Stratolaunch is a technology accelerator that engineers operationally realistic testing at Mach 5+. Our air-launched, Talon testbeds are reusable, cost-effective platforms that enable routine access to the hypersonic environment. We deliver flight data critical to validating system performance and achieving rapid technology deployment. Together with our customers, we drive innovations that are imperative to advancing national security.
To help achieve these efforts, Stratolaunch is seeking an Avionics Engineer level II or Sr, focusing in testing. This position includes environmental and functional testing of the various avionics components that contribute to the development and flight of the Talon air-launched, hypersonic vehicle programs. You will contribute the test planning, execution, failure analysis, and overall validation of the hypersonic avionics system. This position will include participating in coordination, scheduling, and testing of a broad range of avionics components.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Create environmental test plans, procedures, and reports to satisfy internal and external Avionics Test requirements.
Participate in environmental tests, both onsite and offsite
Support of test execution via scheduling and travel to test houses, as required.
Contribute to and perform failure analysis and generate recovery plans for test failures.
Maintain and operate environmental test equipment such as vibration tables and thermal chambers.
Design new environmental test instrumentation systems and support its operation.
Support operations of existing environmental test instrumentation systems
Regular and comprehensive communication to the Stratolaunch Chief Engineer of Avionics and the program avionics leads.
Knowledge and understanding of test and environmental standards such as DO-160, MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-461, etc.
Demonstrate honesty, responsibility, integrity, and fulfillment of commitments
Travel, as needed, to support the department
QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Required Qualifications:
Knowledge of, and experience with, one or more of these disciplines: electrical engineering, avionics, experimental aircraft and/or launch vehicle integration.
Fundamental knowledge and understanding of avionics components level tests.
Experience integrating launch vehicle or aircraft electrical systems.
Experience or knowledge of designing instrumentation systems.
Experience reviewing electrical and mechanical schematics.
Facilitation skills and ability to communicate technical challenges and guidance to varied audiences to gain support or resolve concerns.
Ability to work on your own initiative and prioritize tasking to fit within the business goals.
Complex aerospace system development
Ability to quickly adapt to changing priorities.
Preferred Qualifications:
Environmental testing experience
Experience with Matlab, Python, LabVIEW or equivalent
Experience with data acquisition and data processing
Experience with testing of RF avionics components such as RF transmitters, GPS, RF cabling, and RF antennas
Experience interfacing with embedded software systems
Experience with MIL-STD-461 Conducted Susceptibility (CS), Radiative Susceptibility (RS), and Radiative Emissions (RE) testing.
Knowledge of RCC-319-19
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance
Experience developing digital test procedures.
Required Computer Skills:
MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Preferred Computer Skills:
Experience with NI cRIO, cDAQ platforms for data collection and test automation.
Experience with Curtiss-Wright KAM-500 DAS and IADS data processing software for data acquisition.
Familiarity with configuration management systems - Jira (preferred).
Experience with Git for software configuration management.
Comfortable using command line programming.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Level II ($64,000-$108,000): Bachelor's degree (B.S.) from accredited institution with 2-5 years of experience, OR equivalent combination of education and experience
Level Sr ($78,000-$134,000): Bachelor's degree (B.S.) from accredited institution with 5-10 years of experience, OR equivalent combination of education and experience
Special remarks regarding work environment, if applicable
Position based in Mojave, CA
Travel, as needed, to support the department. Travel estimated to be
