Stratolaunch

6 oct 2026

Systems Engineer

HíbridoEstados Unidos

Mojave, California, Estados Unidos

Python

Sobre la oportunidad

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.

Stratolaunch is seeking a level II, Sr- or Staff-level Systems Engineer to support expendable air-launched hypersonic vehicles. An ideal candidate will have experience in full lifecycle systems engineering, including deriving requirements from concepts of operation, developing test and evaluation plans, executing test activities, and verifying vehicle-level compliance. This role involves interfacing with a multi-disciplinary engineering team, program management, and customers.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to derive and document

requirements

Develop efficient and effective test and evaluation plans
Plan and direct execution of tests for components, subsystems, and vehicles
Track and monitor requirements compliance through the lifecycle of the program
Work with system safety and environment health and safety teams to ensure test activities are executed in a manner which minimizes participant, environment, and hardware risk
Participate in test design reviews, test readiness reviews, test execution, vehicle troubleshooting, and post-test data reviews
Architect and optimize test data review and analysis methodologies and tools
Set standards for test planning and documentation and ensure those standards are met
Coordinate internally with multi-disciplinary team and externally with customers
Demonstrate honesty, responsibility, and integrity in the fulfillment of commitments

QUALIFICATIONS AND 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 direct experience with, at least two of these disciplines: Electrical and Avionics Systems, EO/RF Seeker Systems, Energetics Systems, Propulsion Systems, Lethality Modeling, Guidance Navigation and Controls, Aerodynamics, Thermal, and Mechanical Systems
Experience contributing to the systems engineering content for a major technical review such as System Requirements Review, Preliminary Design Review or Critical Design Review
Familiarity with tactical missile system constraints from military launch platforms and logistics chains
Familiarity with military standards pertinent to air launched missiles (e.g. 810, 1553, 1760,…)
Previous systems engineering experience in a small dynamic team environment
Experience integrating one or more missile system onto a military platform
Ability to quickly adapt to changing priorities while maintaining systems engineering rigor
Excellent written & verbal communication
Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the SECRET or above level

REQUIRED SKILLS

MS Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook, Project)
Familiarity with CAD
Familiarity with configuration management systems such as Jira, Git, etc.
Familiarity with requirement management systems such as Jama, Cameo, DOORS, etc.

requirements

Familiarity with kill chain models such as F2T2EA and associated requirements decomposition
Experience wearing multiple hats in a small team environment
Experience defining, managing, and verifying requirements for hypersonic vehicles with hot-structure airframes
Experience translating operational analysis into system requirements
Active TS/SCI security clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience integrating a high Mach or hypersonic system onto a military platform
Familiarity with WOSA and MOSA and how to decompose those architectures to

PREFERRED SKILLS

Experience programming (Matlab, Python)
Experience with CAD (NX Preferred)
Experience with configuration management systems such as Jira, Git, etc.
Experience with requirement management systems such as Jama, Cameo, DOORS, etc.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Level II ($101,000-$146,500): Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) from accredited institution and 2-5 years of relevant experience, OR equivalent combination of education and experience
Sr-level ($120,500-$158,000): Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) from accredited institution and 5-10 years of relevant 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 relevant experience, OR equivalent combination of education and experience

SPECIAL REMARKS REGARDING WORK ENVIRONMENT, IF APPLICABLE

Position based in Mojave, CA. Consideration for hybrid (partial remote/on-site work) work location arrangement for well-qualified candidates and remote (outside of CA) work location arrangement for exceptional candidates.
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.

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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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requirements

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED SKILLS

requirements

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

PREFERRED SKILLS

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