Systems Test Engineer

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 Sr- or Staff-level Test Engineer to lead the Talon-A air-launched, hypersonic vehicle testing. An ideal candidate will have experience in vehicle integration and test. This role involves interfacing with a multi-disciplinary engineering team and program management.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborates with the systems engineering, test team responsible engineers, and program leadership to define and implement vehicle integration and test activities
• Collaborates with a multi-disciplinary engineering team to produce and maintain an up-to-date test objective database
• Ensures vehicle is tested in a manner to meet vehicle requirements
• Participates in test planning, Test Readiness Reviews (TRRs), test execution, vehicle troubleshooting and post-test data reviews
• Architects and optimizes data review methodology, as well as data review and data analysis tools
• Understands connections and dependences between subsystems
• Sets standards for test planning and documentation and ensure those standards are met
• Demonstrate honesty, responsibility, and integrity in the fulfillment of commitments

QUALIFICATION & 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

• Experience working in small, dynamic engineering teams where each member often has multiple responsibilities
• Previous test experience (e.g. vehicle integration testing, ground testing, and/or flight testing)
• Familiarity with avionics, instrumentation, software, fluid systems, liquid rockets, and/or structures (listed in order of priority)
• Ability to quickly adapt to changing priorities
• Excellent written & verbal communication 
• Ability to acquire and maintain a security clearance