Stratolaunch accelerates the development of next-generation aerospace and defense technologies through reusable hypersonic flight testing. Our autonomous, air-launched Talon-A vehicles provide access to operationally realistic flight environments at speeds exceeding Mach 5, delivering critical data that helps customers validate system performance and advance technologies toward deployment. Our team brings together expertise in engineering, manufacturing, and flight operations to solve complex challenges and advance capabilities essential to national security.

To help achieve these efforts, Stratolaunch is seeking a Sr- or Staff-level GNC Engineer to participate in the development of hypersonic flight control systems. You will contribute to the design, development, requirements verification, and test execution for hypersonic vehicle flight control systems. This position will include evaluation of a broad range of technical data.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Development and evaluation of advanced algorithms to satisfy Guidance, Navigation, and Control requirements
Development of hypersonic plant modeling and analysis tools
Creation of Algorithm Description Documents (ADDs) to document GNC designs
Perform analyses to verify algorithm designs meet requirements
Contributions to aspects of the overall flight control system design, development, implementation, integration, and test
Development of engineering tools, as needed, to complete the tasking
Regular and comprehensive communication to the Vehicle Management System and GNC Leads
Demonstrate honesty, responsibility, integrity, and fulfillment of commitments
Travel, as needed, to support the department

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

Must demonstrate the ability to perform combinations of the Essential Responsibilities
Fundamental knowledge and understanding of flight dynamics
Ability to take initiative and prioritize tasking to fit within business goals
Ability to quickly adapt to changing priorities
Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

Aircraft, missile, and/or launch vehicle development experience
Guidance algorithm synthesis, implementation, and analysis
Control, autopilot design and analysis
Navigation algorithm synthesis, implementation, and analysis
Dynamic system modeling of fixed wing, missile, and/or hypersonic vehicles
Flight control algorithm requirements development, design, implementation, integration, test, and post-flight analysis
Ability to communicate technical challenges and provide guidance to varied audiences explaining rationale and/or resolving concerns
Experience with software development processes and methodologies
Advanced degree with technical focus in GNC relevant areas
TS/SCI security clearance

Required Computer Skills

Proficient with Matlab
Proficient with Simulink
Proficient with revision control tools (Git, Bitbucket)
Proficient with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Level II ($97,200-$126,100): Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) from accredited institution and 2-5 years of relevant experience, OR equivalent combination of education and experience
Sr-level ($118,000-159,000): Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) from accredited institution and 5-10 years of relevant experience, OR equivalent combination of education and experience
Staff-level ($138,300-$191,860): Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) from accredited institution and 8+ years of relevant 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.