CAD​/PAD Project Engineer

Overview

Join PTI Technologies as a CAD/PAD Project Engineer in Oxnard, CA. This onsite role offers the opportunity to contribute to aerospace innovation in a high-performance environment with a focus on safety and professional growth.

PTI Technologies Inc. is a world leader in filtration and fluid control equipment and subsystems, and miniature CAD/PAD devices, providing innovative, value-added solutions for mission, flight and life-critical operations across the Aerospace and Defense markets.

• Develop, scale-up, and provide production support for energetic materials and chemical formulations for aerospace and defense applications.
• Perform controlled chemical mixing, process optimization, and ensure safety compliance as formulations move from laboratory to pilot and full-scale manufacturing environments.
• Collaborate with R&D, manufacturing, quality, and safety teams to establish robust, repeatable, and compliant processes.
• Develop and validate mixing processes, design mixing equipment, conduct capability studies, and improve operational yield and consistency.
• Engage in new product introductions and perform root cause analyses for process deviations.
• Assist with CAD systems (e.g., Solid Works) and collaborate on product lifecycle management.

• Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering or related field; 5–10 years of chemical process engineering experience, focusing on chemical mixing operations.
• Experience handling energetic materials, propellants, and hazardous formulations; knowledge of batch and continuous mixing processes and equipment selection.
• Familiarity with process safety management (PSM) and hazard analysis methodologies; ability to obtain ATF security clearance.
• Strong communication skills for collaboration with suppliers, customers, and internal teams.
• Knowledge of aerospace and military standards; skills in blueprint reading, GD&T, and tolerance stack-up analysis.
• Preferred:
  Master’s degree in chemical engineering; direct experience in aerospace or defense environments; strong analytical, attention to detail, project leadership, and mentorship abilities.

Great benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Health Savings Account/FSA, Paid Time Off, Vacation, Snack/Drink Room, Employee Discounts, Employee Profit Share Program, 401(k), and Employee Stock Purchase Program.

If you feel this is the right job for you, apply. We look forward to meeting you!