Aeronautical Engineer – Systems Integration Lead (Hybrid)

PlanIT Group; Palmdale (CA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

PlanIT Group in Palmdale, CA seeks an Aeronautical Engineer for Advanced Development Programs - Skunk Works to drive integration and design synthesis of next-generation weapon systems.

You will lead multi-disciplinary integration across aerodynamics, structures, propulsion, and electronics, coordinating with fabrication, MRB, quality, and supply-chain teams to ensure smooth production and customer readiness. You will mentor engineers and contribute to a culture of excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or higher.
• Airframe structure design and analysis experience.
• Metallic and composite design experience; CATIA V5 and/or 3DX familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Lead integration and design synthesis across aerodynamics, structures, propulsion, thermodynamics, electronics, controls, and actuation.
• Conduct multidisciplinary system trade studies to optimize performance and cost.
• Coordinate with fabrication, MRB, quality, and supply-chain teams to ensure smooth production operations.
• Generate and present technical and administrative materials for customers and internal stakeholders.
• Mentor early-career engineers and champion One-LM culture across cross-functional teams.

Skills

System integration

Cross-functional collaboration

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

CATIA V5

3DEXPERIENCE (3DX)

GD&T

Job description

PlanIT Group in Palmdale, CA seeks an Aeronautical Engineer for Advanced Development Programs - Skunk Works to drive integration and design synthesis of next-generation weapon systems.

You will lead multi-disciplinary integration across aerodynamics, structures, propulsion, and electronics, coordinating with fabrication, MRB, quality, and supply-chain teams to ensure smooth production and customer readiness. You will mentor engineers and contribute to a culture of excellence.