Position Summary

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.

As Payload Mission Manager, you will report to the Hypersonic Programs Director and be responsible for integrating customer payloads with our Talon-A hypersonic vehicles. You will interface with the customer on a regular basis to develop requirements, manage integration schedules, provide updates, and ensure the customer has an optimal experience working with Stratolaunch. You will be part of the hypersonic engineering team and develop interface requirements and interface control documents for use in payload integration. You will collaborate with the manufacturing and operations team to answer questions and resolve conflicts during payload installation. You will also work with the customer to generate and implement the payload functional test matrix prior to the mission. You will work with the Stratolaunch contracts team to ensure customer milestones are achieved. You will work with the hypersonic vehicle program management team to ensure the customer needs are communicated and integrated with program planning tools.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop interface requirements for payload integration
• Coordinate across multiple Stratolaunch departments to ensure the customer milestones are met while providing customers with an optimal experience
• Develop the payload integration schedule, starting from receipt of payload through return of the payload and delivery of customer data
• Generate and maintain Interface Control Documents and deliver them to the customer
• Coordinate with the manufacturing and operations team to perform physical payload integration
• Work with customers to verify functional performance after payload integration
• Work with customers and the operations team to develop ground and flight test plans to support customer objectives
• Owner of the Talon-A Payload User’s Guide
• Coordinate flight test data reduction, as required, and deliver to customers
• Support the preparation of business proposals to the US Government and industry
• Coordinate and help resolve technical challenges, as required
• Contribute to the integration of complex aerospace systems
• Travel, as needed, to support the company
• Demonstrate honesty, responsibility, integrity, and fulfillment of commitments

QUALIFICATIONS

• 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

REQUIRED

• Knowledge of, and experience with, electrical engineering, avionics, electronics, software, aircraft and/or launch vehicle integration
• Experience with requirements development, with a focus on interface management
• Experience with air or space vehicle instrumentation
• Experience with computer-aided design (CAD) software tools
• Experience with integration and test planning
• Ability to work on their own initiative and prioritize tasking to fit within the business goals
• Experience with complex aerospace system development
• Ability to quickly adapt to changing priorities
• Ability to obtain a security clearance at the TS/SCI level

PREFERRED

• Experience with sensor integration
• Experience with high-temperature materials, thermal protection systems, or optical windows
• Experience with U.S. government agencies
• Active security clearance

REQUIRED COMPUTER SKILLS

• Engineering software tools
• MS Office (Project, Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Configuration management systems

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree (BS) in engineering, physics, or mathematics from an accredited institution and 15-plus years of relevant experience, OR equivalent combination of education and experience

Special remarks regarding work environment, if applicable

• This position is located in Mojave, CA
• Travel estimated to be approximately 25%

Benefits and our location:

• $145,000-$196,000
• Relocation eligible to local area – Mojave, CA
• 9/80 schedule
• Healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs)
• Paid Maternity and Parental Leave up to 16 weeks
• 50% company match per contributed dollar into 401(k) savings plan up to the IRS annual limit
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education

Mojave Air & Spaceport is located 95 miles north of Los Angeles. To outsiders it may seem like it is the middle-of-nowhere, but it offers both affordability and central access to a variety of California’s best attractions and landmarks. Hikers will find themselves within a 2-3 hours distance of some of the best state and national parks, including Yosemite and Sequoia in the Sierra Nevada Mountains. Skiers will delight in being closely distanced to world-class resorts at Mammoth Mountain, Mountain High, and Big Bear. Beachgoers can find plenty of sand, sun, and sunsets at both Southern and Central California beaches like Ventura, Huntington, Santa Monica, and Pismo. The area also offers plenty of rural area for off-roading and horseback riding enthusiasts.

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.

Applicants must be a US citizen or Green Card holder to be considered for this role.

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law:
https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf

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