About the job
About Stratolaunch
Stratolaunch advances aerospace technology by developing reusable Talon testbeds for hypersonic flight, reaching speeds above Mach 5. These platforms support routine, cost-effective access to hypersonic environments, supplying essential flight data to validate system performance and accelerate new technology deployment. The team works closely with customers to support projects that are critical to national security.
Role Overview
The Senior Systems Engineer will focus on expendable air-launched hypersonic vehicles. This position is based in Mojave, CA. The engineer will contribute across the full systems engineering lifecycle, from requirements derivation to test execution and compliance verification. The role involves close collaboration with engineering colleagues, program management, and other stakeholders to ensure mission objectives are met.
Key Responsibilities
- Translate operational concepts into clear system requirements
- Develop test and evaluation plans for hypersonic vehicles
- Lead and execute vehicle-level testing activities
- Verify compliance with all relevant requirements throughout the project lifecycle
- Work closely with a multi-disciplinary engineering team and program managers
- Engage with stakeholders to support project goals and resolve issues
What We’re Looking For
- Extensive experience in full lifecycle systems engineering
- Strong background in requirements derivation, test planning, and evaluation for aerospace systems
- Proven ability to collaborate with diverse technical teams and stakeholders
- Experience with hypersonic or air-launched vehicle programs is highly valued

