Stratolaunch
Flight Test Engineer
Mojave, CA
No sponsorshipDetected 12 days ago
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About the 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.
- As a Flight Test Engineer, you will enable development and successful flight testing of Stratolaunch's hypersonic aircraft systems.
Responsibilities
- Lead the mission control room team as a Test Conductor, or similar operational role, during experimental flight test of the Roc carrier aircraft and/or the Talon hypersonic vehicle testbeds.
- Lead the Mission Operations team assigned to a flight or series of flight as the main liaison to program management personnel.
- Responsible for safe and effective conduct of ground and flight test missions, and engineering support from the mission control room.
- Develop depth of engineering and system knowledge to enable rapid decision-making and task prioritization.
- Lead test or flight readiness reviews prior to test plan execution.
- Coordinate range, airspace, and support resources in support of flight test missions.
- Develop and document procedures for expanded mission control room operations, to support air-launch test missions with multiple aircraft and separate control elements.
- Develop and document procedures covering all aspects of test mission execution for the integrated launch system.
- Support development of test strategy and objectives, test plans and mission cards for ground and inflight testing and identify test hazards and develop mitigation actions.
- Manage and communicate test-specific vehicle limitations and flight readiness review actions.
Requirements
- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
- The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
- Previous experience with new, experimental, or modified aircraft, launch vehicles or spacecraft, technical and safety review boards, and configuration control methods.
- Experience with engineering and test data analysis tools such as IADS and MATLAB.
- Knowledge of risk management or safety management systems.
- Experience leading flight test programs.
- Ability to obtain a security clearance.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, or similar technical foundation
- Experience as a Test Conductor for a developmental test program
- Experience as a Flight Test Engineer or control room engineer on an active test program
- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty 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.
- Technical aerospace experience, including training in a technical discipline.
- Ability to analyze and prioritize tasks on their own initiative, and drive projects to completion, to fit within overall business goals.
- Ability to lead a small team, make decisions, communicate requirements, and quickly adapt to changing priorities.
- Have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Be able to work irregular hours and workdays, and travel periodically.
Compensation
- Level II ($101-000-$146,500): Bachelor's degree or higher from accredited institution and 2-5 years of engineering experience, OR equivalent combination of education and experience
- Sr. Level ($120,000-$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
Benefits
- Healthcare ( medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs )
- Paid Maternity and Parental Leave
- Tuition reimbursement
Visa & Work Authorization
- Ability to obtain a security clearance
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