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Salary: USD 78,000 - 121,300 / annual
Applied Aerospace and Defense (AADX) is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to join their team in Stockton, California. This role focuses on the development and management of composite products for space applications, combining hands-on engineering work with project coordination responsibilities.
In this position, you will plan, coordinate, and drive engineering activities across the full development lifecycle—from design and prototyping through testing and validation. You'll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure project objectives are met and technical requirements are achieved. Key responsibilities include preparing and reviewing technical documentation, developing project plans, tracking progress reports, and identifying and resolving engineering challenges as they arise throughout the development cycle.
This is a full-time, exempt position based in Stockton, with a competitive salary range of $78,000–$121,300 per year.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering or related field
- 5 to 7 years of hands-on experience in composite product development for space applications
- Proven track record managing schedules, budgets, priorities, risks, and technical deliverables on complex engineering projects
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Familiarity with aerospace materials and manufacturing processes
- Knowledge of space-qualified composite structures and their performance requirements
- Familiarity with project management tools and methodologies
PLUS (desired):
- Experience in Aerospace Systems Engineering Lifecycle
- Experience in High Gain Antennas development
- Knowledge of the Department of Defense Systems Engineering Guidebook
IMPORTANT: Due to U.S. export control laws (ITAR), this position requires International Traffic in Arms Regulations eligibility. Only individuals who qualify as a "U.S. person" as defined by ITAR (U.S. citizens, U.S. permanent residents, refugees, or asylees) are eligible unless otherwise specified.
