Project Engineer
Vestigo Aerospace
Stockton, CA · $78k–$121k a year · Posted October 2, 2026
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Location 3437 S Airport Way, Stockton, CA, 95206, United States
Base Pay $78,000.00 - $121,300.00 / Year
Employee Type FT Exempt
Description
OVERVIEW OF POSITION:
Applied Aerospace and Defense (AADX) is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to join our team in Stockton, California. We are looking for a motivated individual with 5 to 7 years of hands-on experience in the development of composite products for space applications. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in engineering and project management related to aerospace product development.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Plan, coordinate, and drive engineering activities on the development of composite products for space applications, including design, prototyping, and testing.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure project objectives are met and technical requirements are achieved.
Prepare and review technical documentation, project plans, and progress reports.
Identify and resolve engineering challenges throughout the development cycle.
SKILLS • EXPERIENCE • EDUCATION:
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering, or related field.
5 to 7 years of experience in composite product development for space applications.
Proven track record in managing schedules, budgets, priorities, risks, and technical deliverables on complex engineering projects.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Experience in Aerospace Systems Engineering Lifecycle is a plus.
Experience in High Gain Antennas development is a plus.
Familiarity of aerospace materials and manufacturing processes.
Knowledge of space-qualified composite structures and their performance requirements.
Familiarity with project management tools and methodologies.
Knowledge of the Department of Defense Systems Engineering Guidebook.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as assigned, consistent with business needs and applicable law.
Due to the nature of our work and applicable U.S. export control laws, this position requires International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) eligibility. Only individuals who qualify as a “U.S. person” as defined by ITAR (U.S. citizens, U.S. permanent residents, refugees, or asylees), unless specified otherwise within job description, are eligible for employment.
Applied Aerospace & Defense (“AA&D”) is committed to equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Applicants who require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to disability, medical condition, or other protected reason may contact the Human Resources Department. Requests will be reviewed in accordance with applicable law.
Where required by law, the applicable pay range and a summary of benefits and other compensation for this position will be provided.