Systems Integration Engineer Jobs in California

Systems Integration Engineer jobs in California concentrate in aerospace and defense, semiconductor manufacturing, enterprise software, and clean energy systems, with demand across seniority levels from associate engineers to principal architects. The largest hiring markets are the Los Angeles metro, the San Francisco Bay Area, and San Diego, where employers such as Northrop Grumman, Lockheed Martin, and Qualcomm maintain deep engineering workforces and hire systems integration engineers on a continuing basis. The most in-demand specialties include hardware-software integration, systems verification and test, and model-based systems engineering. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles127+
Top employerNorthrop Grumman
Top cityEl Segundo, CA
Cities hiring47
Work type55% On-site
Top industryAerospace

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Systems Integration Technician
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Systems Integration Technician
Golden Star Technology
Cerritos, California
Inventory Control
Logistics & Inventory
Warehouse Operations
$20 - $26/hr
Associate's degree in information technology

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Anduril
Senior Electrical Engineer, Thunder Mission Systems Integration
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Senior Electrical Engineer, Thunder Mission Systems Integration
Anduril
Costa Mesa, California
Customer Service
Customer Success
Customer Support
$129k - $198k/yr
501-1,000

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DevOps Unmanned Systems Integration Engineer - Secret
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DevOps Unmanned Systems Integration Engineer - Secret
Parsons
California
Business Operations
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
$104k - $181k/yr
Bachelor's degree in engineering
10,000+

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Ford Motor Company
Staff Systems Integration Engineer - IVI Software
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Staff Systems Integration Engineer - IVI Software
Ford Motor Company
Palo Alto, California
Customer Support
IT Support
Technical Program Management
$150k - $284k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Photo-Sonics, Inc.
Systems Integration Technician #594
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Systems Integration Technician #594
Photo-Sonics, Inc.
Chatsworth, California
Electrical Engineering
Electrical Technician
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
$36 - $51/hr
On-Site
Associate's degree in mechatronics
11-50

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Systems Integration Engineer Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

El Segundo
19 jobs
Palo Alto
13 jobs
San Diego
9 jobs
Irvine
8 jobs
Costa Mesa
6 jobs
Los Angeles
5 jobs
Goleta
4 jobs
Long Beach
4 jobs
Pleasanton
4 jobs

Systems Integration Engineer Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Northrop Grumman
    Northrop Grumman10
  • Tesla
    Tesla6
  • Anduril
    Anduril6
  • Apple
    Apple5
  • KBR
    KBR4

Top Industries Hiring

  • Aerospace & Defense
  • Electronics & Hardware
  • Energy
  • Retail
  • Automotive

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in systems integration engineer jobs across California.

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, systems engineering, or a closely related technical field
  • Experience integrating hardware and software components across complex multi-vendor systems
  • Proficiency with systems modeling languages or tools such as SysML, MATLAB, or Simulink
  • Demonstrated ability to develop interface control documents and manage system interface definitions
  • Familiarity with verification and validation methodologies including test planning and requirements traceability
  • Active or obtainable U.S. security clearance, required by many California aerospace and defense employers

Systems Integration Engineer Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a systems integration engineer in California?

The most direct path is a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, systems engineering, mechanical engineering, or computer science from an accredited California university, followed by a role in systems test, integration lab support, or a related engineering position. California does not require a state license for the systems integration engineer title, though many employers in aerospace and defense require candidates to hold or qualify for a Professional Engineer license issued by the California Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists.

Which companies hire systems integration engineers in California?

Companies currently hiring systems integration engineers in California include Northrop Grumman, Tesla, and Anduril, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. California's concentration of aerospace primes, semiconductor firms, and defense contractors makes it one of the most active states for this role.

Which California cities have the most systems integration engineer jobs?

El Segundo, Palo Alto, and San Diego have the most systems integration engineer openings in California. The Los Angeles area is driven by the region's large aerospace and defense contractors, the Bay Area by semiconductor and enterprise technology employers, and San Diego by defense electronics and communications systems firms that have anchored engineering talent there for decades.

Are there remote systems integration engineer jobs in California?

Yes, but they're rare. Systems integration engineering is fundamentally a hands-on discipline that requires physical access to lab environments, test hardware, and integrated systems, which limits full-remote arrangements. About 45% of systems integration engineer openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions typically cover the requirements-definition, documentation, and architecture phases rather than bench-level integration and test work.

How can I get hired as a systems integration engineer in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is a systems test engineer or integration technician role, which gives hands-on lab exposure without requiring full independent ownership of integration programs. Large California defense and aerospace employers such as Northrop Grumman and Lockheed Martin run structured new-graduate rotational engineering programs at their Southern California facilities. Completing a senior capstone project that involves hardware-software integration, earning a Certified Systems Engineering Professional associate credential, or building a portfolio that demonstrates requirements traceability and interface documentation gives early-career candidates a concrete edge in California interviews.

Where can I find and apply to systems integration engineer jobs in California?

You can find and apply to systems integration engineer jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across aerospace, defense, semiconductor, and technology employers. Search the listings to find roles that fit your background, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that match.

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