Avionics Engineering Technician

Avionics Engineering Technician

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.

To help achieve these efforts, Stratolaunch is seeking an Avionics Engineering Technician level I, II, or Sr to support design, integration, testing, and maintenance of the Talon-A hypersonic vehicle electrical and avionics systems. You will create shop definition including drawings, wiring diagrams, and work instructions. You must be comfortable as a liaison to the shop to install and modify existing aircraft subsystems. This position will include evaluation of a broad range of technical data. Candidates must have an aerospace development background and relevant experience in aerospace systems integration.

Essential Responsibilities

Support the flight operations by acting as the engineering liaison to troubleshoot electrical and avionics ground test issues

Design, manufacture, and operate electrical ground support equipment

Create drawings, wiring diagrams, and work instructions to install or modify electrical and/or avionics subsystems

Support the shop by acting as the engineering liaison to troubleshoot documentation issues and provide real-time support on the shop floor

Regular and comprehensive communication to your lead

Contribute to the integration of complex aerospace systems

Travel, as needed, to support the department

Demonstrate honesty, responsibility, integrity and fulfillment of commitments

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:

• Knowledge of, and experience with, one or more of these disciplines: electrical engineering, avionics, experimental aircraft and/or launch vehicle integration
• Experience integrating launch vehicle or aircraft electrical power systems
• Experience with the creation of shop work instructions, including wiring diagrams and drawings
• Direct hands-on experience with aircraft electrical system installation and best practices
• Facilitation skills and ability to communicate technical challenges and guidance to varied audiences to gain support or resolve concerns
• Ability to work on your own initiative and prioritize tasking to fit within the business goals
• Complex aerospace system development
• Ability to quickly adapt to changing priorities

Preferred Qualifications:

• Environmental testing experience
• Security clearance

Required Computer Skills:

• Wiring diagram tools: Siemens Capital Logic/Harness, or equivalent
• Lab equipment: Oscilloscopes, multimeters, AC/DC power supplies, signal generators
• Familiarity with 3D CAD
• MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Preferred Computer Skills:

• Siemens Capital/Mentor Graphics
• 3D CAD modeling experience – NX, CATIA, or Solidworks
• Curtiss-Wright IADS or Labview
• Familiarity with configuration management systems – Jira (preferred)

Education & Experience

• Engr Tech I ($31.00-$40.75): Relevant experience in engineering discipline or 0-10 years as technician in relevant discipline. CAD experience.
• Engr Tech II ($38.75-$50.88): Strong relevant experience in engineering discipline or 5-15 years as technician in relevant discipline. Proficiency with CAD.
• Sr Engr Tech ($47.20-$61.88): Strong relevant experience in engineering discipline or 10+ years as technician in relevant discipline. Strong proficiency with CAD.

Special remarks regarding work environment, if applicable:

• Position on-site based in Mojave, CA
• Travel, as needed, to support the department. Travel estimated to be <5%