Last updated 2026-07-05
22 Aerospace & Defense Jobs in San Francisco, CA, United States
Browse 22 Aerospace & Defense jobs across San Francisco, CA, United States. Listings are updated hourly and include salary data where available.
Market data for Aerospace & Defense jobs in San Francisco, CA, United States
Professionals specializing in the design, development, and management of aerospace and defense systems and projects.
San Francisco, CA, United States Aerospace & Defense salary data
Salary figures are based on postings with disclosed compensation and are shown as annualized ranges when available.
| Pay type | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $131K | $150K–$210K | $225K |
| Scope | P50 salary | P25-P75 range | Samples |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco metro | $171K | $143K-$193K | 184 postings |
| California | $143K | $112K-$178K | 1,924 postings |
| U.S. | $131K | $97K-$170K | 5,749 postings |
Pay visibility: 9 of 22 visible postings include structured pay data (41%).
Explore San Francisco, CA, United States Aerospace & Defense salary data.
Companies with current Aerospace & Defense listings
| Company | Active jobs |
|---|---|
| Astro Mechanica | 16 |
| Zipline | 5 |
| Astranis | 3 |
| Astra | 2 |
| Waymo | 2 |
| ALTEN Technology USA | 1 |
| Aurelius Systems | 1 |
Aerospace & Defense jobs by schedule
| Schedule | Active jobs | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Full time | 22 | 100% |
Aerospace & Defense jobs by seniority
Common Aerospace & Defense job titles
Aerospace & Defense jobs by listed location
| Location | Active jobs | Share |
|---|---|---|
| San Francisco, CA, United States | 12 | 60% |
| South San Francisco, CA, United States | 4 | 20% |
| Alameda, CA, United States | 2 | 10% |
| Berkeley, CA, United States | 1 | 5% |
| Hayward, CA, United States | 1 | 5% |
FAQ
- How many Aerospace & Defense jobs are listed in San Francisco, CA, United States?
- This page currently shows 22 Aerospace & Defense jobs in San Francisco, CA, United States.
- What salary data is available for Aerospace & Defense jobs in San Francisco, CA, United States?
- Salary comparison includes San Francisco metro ($171K P50, $143K-$193K P25-P75, 184 postings) and California ($143K P50, $112K-$178K P25-P75, 1,924 postings).
- Which companies are hiring for Aerospace & Defense roles in San Francisco, CA, United States?
- Current listings include roles from Astro Mechanica (16 jobs, 46%), Zipline (5 jobs, 14%), Astranis (3 jobs, 9%), Astra (2 jobs, 6%), and Waymo (2 jobs, 6%).
- What seniority levels are common for Aerospace & Defense jobs in San Francisco, CA, United States?
- The visible seniority mix includes Mid (10 jobs, 45%), Senior (7 jobs, 32%), Entry (4 jobs, 18%), and Intern (1 job, 5%).
- What work schedules are common for Aerospace & Defense jobs in San Francisco, CA, United States?
- The visible schedule mix includes Full time (22 jobs, 100%).
- What Aerospace & Defense job titles are common in San Francisco, CA, United States?
- Common titles include Regional Fleet Readiness Manager (2 jobs, 9%), Aeroelasticity Engineer (1 job, 5%), Autonomy Flight Test Specialist (1 job, 5%), Avionics Engineer Associate (Fall 2026) (1 job, 5%), and Brake Performance Engineer (1 job, 5%).
- What does this market snapshot include?
- Most visible listings are full-time (22 of 22). Mid-level roles account for 10 of 22 listings. 9 of 22 visible postings include structured pay data.
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