Systems Engineer

Systems EngineerMojave, California, United StatesStratolaunch 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 ResponsibilitiesCollaborate with internal and external stakeholders to derive and document requirementsDevelop efficient and effective test and evaluation plansPlan and direct execution of tests for components, subsystems, and vehiclesTrack and monitor requirements compliance through the lifecycle of the programWork with system safety and environment health and safety teams to ensure test activities are executed in a manner which minimizes participant, environment, and hardware riskParticipate in test design reviews, test readiness reviews, test execution, vehicle troubleshooting, and post-test data reviewsArchitect and optimize test data review and analysis methodologies and toolsSet standards for test planning and documentation and ensure those standards are metCoordinate internally with multi-disciplinary team and externally with customersDemonstrate honesty, responsibility, and integrity in the fulfillment of commitmentsQualification & SkillsTo 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 QualificationsKnowledge 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 SystemsExperience contributing to the systems engineering content for a major technical review such as System Requirements Review, Preliminary Design Review or Critical Design ReviewFamiliarity with tactical missile system constraints from military launch platforms and logistics chainsFamiliarity with military standards pertinent to air launched missiles (e.g. 810, 1553, 1760,…)Previous systems engineering experience in a small dynamic team environmentExperience integrating one or more missile system onto a military platformAbility to quickly adapt to changing priorities while maintaining systems engineering rigorExcellent written & verbal communicationAbility to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the SECRET or above levelRequired SkillsMS Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook, Project)Familiarity with CADFamiliarity with configuration management systems such as Jira, Git, etc.Familiarity with requirement management systems such as Jama, Cameo, DOORS, etc.Preferred QualificationsExperience integrating a high Mach or hypersonic system onto a military platformFamiliarity with WOSA and MOSA and how to decompose those architectures to requirementsFamiliarity with kill chain models such as F2T2EA and associated requirements decompositionExperience wearing multiple hats in a small team environmentExperience defining, managing, and verifying requirements for hypersonic vehicles with hot-structure airframesExperience translating operational analysis into system requirementsActive TS/SCI security clearancePreferred SkillsExperience 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 & ExperienceLevel 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 experienceSr-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 experienceStaff-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 experienceSpecial remarks regarding work environment, if applicablePosition 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%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. Benefits and our location(s)Healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs)Paid Maternity and Parental Leave50% company match per contributed dollar into 401(k) savings plan, up to $11,500Tuition reimbursementStratolaunch 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.Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law