Join Amca as a Senior Build Engineer to prototype and manufacture critical components for aviation and military systems.
Posted by employer 5 months ago
First seen on Joblaze 1 day ago
Last verified on the company career page 1 day ago
What you'll build
- Own prototyping and first builds of new hardware designs
- Work with Design Engineering teams to understand end-use applications
- Take full ownership of manufacturing and build of new product designs
- Manage tooling configurations in accordance with aerospace standards
- Support build and manufacturing processes in our internal shops
Must have
- Experience with mechanical design and manufacturing processes
- Proficient in CAD, PLM/PDM systems, GD&T and M&P
Practical constraints
- This position requires use of information subject to ITAR
- All applicants must be U.S. persons
Requirements
- Visa
- No sponsorship (stated in posting)
Not disclosed in this posting: years of experience.
Joblaze summary
In the role of Senior Build Engineer at Amca, the individual will focus on transforming new product designs into functional prototypes while collaborating closely with design and test engineering teams. Key skills include proficiency in CAD, manufacturing processes, and a strong grasp of engineering principles to ensure manufacturability and performance. This position is well-suited for experienced engineers who thrive in hands-on environments and can work independently with minimal oversight. Amca's commitment to revitalizing America's industrial base adds a significant context to the work being done.
Joblaze insights
- Listed yesterday — first seen on Joblaze September 28, 2026. Last confirmed on Amca's careers page September 28, 2026.
- Salary band is above the typical range for comparable tech roles (median ~$126,400).
- Starts above 42% of 1202 comparable senior other roles in United States we track (median $143,800 across 189 companies).
Quick facts
- Is the Senior Build Engineer role remote?
- No — this is an on-site role in El Segundo, CA, United States.
- What's the salary range?
- Amca lists $140,000–$180,000 for this role.
- Where is the role based?
- Amca is hiring for this position in El Segundo, CA, United States.
- What seniority level is this role?
- Amca targets senior candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Senior Build Engineer role at Amca.
From the original posting
Amca is building America’s new industrial base. Since the 1990s, our ability to build new aviation and military systems and maintain the ones we already have has eroded. Today, the gap between what the nation needs to produce and what it is capable of producing is the largest it has been in generations.
Overview:
You will take new product designs and bring them to life. You will concurrently design Amca products and manufacturing processes with the Design and Test Engineering teams. You’ll provide engineering knowledge to quickly execute new product designs and manufacture them at our production facilities to expand Amca’s product catalog.
Responsibilities:
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Own prototyping and first builds of new hardware designs
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Work with Design Engineering teams to understand end-use applications and challenge requirements as needed
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Take full ownership of manufacturing and build of new product designs
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Prototype new components with manufacturability, integration, and performance as core constraints
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Work with Test Engineering teams to assist in creating any test tooling needed
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Work closely with Design Engineers to ensure that new designs are manufacturable at production facilities, and that DFM feedback is implemented
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Manage tooling configurations (drawing revisions, BOM structure, and part configuration) in accordance with aerospace standards and internal design and documentation controls
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Provide continuous feedback to Amca engineering teams to ensure that are products and processes fully optimized for reliability and cost
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Support build and manufacturing processes in our internal shops
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Assist with equipment selection and equipment onboarding
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Own manufacturing processes as the subject matter expert
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Support Amca with factory diligence and company development
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Evaluate product catalogs to help determine where the largest opportunities lie for catalog expansion
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Assist in the evaluation of factory designs and manufacturing engineering
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Work with cross functional engineering teams to expand manufacturing capabilities
Qualifications:
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Exceptionally curious and fast learner.
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Able to contribute across diverse part categories and manufacturing processes.
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Demonstrated ability to use engineering first principles to challenge and simplify requirements.
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Hands-on and practical - comfortable building, testing, and troubleshooting in real-world environments.
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Independent and creative; thrives with ownership and minimal oversight.
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Experience with mechanical design as well as manufacturing processes, applying first-principles thinking to structural, thermal, material and production constraints.
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Proficient in CAD, PLM/PDM systems, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) and Materials & Processing (M&P).
This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a US person as: any individual who is granted U.S. citizenship; or. any individual who is granted U.S. permanent residence ("Green Card" holder); or. any individual who is granted status as a "protected person" under 8 U.S.C 1324b(a)(3).
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