Avionics Engineering Technician
Stratolaunch · Mojave, CA
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Experience asked
- 10+ years
- Industry
- Aerospace & defense
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level manufacturing role at Stratolaunch (aerospace & defense) in Mojave, CA. Design, manufacture, and operate electrical ground support equipment.
- They ask for
- 10+ years
- Tools it names
- SolidWorks, CATIA / NX
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How this role compares
Against 277 other live manufacturing postings in California.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- More than usual (10+ vs 5+)
Typical $109k–$153k, from 101 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Tooling 59%
- ✓ New product launch 54%
- Root cause 45%
- Automation 35%
- ✓ CATIA / NX 34%
- Machining 33%
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This plant: Stratolaunch in Mojave
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Full description from StratolaunchAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
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
- ✓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)
Education & experience
- ✓Engr Tech II: Strong relevant experience in engineering discipline or 3-10 years as technician in relevant discipline. Proficiency with CAD.
- ✓Sr Engr Tech: Strong relevant experience in engineering discipline or 10+ years as technician in relevant discipline. Strong proficiency with CAD.
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.
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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 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 should have an aerospace development background and relevant experience in aerospace systems integration
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)
Benefits and our location(s)
- •Healthcare ( medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs )
- •Paid Maternity and Parental Leave
- •50% company match per contributed dollar into 401(k) savings plan, up to $11,500
- •Tuition reimbursement
This position may involve the operation of company vehicles as part of assigned duties.
Mojave Air & Spaceport is located just outside of Lancaster/Palmdale and is only 95 miles north of Los Angeles. The area offers both affordability and central access to a variety of California's best attractions and landmarks.
Not much for the outdoors and prefer the city life? You’re within a half day’s drive or less of Los Angeles, San Diego, Las Vegas, and San Francisco where you can find a variety of live entertainment, museums, tours, and historical sight-seeing. Theme parks are in abundance, with Six Flags Magic Mountain, Disneyland, and Knotts Berry Farm ready to meet the needs of rollercoaster thrill seekers.
Food and drink fanatics are in a haven of delectable choices. Wine aficionados will also find easy access to some of the state’s best vino in Paso Robles, Santa Ynez, and even more locally in Tehachapi and Agua Dulce. Beer fanatics will find some of the best West Coast IPAs at Bravery and Lucky Luke’s in Lancaster. Any food option you crave is covered, and we always recommend the authentic and fresh Mexican food that you won’t find anywhere else in the United States.