Geometric Algorithms Engineer for Aerospace CAD/CAM

Layup; Huntington Beach (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Layup is seeking exceptional Software Engineers to join our geometry-focused team building the engine powering our composite tooling and manufacturing platform. You’ll analyze CAD models, assess manufacturability, generate tooling geometry, and bridge digital design with physical production.

You’ll work directly with our CTO and engineering team on challenging geometry problems, mentor peers, and help shape the architecture in a fast‑moving startup environment.

Qualifications

• Strong software engineering fundamentals and ability to solve difficult technical problems.
• Experience building production-quality software systems.
• Ability to independently drive projects from concept through implementation.
• Experience with Rust, C++, Go, or other performance-oriented languages.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes, CNC machining, tooling, or automation systems.
• Startup or small-team experience in fast-moving environments.
• Strong foundation in mathematics, physics, computer graphics, robotics, or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Build software that analyzes, manipulates, and generates complex 3D geometry
• Develop algorithms that evaluate manufacturability of composite parts and tooling
• Build interfaces to program machining equipment to automate workflows
• Develop internal engineering tools that improve speed, quality, and scalability across the factory
• Collaborate closely with manufacturing, operations, and software teams to translate real‑world production challenges into software solutions
• Help shape technical architecture and mentor other engineers as the team grows

Skills

Rust

C++

Go

Computational geometry

CAD/CAM

Geometric modeling

Mesh processing

Solid modeling

Graphics

Manufacturing

Job description

Layup is seeking exceptional Software Engineers to join our geometry-focused team building the engine powering our composite tooling and manufacturing platform. You’ll analyze CAD models, assess manufacturability, generate tooling geometry, and bridge digital design with physical production.

You’ll work directly with our CTO and engineering team on challenging geometry problems, mentor peers, and help shape the architecture in a fast‑moving startup environment.