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 a Sr- or Staff-level Avionics Engineer for the Talon-A hypersonic vehicle program. This position will lead the Talon-A hypersonic vehicle avionics team through continued design, integration, testing, and maintenance of the multiple Talon-A hypersonic vehicles. You will be considered a subject matter expert and provide technical leadership and mentorship to a group of avionics engineers. This position will include coordination, planning, scheduling, and testing of a broad range of avionics components. Candidates must have an aerospace development background and relevant experience in aerospace systems integration.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead architecture, design, analysis, integration, and testing of avionics and electrical systems
Maintain configuration control over major avionics system elements including wiring diagrams, 3D CAD, work orders, etc.
Coordinate with and lead engineers across a broad spectrum of disciplines to understand requirements and engineer technical solutions.
Lead coordination with other subsystem leads to develop requirements, test plans, and procedures.
Perform analysis to gauge system design adequacy and performance to meet program requirements.
Coordinate with external customers to support range integration, launch license applications, safety documentation and analyses, and payload integration.
Review presentations and support design reviews throughout vehicle development
Support ground and/or flight test, as required.
Evaluate risks and risk mitigation plans to determine if the risks and mitigations are appropriate.
Regular and comprehensive communication to the Talon-A Chief Engineer on a weekly and monthly basis
Communicate with the Chief Engineer of Avionics to address avionics needs such as training, test equipment upgrades, avionics-specific processes, etc.
Management of direct reports (1:1s, reviews, etc.)
Contribute to the integration of complex aerospace systems.
Travel, as needed, to support the department and customer meetings.
Demonstrate honesty, responsibility, integrity, and fulfillment of commitments.
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.
Experience managing the manufacturing of an aerospace vehicle
Experience with integration of avionics wiring and hardware into an aerospace vehicle
Experience with data acquisition and instrumentation (thermocouples, accelerometers, strain gages, pressure transducers)
Experience with electrical power systems
Experience creating and reviewing wiring diagrams and/or circuit schematics.
Experience with electrical design analysis such as power budgets, thermal analysis, or RF budgets
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:
Knowledge of environmental testing (vibration, thermal, shock)
Experience with testing of RF avionics components such as RF transmitters, RF cabling, and RF antennas.
Experience with MIL-STD-461 Conducted Susceptibility (CS), Radiative Susceptibility (RS), and Radiative Emissions (RE) testing.
Knowledge of flight termination systems
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance.
Required Computer Skills:
Experience in C/C++, Python, Matlab, or equivalent
MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Preferred Computer Skills:
Experience with data acquisition systems such as National Instruments, ACRA, Safran, or equivalent
Experience with IADS
Familiarity with configuration management systems - JIRA, JAMA, Confluence, or equivalent
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Sr-level ($102,000-$148,000): Bachelor's degree (B.S.) from accredited institution with 5-10 years of experience, OR equivalent combination of education and experience
Staff-level ($128,000-$186,000): Bachelor's degree (B.S.) from accredited institution with 10-20 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
