Aerospace Design Engineer - Weights San Diego, California
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San Diego, CA · Posted October 15, 2026
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About the job
Aerospace Design Engineer - Weights San Diego, California
Main Responsibilities:
Accurately track, maintain, and drive vehicle-level weights analysis
Apply technical knowledge to the aircraft structural design and systems integration from concept through detailed design
Create, update, and maintain CAD models and drawings
Develop detailed designs of composite parts for manufacturing
Coordinate and collaborate with members of the manufacturing, systems, and analysis teams
Requirements
Minimum of 3 years of experience as designer or in a closely related role
Experience with mass properties estimation methods
Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent practical experience
Foundational understanding of aircraft weights and balance
Proficiency with NX, CATIA, or SolidWorks
Familiarity with FAA Part 23 and 25 requirements
Desired Experience:
Kickoff through production program experience
Rapid prototype program experience
Hands-on composite build experience
Structural testing experience