Environmental Test 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 Engineering Technicians to support a team doing design, integration, testing, and maintenance of hypersonic vehicles and related systems. This role will focus on environmental testing operations—including thermal, vibration, shock, and related test methods—to ensure systems meet rigorous aerospace standards.

• •Develop and execute test activities, including operation of thermal chambers, vibration tables, shock equipment, and related instrumentation.
• •Execute thermal cycling, vibration, shock, and combined environment testing per applicable aerospace and industry standards.
• •Ensure accurate documentation, analysis, and reporting of test results
• •Maintain and calibrate test equipment, ensuring compliance with internal and external requirements.

• •Design and fabricate of test fixtures, support equipment, and instrumentation setups.
• •Create test procedures, work instructions, and technical documentation.
• •Support test readiness reviews and coordination with engineering teams.

• •Communicate project status, technical challenges, and solutions to engineering leads and test team management.

• •Travel as needed (

• +Siemens Capital/Mentor Graphics.
• +3D CAD modeling experience – NX, CATIA, or Solidworks.
• +Familiarity with configuration management systems – Jira (preferred).

• •Position is on-site based in Mojave, CA.
• •Travel, as needed, to support the department ( 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.

• •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.