Lead Avionics Engineer at Stratolaunch | HireBuilt

About This Role

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 to lead an air-launched hypersonic vehicle avionics team through continued design, integration, and testing. 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 program 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
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 aerospace vehicle bring-up, including ground tests, flight tests, and system validation
Experience with telemetry systems and IRIG-106 (CH4, CH10, CH7)
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
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoW security clearance

Required Computer Skills:

Experience in C/C++, Python, Matlab, or equivalent
MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

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
Experience supporting test activities from a control room environment
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoW security clearance

Preferred Computer Skills:

Experience with data acquisition systems such as National Instruments, ACRA, TTC, Safran, or equivalent
Experience with IADS
Familiarity with configuration management systems – JIRA, JAMA, Confluence, or equivalent

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Sr Level ($120,500-$158,000): Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) from accredited institution and 5-10 years of engineering experience, OR equivalent combination of education and experience
Staff Level ($157,000-$206,000): Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) from accredited institution and 10-20 years of engineering 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 <5%

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Base salary and leveling are established on a case-by-case basis. We consider several factors to ensure a competitive offer, including your location, educational background, and a comprehensive assessment of the skills and experience demonstrated during your interviews.

Benefits and our location(s):

9/80 schedule
Healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs)
Paid Maternity and Parental Leave
50% company match per contributed dollar into 401(k) savings plan, up to $11,500
Tuition reimbursement

This position may involve the operation of company vehicles as part of assigned duties.

Mojave Air & Spaceport is located just outside of Lancaster/Palmdale and is only 95 miles north of Los Angeles. The area offers both affordability and central access to a variety of California's best attractions and landmarks.

Not much for the outdoors and prefer the city life? You’re within a half day’s drive or less of Los Angeles, San Diego, Las Vegas, and San Francisco where you can find a variety of live entertainment, museums, tours, and historical sight-seeing. Theme parks are in abundance, with Six Flags Magic Mountain, Disneyland, and Knotts Berry Farm ready to meet the needs of rollercoaster thrill seekers.

Food and drink fanatics are in a haven of delectable choices. Wine aficionados will also find easy access to some of the state’s best vino in Paso Robles, Santa Ynez, and even more locally in Tehachapi and Agua Dulce. Beer fanatics will find some of the best West Coast IPAs at Bravery and Lucky Luke’s in Lancaster. Any food option you crave is covered, and we always recommend the authentic and fresh Mexican food that you won’t find anywhere else in the United States.

Stratolaunch is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at our company. We encourage people from all walks of life to apply, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Our management team does not tolerate discrimination or harassment at any point during our employees’ and applicants’ time with us, especially with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, and general treatment during employment. For purposes of transparency, U.S. Citizenship may be required for some positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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Lead Avionics Engineer

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