How much do Engineering jobs in San Diego, CA pay?

Based on 2596 listings with disclosed salaries, most engineering jobs in San Diego, CA pay between $78k–$210k per year. Individual offers vary with seniority, company size, and specialization.

How many Engineering jobs are open in San Diego, CA right now?

There are currently 2,999 open engineering positions in San Diego, CA listed on Clera. New openings are added daily as companies post roles.

Which companies are hiring for Engineering roles in San Diego, CA?

Companies currently hiring include Qualcomm, Northrop Grumman, Northrop Grumman Mission Systems, Inc., Apple, Solar Turbines, among others. Browse the listings above to see every active employer.

Are there remote or hybrid Engineering jobs in San Diego, CA?

Yes — 565 of the 2999 open engineering positions offer remote or hybrid work (100 remote, 465 hybrid).

How do I apply for Engineering jobs in San Diego, CA?

Each listing links directly to the employer's application page. Apply early — fresh listings get the most recruiter attention in the first two weeks.

Engineering Jobs in San Diego, CA (Now Hiring) — 2,999 open — Page 63

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems, Inc.

Manager Systems Engineering 3

San Diego, California, United States · On-site

$193k–$290k/yr

Senior+

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunit…

Skills: Engineering Program Management, Earned Value Management, Technical Risk Management, Cost and Schedule Management, Resource Forecasting

Qualcomm

Memory Control Design Engineer

San Diego, California, United States · On-site

$116k–$173k/yr

Mid level$4M raised

Company:Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. Job Area:Engineering Group, Engineering Group > ASICS Engineering General Summary: As a leading technology innovator, Qualcomm pushes the boundaries of what's possible to enable next-g…

Skills: ASIC Design, RTL Implementation, DDR Controller Architecture, LPDDR/PCDDR Technologies, Synthesis

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems, Inc.

Principal Windows Systems Administrator - Secret

San Diego, California, United States · On-site

$104k–$155k/yr

Senior

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: NoDescription At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolut…

Skills: Windows Server Administration, Active Directory, Group Policy, Security+ Certification, System Imaging

Qualcomm

SOC Infrastructure IP System HW Architect

San Diego, California, United States · On-site

$148k–$223k/yr

Mid level$4M raised

Company:Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. Job Area:Engineering Group, Engineering Group > SoC Architecture General Summary: Qualcomm is a company of inventors that unlocked 5G ushering in an age of rapid acceleration in connec…

Skills: Multi-die Architecture, Chiplet Architectures, Interconnect Protocol, SOC Infrastructure IP, Quality Of Service

Dexcom

Sr Medical Device Engineer (Process Development, Sensor Focus)

San Diego, California, United States · On-site

$106k–$176k/yr

Senior$2.2B raised

The Company Dexcom Corporation (NASDAQ DXCM) is a pioneer and global leader in continuous glucose monitoring (CGM). Dexcom began as a small company with a big dream: To forever change how diabetes is managed. To unlock i…

Skills: Process Development, SolidWorks, JMP, Data Analysis, Medical Device Manufacturing

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems, Inc.

Staff Aeronautical Engineering - Subsystems

Palmdale, California, United States · On-site

$177k–$266k/yr

Senior+

Skills: Aeronautical Design, Hydraulic Systems, Electrical Subsystems, System Analysis, Electrical Loads Analysis

Qualcomm

#Agentic AI Windows Power and Thermal Engineer

San Diego, California, United States · On-site

$94k–$141k/yr

Mid level$4M raised

Company:Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. Job Area:Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Software Engineering General Summary: ***This position is not eligible for Qualcomm immigration sponsorship.*** Power/Thermal Software p…

Skills: C, C++, Python, Windows Device Drivers, ARM Assembly Language

Pattern Energy

Capital Procurement Manager (HV Equipment)

San Diego, California, United States · Hybrid

$103k–$138k/yr

Senior$11B raised

Overview COMPANY OVERVIEW Pattern Energy is a leading renewable energy company that develops, constructs, owns, and operates high-quality wind and solar generation, transmission, and energy storage facilities. Our missio…

Skills: Contract Negotiation, Capital Procurement, Supplier Relationship Management, Financial Analysis, RFP Management

Apple

Health Sensing HW – Module Lead

San Diego, California, United States · On-site

Senior+

The Health Sensing HW team is responsible for architecting and integrating the next generation of optical health sensor into Apple products. We are looking for someone who has broad knowledge of optical design, optical m…

Skills: Optical Design, Optical Module Process, Mechanical Design, Electrical Engineering, Data Analysis

Brain Corp

Lead Product Performance Engineer

San Diego, California, United States · On-site

$97k–$119k/yr

Mid level$193M raised

Brain Corp is a San Diego, California, USA-based AI company creating transformative core technology for the robotics industry. Our purpose is to create autonomous technology that helps the real world work better. Brain's…

Skills: Project Management, Cross-Functional Coordination, Risk Tracking, Meeting Management, Status Reporting

Monarch Quantum

Senior Photonics Process Development Engineer Packaging and Tooling

San Diego, California, United States · On-site

$125k–$175k/yr

Senior+$76M raised

Join our fast-paced and passionate team as a Senior Photonics Process Development Engineer focused on advanced packaging and tooling. As we scale, you will be instrumental in building our manufacturing foundation from th…

Skills: Vacuum Reflow Soldering, Wire Bonding, Die Bonding, Optical Assembly, Active Alignment

Monarch Quantum

Photonics Process Development Engineer 2 Packaging and Tooling

San Diego, California, United States · On-site

$85k–$125k/yr

Senior+$76M raised

Join our fast-paced and passionate team as a Photonics Process Development Engineer 2 focused on advanced packaging and tooling. As we scale, you will be instrumental in building our manufacturing foundation from the gro…

Skills: Vacuum Reflow Soldering, Wire Bonding, Die Bonding, Optical Assembly, Active Alignment

Brain Corp

Product Performance Engineer

San Diego, California, United States · On-site

$80k–$104k/yr

Entry level$193M raised

Skills: Project Coordination, Cross-Functional Coordination, Technical Documentation, Issue Tracking, Risk Management

Noctua Technology

Technical Program Manager

San Diego, California, United States · Hybrid

$127k–$172k/yr

Senior

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Technical Program Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing a portfolio of software engineering projects, with a particular …

Skills: Project Management, Cloud Engineering, Data Engineering, AI/ML, Agile

Hill International, Inc.

Design Project Manager - K-12

San Diego, California, United States · On-site

$115k–$150k/yr

Senior

Hill International is seeking a Design Manager in San Diego, California. This role will be hired under Gafcon, a wholly owned subsidiary of Hill International. The Project Manager is responsible for representing the owne…

Skills: Project Management, Construction Management, Contract Management, Budget Management, Project Controls

Monarch Quantum

Electronics Technician 4

San Diego, California, United States · On-site

$40/hr–$58/hr

Senior$76M raised

Join our fast‑paced and passionate team as an Electronics Technician 4. As we scale, you will play a critical role in building our hardware foundation from the ground up. This is a dynamic, hands‑on position for a highly…

Skills: RF Hardware Operation, Mixed-Signal Circuits, Analog Circuitry, PCB Rework, Fine-Pitch Soldering

AECOM

Navy Client Account Manager

San Diego, California, United States · Hybrid

$200k–$225k/yr

Senior+$1.2B raised

Company Description Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work he…

Skills: Client Account Management, Strategic Planning, Market Analysis, Capture Management, SalesForce Management

CRB

Mechanical Designer II

San Diego, California, United States · On-site

$70k–$92k/yr

Senior

Company Description CRB is a leading provider of sustainable engineering, architecture, construction and consulting solutions to the global life sciences and food and beverage industries. Our more than 1,200 employees pr…

Skills: Revit, AutoCAD MEP, 3D Modeling, HVAC Design, Piping Design

Apple

Senior Software Engineer, Energy Services

San Diego, California, United States · On-site

Senior

Apple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work. Every new product we build, service we create, or Apple Store experience we deliver is the result of us making eac…

Skills: Distributed Systems, Java, Kotlin, Spring, REST

Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc.

Office Systems Specialist

San Diego, California, United States · On-site

Entry level

Overview Are you mechanically inclined and passionate about technology? Do you enjoy solving problems and helping people? Join us at Konica Minolta as a Office Systems Specialist! We partner with our clients to design th…

Skills: Technical Diagnostics, Hardware Repair, Troubleshooting, Connectivity Troubleshooting, Customer Relationship Management

Description

At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and software-secure technology to enable strategic planning. We’re seeking innovators to help us enhance our portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to expand your personal network and develop your skills, whether you are new to the field or a seasoned industry leader. At Northrop Grumman, you’ll find the resources, support, and team needed to excel in your career.

Position Overview

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems, Networked Information Systems, Engineering and Sciences (E&S) is seeking an Engineering Program Manager (EPM) for an onsite position in San Diego, CA. This role will lead the cost, schedule, and technical execution of engineering aspects for large-scale, high-complexity programs. The EPM will drive timely completion of engineering activities across Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) within the assigned budget and scope. This position serves as the primary engineering team liaison to Program Management and other functional organizations, ensuring the technical plan is fully integrated and successfully executed.

Key Responsibilities

Serve as the primary Engineering Team Liaison to and from Program Management, Manufacturing, Operations, Global Supply Chain (GSC), Quality, Engineering Functional Management, and Integrated Product Team Leads to demonstrate engineering leadership accountability.

Lead programmatic execution, pursuits, and proposals for the engineering-related scope, including managing cost target flow-downs and coordinating Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) and proposal inputs across the program office and engineering homeroom.

Oversee and manage Control Account Manager (CAM) efforts related to Engineering across all IPTs, supporting Program Management with CEACs, schedules, and financial updates.

Collect, analyze, and provide required engineering performance data for Northrop Grumman program reporting.

Review planned engineering activities, work products, and review approaches for accuracy to ensure compliance and support NG Program Startup and Program Planning processes.

Establish an executable schedule and budget that integrates the technical plan to fulfill all contractual technical requirements and Statement of Work (SOW) objectives.

Facilitate engineering Workload Demand Planning and forecasting in close collaboration with the Program Manager, ensuring program management, functional management, and IPTs are fully aligned on resource needs (people, equipment, and facilities).

Collaborate with and mentor all IPT Leads and CAMs with significant Engineering content to drive timely completion of efforts within budget.

Perform technical risk and opportunity identification, coordinate handling plans with the Chief Engineer and Product Teams, and support mitigation strategies.

Manage, drive, and bring to closure all engineering-owned Return to Green (RTG) plans.

Partner with engineering functional management to ensure the application of standardized tools and development environments across the contract scope, while performing program-specific responsibilities allocated by functional leadership.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM), or related fields with 8 years of experience; or a Master's degree with 6 years of experience.

8+ years of professional experience in the defense or aerospace industry.

Proven experience leading the technical execution, cost, and schedule of engineering aspects on large-scale programs with high technical complexity.

Demonstrated experience working as an Engineering Team Liaison or primary interface across cross-functional organizations (e.g., Operations, GSC, Quality, and Program Management).

High proficiency in Earned Value Management (EVM) with practical experience overseeing CAM efforts, baseline tracking, and updating financial metrics/CEACs.

Direct experience establishing executable engineering schedules and budgets aligned with a program SOW.

Experience with engineering workload demand planning, resource identification, and headcount forecasting.

High proficiency in technical risk and opportunity management, including root cause identification and executing mitigation strategies.

Experience developing engineering change proposals, estimation data, and capture/proposal inputs.

Must have an active Secret clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret SCI.

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM), or related fields.

Deep familiarity with Northrop Grumman MS program reporting systems (e.g., IPRS) and command media processes (NGPro, D200-MSM, D300-MSM, D430-MSM).

Proven success mentoring and collaborating with IPT Leads and CAMs to drive schedule health and recover lagging engineering elements (RTG plans).

Domain experience tailored to the specific operating unit systems (e.g., Tactical Data Links, RF engineering, software-defined systems, or airborne networks).

Prior experience interfacing directly with engineering homeroom management to secure and onboard technical resources.

Active Top Secret SCI clearance.

Engineering Jobs in San Diego, CA (Now Hiring) — 2,999 open — Page 63

Manager Systems Engineering 3

Memory Control Design Engineer

Principal Windows Systems Administrator - Secret

SOC Infrastructure IP System HW Architect

Sr Medical Device Engineer (Process Development, Sensor Focus)

Staff Aeronautical Engineering - Subsystems

#Agentic AI Windows Power and Thermal Engineer

Capital Procurement Manager (HV Equipment)

Health Sensing HW – Module Lead

Lead Product Performance Engineer

Senior Photonics Process Development Engineer Packaging and Tooling

Photonics Process Development Engineer 2 Packaging and Tooling

Product Performance Engineer

Technical Program Manager

Design Project Manager - K-12

Electronics Technician 4

Navy Client Account Manager

Mechanical Designer II

Senior Software Engineer, Energy Services

Office Systems Specialist

Manager Systems Engineering 3

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