the Benefits We Offer!  

• Unlimited flexible time off  
• Paid holidays  
• Paid parental leave  
• Health, dental, and vision insurance  
• Flexible spending accounts (healthcare and dependent or elder care)  
• Long-term disability insurance  
• Short-term disability insurance  
• Life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment 
• 401(k) plan with guaranteed employer contribution  
• Formal career planning and development program  
• $2,500 annually toward professional development  
• Wellness program with monthly wellness stipend  
• Company cell phone or cell phone plan reimbursement  
• Free personalized meal planning and nutrition support with a registered dietitian  
• Free personal financial planning services  
• Employee assistance program  
• Employee discounts  
• Employee referral bonus  

Specific plan details and coverage for each benefit noted above will be provided upon offer. #IN-LNJS

Staff Software Engineer, Android

Costa Mesa, California, US - Hybrid #LI-HYBRID / #BI-HYBRID

Who We Are

Toast creates technology to help restaurants and local businesses succeed in a digital world, helping business owners operate, increase sales, engage customers, and keep employees happy.

Are you bready* for a change?

Toast currently serves hundreds of multi-unit brands, including Caribou Coffee, Choice Hotels, Craveworthy Brands, WaBa Grill, Nothing Bundt Cakes, Papa Gino's & D'Angelo, Costa Vida Fresh Mexican Grill, and The Human Bean, among others. We are looking for a Staff Software Engineer to join our enterprise drive-thru team and help us build the best-in-class drive-thru solutions that enable significant future growth. You will get to work across the entire Toast platform, including our scalable backend, customer-facing web apps, and everything else in between. As a member of the Drive-Thru Enterprise team, you will help ensure our products are built to meet the evolving needs of these customers. You can read more on our Toast for Enterprise Page.

About this roll* (Responsibilities) 

• Define the long-term technical strategy and architecture for the Drive-Thru domain, balancing immediate delivery with long-term maintainability.
• Standardize Android best practices across the organization, influencing how multiple teams build and deploy mobile features.
• Architect the interface between mobile clients and complex backend services to ensure offline-resiliency in high-volume drive-thru environments.
• Design, build, deploy, and maintain highly resilient and scalable features across Toast’s enterprise management products.
• Identify high-impact opportunities within the Drive-Thru ecosystem and partner with Product and UX leadership to define the roadmap.
• Bridge the gap between Android and backend systems to ensure a seamless, end-to-end enterprise experience.
• Guide the growth & development of peer engineers with mentoring and coaching.
• Foster a culture of engineering excellence by driving innovation and continuously improving engineering practices.

Do you have the right ingredients*? (Requirements)

• 8+ years of experience developing and maintaining Android applications
• Experience with distributed systems, enterprise messaging systems, and/or microservices
• Proficient with modern API standards and technologies (e.g., REST, GraphQL)
• Proven track record of leading teams through major architectural transformations and delivering high-impact, scalable solutions in multi-product environments.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences
• Passionate about driving innovation and continuously improving engineering practices
• Proven ability to influence non-technical stakeholders and align technical debt reduction with business value
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in computer science

What we use to make our dish (Our Tech Stack)

• A core of Java & Kotlin based backend services.
• React SPAs leveraging Tailwind, GraphQL, and Storybook.
• Android app built in Java & Kotlin.
• PostgreSQL and DynamoDB as core persistence.
• Pulsar, Camel, and RabbitMQ for message-based integrations.
• And many more technologies that help us build a top-class platform.

AI at Toast

At Toast, one of our company values is that we're hungry to build and learn. We believe learning new AI tools empowers us to build for our customers faster, more independently, and with higher quality. We provide these tools across all disciplines, from Engineering and Product to Sales and Support, and are inspired by how our Toasters are already driving real value with them. The people who thrive here are those who embrace changes that let us build more for our customers; it’s a core part of our culture.

Our Total Rewards Philosophy 
We strive to provide competitive compensation and benefits programs that help to attract, retain, and motivate the best and brightest people in our industry. Our total rewards package goes beyond great earnings potential and provides the means to a healthy lifestyle with the flexibility to meet Toasters’ changing needs. Learn more about our benefits at https://careers.toasttab.com/toast-benefits.

Snapshot

Artificial intelligence will be one humanity’s most transformative inventions. At Google DeepMind, we are a pioneering AI lab with exceptional interdisciplinary teams focused on advancing AI development to solve complex global challenges and accelerate high-quality product innovation for billions of users. We use our technologies for widespread public benefit and scientific discovery, ensuring safety and ethics are always our highest priority.

We are pushing the boundaries across multiple domains. Our global teams offer diverse learning opportunities and varied career pathways for those driven to achieve exceptional results through collective effort.

The Role

As the Principal Engineer you will focus on architecting and building the flagship GeminiApp infrastructure. You will serve as the technical anchor for the application and orchestration layer, owning the code quality, architectural decisions, and system design of new design systems and functionality. You will partner closely with Product, Design, and Engineering Directors to evolve our platform, personally engineering the complex, high-performance server-side infrastructure required to support fast chat interactions and agentic workflows. In this role, you will be a leader who can balance defining a long-term technical roadmap for a paradigm-shifting infrastructure and dive deep into code to drive high velocity, stability, and quality.

Key responsibilities:

• Architect the Gemini app serving and orchestration layers. Write the design docs and define the interfaces that ensure the codebase is scalable, modular, and capable of supporting rapid innovation.
• Design and implement robust CI/CD pipelines and experimentation platforms. Build the tooling that enables the wider engineering team to utilize A/B testing and feature flags to safely and quickly iterate.
• Drive application performance initiatives (performance, reliability, efficiency). Debug complex production issues and advocate for code quality standards to ensure the infrastructure scales to our product needs.
• Act as the strategic technical counterpart to product and design leadership. Assess feasibility of ambitious concepts and propose technical solutions that turn AI capabilities into reality.
• Mentor staff and senior engineers, lead code reviews, and foster a culture of technical accuracy, psychological safety, and user-centricity.

About You

In order to set you up for success,  we look for the following skills and experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
• 15 years of experience in software engineering, building and working with systems in the technology organization.

In addition, the following would be an advantage: 

• Experience building large-scale serving infrastructure.
• Experience implementing observability, telemetry, and real-time monitoring strategies. 
• Ability to design and refactor complex server-side architectures that have scaled, ideally at the >1 billion user scale.
• Ability to analyze data to identify bottlenecks and drive technical decisions regarding performance optimizations.
• Ability to unblock teams by solving the hardest technical problems, balancing technical debt with feature work, and driving predictable delivery through architectural clarity.
• Ability to drive technical consensus across multiple teams and stakeholders, translating technical constraints into clear options for leadership.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is between $307,000 - $427,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your targeted location during the hiring process.

Note: In the event your application is successful and an offer of employment is made to you, any offer of employment will be conditional on the results of a background check, performed by a third party acting on our behalf. For more information on how we handle your data, please see our Applicant and Candidate Privacy Policy listed for the position, we will contact you to set up an initial interview where you will have the opportunity to ask questions and learn more about the position.  

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Description

Lumos & Associates is currently seeking an accomplished Water/Wastewater Project Manager to help lead our growing team of water/wastewater design professionals. This position requires a Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in California.    

This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated leader to help build, direct, and advance this technical focus group in northern California. This position will work out of our Roseville, California office.

The Project Manager is responsible for leading and supporting projects for our water and wastewater clients throughout our current service territory. These projects will include water distribution systems, sanitary sewer collection systems, booster pump stations, lift stations, storage facilities, master plans, water/sewer modeling, and water/wastewater treatment facilities.

As a leadership position within the company, the Project Manager promotes and develops new and repeat business opportunities that are in alignment with Lumos & Associates’ strategies and goals.

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualities and skills:

• Strong technical background in water and wastewater design and construction management experience and have a demonstrated ability to serve in responsible charge capacity for water and wastewater projects.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to present technical information in public forums as well as interpersonal communication with team members and colleagues.
• Possess a high level of creativity, organizational skills, and attention to detail, as well as a demonstrated ability to manage and oversee several tasks/projects concurrently.
• Strong business acumen necessary to maintain project budgets and develop new and repeat business with existing and new clients.
• Possess vision to help grow and direct the water/wastewater technical focus group in close coordination with the Lumos Group Manager consistent with our strategic plan and goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate, oversee, and direct the project design team during the execution of projects in responsible charge.
• Develop, implement, and maintain project schedules and budgets.
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and delegating responsibility to staff.
• Provide technical review (QA/QC) of projects.
• Serve as the primary contact with clients.
• Provide leadership in the development of new business and promoting repeat and referral business.
• Prepare and review project proposals, qualification statements, promotional materials.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from four-year College or University with emphasis in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
• 8+ years of related water/wastewater engineering design and related management experience.
• California P.E. license
• Experience working in and managing a team of technical staff in multiple disciplines.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills including public/client presentations.
• Valid driver’s license and driving record with 3 or less demerit points. 

Location: Chula Vista, CA

We are seeking a Stress Analysis Engineer who will perform structural analysis in support of thermosets, thermoplastics, composites, metallic nacelles and aerostructure components using standard analysis methods and finite element approaches.  You will conduct design trades and final product configuration definitions considering safety, strength, weight, cost & producibility for Commercial applications.  You will also generate and present reports suitable for transmittal to an airworthiness authority, internal/external customers (such as Boeing, Airbus, Embraer and Military). In addition, you will collaborate with both domestic and international engineering support teams on technical aspects of the stress analysis activities. 

Responsibilities 
    • Responsible for performing structural analysis of aircraft components, assemblies, and systems while working as an integrated team for design studies.
    • Solve challenging structural analysis problems via research and coordination with subject matter experts/chief engineers
    • Structural analysis includes development of finite element models and loads, and performing static, fatigue and vibrations analysis
    • Evaluate structural integrity of aircraft structures by way of classical hand analysis and finite element methods.
    • Generate documentation to report analysis and test results to support airworthiness certification
    • Supports operation of equipment engineering systems by evaluating and interpreting needs and problems and develops effective approaches to resolving those issues.

Required Qualifications 
    • Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of prior relevant experience OR
    • Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience OR
    • Experience with structural analysis (classical hand analysis and finite element skills)
    • Structural load paths experience
    • NASTRAN or equivalent software’s highly desired.
    • FEA (Finite Element Analysis) software experience
    • Experience communicating and presenting technical information to senior level leadership

Preferred Qualifications
    • Degrees preferred: Mechanical, Aerospace, Civil, Structural or similar
    • Experience with any aircraft or space vehicle structures
    • General knowledge of applicable regulatory requirements
    • Experience working with international teams
    • Background in composite material structure and design

Salary
    • $105,000-140,000 per year
    • The actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, the candidate’s combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience

The role

We are looking for a Staff ML Performance Engineer to join our Training Tech team working on optimizing large scale ML jobs to enable scaling our models to the next order of magnitude. A successful candidate will increase efficiency of training and inference workloads in order to allow Wayve to train larger models faster.

Key responsibilities:

• Profile ML workloads to identify their bottlenecks, e.g. using NVIDIA Nsight Systems
• Design and implement efficiency improvements to maximize MFU and throughput, e.g. parallelism, model compilation, mixed precision
• Design and implement observability tools to identify bottlenecks and drive performance improvements, e.g. to track MFU, throughput, latency, etc
• Design and implement benchmarking tools, e.g. to track efficiency gains or regressions
• Collaborate closely with Research teams to integrate training efficiency improvements and create a culture of performance optimization

About you

In order to set you up for success in this role, we’re looking for the following skills and experience.

Essential

• 10+ years of industry experience driving performance engineering across ML systems, GPU compute infrastructure, distributed platforms or similar field.
• Experience optimizing large scale jobs on GPU compute clusters.
• Experience in working in platform teams and working with research teams.
• Experience in writing, reporting, and tracking performance benchmarks in an open and accessible way.
• Ability to write high quality, well-structured and tested Python code
• BS or MS in Machine Learning, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline or equivalent experience

Desirable

• Experience working with concurrent, parallel and distributed computing.
• Experience using NVIDIA NSight Systems or other system profilers.
• Experience implementing GPU kernels (CUDA, Triton, etc).
• Knowledge of computing fundamentals - what makes code fast, secure and reliable.

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The role 

The Robot Software team is responsible for the software that runs on our internal fleet of vehicles to enable autonomous driving and collect data for training new driving models. You will join a motivated and talented team of engineers to deliver a reliable, stable and flexible software stack to support on-road experimentation by our model developers and scientists. Your work will enable these teams to iterate quickly and gather the data they need to improve our autonomous driving capabilities and support new product features, which is critical to the success of Wayve’s mission.

The System Performance team equips all Wayve teams with the observability, profiling tools, and infrastructure needed to understand and optimise software performance across our development fleet. We work closely with teams to investigate issues, reduce bottlenecks, and promote best practices. Our work enhances core onboard components to ensure efficient use of compute and a solid foundation for running model experiments at scale. We also provide the tooling and infrastructure needed to quickly detect, diagnose, and address performance regressions, helping teams move faster with greater confidence.

Key responsibilities:

• Investigate latency and performance bottlenecks across the entire software stack
• Instrument code with profiling tools and metrics to collect performance data and identify optimization opportunities
• Integrate and evaluate new profiling and instrumentation tools to benchmark system performance and establish baselines
• Collaborate with multiple teams to understand their performance pain points and prioritize optimization efforts based on impact
• Optimize critical code paths and algorithms to improve runtime efficiency, reduce latency, and enhance overall system performance

About you  

In order to set you up for success as a Software Engineer at Wayve, we’re looking for the following skills and experience.  

Essential 

• Software Development Skills: Proficiency developing high-performance embedded Linux systems software in C++.  Demonstrated ability to manage the complete software development lifecycle from ideation through delivery & optimization
• Proficiency with performance profiling tools and techniques for identifying and resolving system bottlenecks
• Proven track record of methodical experiment evaluation
• Strong technical background on OS scheduling, computer architecture (memory hierarchy, CPU caches, context switches, …), and thread synchronisation

Desirable 

• Familiarity with Nvidia performance tools such as NV NSight, NV Lumos and tegrastat
• Familiarity with observability tools such as Grafana (logs, metrics, traces), Databricks, Datadog
• Familiarity with QNX and Momentics is a plus

This is a full-time role based in our office in Sunnyvale, California.  At Wayve we want the best of all worlds so we operate a hybrid working policy that combines time together in our offices and workshops to fuel innovation, culture, relationships and learning, and time spent working from home.   

Role Overview

Cloud Infrastructure Engineer, you will help build, operate, and improve the cloud platforms and infrastructure that support Wayvei’s software development and release systems.

Working as part of a team, you’ll focus on maintaining reliable, scalable, and secure cloud environments, while improving the systems that enable efficient software development, testing, and deployment. This is a hands-on role with opportunities to deepen your expertise in cloud infrastructure, automation, and platform engineering.

Key Responsibilities

• Build, maintain, and improve cloud infrastructure (primarily Azure) to support development, testing, and production environments.
• Contribute to Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) implementations (e.g. Terraform, Ansible) to ensure consistent and repeatable infrastructure provisioning.
• Support and improve CI/CD pipelines and deployment systems running in cloud environments.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimise cloud systems for performance, reliability, and cost efficiency.
• Assist in managing containerised workloads and orchestration platforms (e.g. Docker, Kubernetes).
• Implement and maintain observability tools (logging, metrics, alerting) to ensure system health and rapid incident response.
• Work with engineering teams to ensure infrastructure meets application requirements and supports scalable software delivery.
• Help improve security, access control, and compliance within cloud environments.
• Participate in incident response and root cause analysis for infrastructure and deployment issues.
• Continuously improve automation, reducing manual operations across infrastructure and deployment workflows.

About You

Essential:

• 2–5 years of experience in DevOps, cloud infrastructure, or related engineering roles.
• Hands-on experience with at least one cloud platform (Azure, AWS, or GCP).
• Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code tools (e.g. Terraform, Ansible).
• Familiarity with CI/CD systems and cloud-based deployment pipelines.
• Basic understanding of networking, cloud architecture, and system reliability.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Desirable:

• Experience with containerisation and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Familiarity with monitoring and observability tools (e.g. Prometheus, Grafana, ELK).
• Experience working with Linux systems and shell scripting.
• Programming or scripting experience (e.g. Python, Bash, Go, or similar).
• Understanding of security best practices in cloud environments.
• Exposure to large-scale or distributed systems

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Hardware Engineer to join our Hardware team and play a key role in developing next-generation autonomous driving compute platforms. This role focuses on low-level electronics design, embedded systems, and high-performance compute integration translating autonomy requirements into robust, scalable hardware systems.

You will work hands-on with cutting-edge computing platforms, collaborating across hardware, software, and systems teams to design, bring up, and validate mission-critical electronics that enable embodied AI.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop embedded electronics systems for autonomous driving applications
• Architect and implement compute platforms for ML workloads
• Collaborate with software and autonomy teams to optimize hardware for performance, reliability, and scalability
• Own board-level design, bring-up, validation, and debugging across hardware and software boundaries
• Develop high-speed interfaces such as PCIe, Ethernet, USB, and related technologies in an automotive environment
• Work with mechanical engineering teams to design robust electronics hardware
• Lead schematic design, PCB layout reviews, and signal integrity considerations
• Create design and product specification documentation for electronics hardware
• Work with suppliers and manufacturing partners to ensure design robustness and production readiness

About You

Essential:

• 7+ years of experience in electronics or embedded systems design
• Strong experience with board-level design, bring-up, and debugging
• Deep understanding of embedded systems and compute architectures
• Experience with high-speed digital interfaces (e.g., PCIe, Ethernet, USB)
• Strong debugging skills across hardware and software systems
• Familiarity with Linux-based systems and embedded environments
• Proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g., C, C++, Python)
• Ability to architecture and analyze complex systems
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field

Desirable Experience

• Experience designing hardware for AI/ML workloads or high-performance computing systems
• Experience with signal integrity, power integrity, and high-speed PCB design
• Knowledge of networking systems and protocols (Ethernet, TCP/IP, etc.)
• Experience with firmware or low-level software development (bootloaders, drivers, BSPs)
• Familiarity with NVIDIA and Qualcomm SoC applications
• Experience working with contract manufacturers and scaling hardware to production
• Autonomous vehicle, robotics, or other safety-critical system experience