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.
Stratolaunch is seeking a level I or II Data Analyst to support air-launched hypersonic vehicles. An ideal candidate will have knowledge of various data analytical concepts, programming languages, and tools. This role involves interfacing with a multi-disciplinary engineering team and program management.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Collaborate with design team to develop analytical approaches for data collection/ aggregation/analysis
- Support development of efficient and effective test and evaluation plans
- Participate in design reviews, readiness reviews, test execution, and post-test data reviews
- Architect and optimize design and test data review and analysis methodologies and tools
- Coordinate internally with multi-disciplinary team and externally with customers
- Demonstrate honesty, responsibility, and integrity in the fulfillment of commitments
QUALIFICATION & 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 data cleaning, analysis, modeling and visualization techniques
- Ability to use programming languages to facilitate data analysis
- Ability to quickly adapt to changing priorities
- Excellent written & verbal communication
- Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the SECRET or above level
Required Skills
- MS Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook, Project)
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with an aerospace engineering development/modification program
- Experience wearing multiple hats in a small team environment
- Experience defining, managing, and verifying requirements for hypersonic vehicles with hot-structure airframes
- Experience translating operational analysis into system requirements
- Active security clearance
Preferred Skills
- Experience programming (Python, MatLab, Linux)
- 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 & EXPERIENCE
- Level I ($83,000-$120,500): Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) from accredited institution, OR equivalent combination of education and experience
- Level II ($101,079-$146,500): Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) from accredited institution and 2-5 years of engineering experience, OR equivalent combination of education and experience
Special remarks regarding work environment, if applicable
- Position 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):
- 9/80 schedule
- 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.
Stratolaunch 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.
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Skills Required
- Knowledge of data cleaning, analysis, modeling and visualization techniques
- Ability to use programming languages to facilitate data analysis
- Ability to quickly adapt to changing priorities
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the SECRET or above level
- MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Project)
- Bachelor's degree (Level I) or Bachelor's degree with 2-5 years engineering experience (Level II) or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Experience working with an aerospace engineering development/modification program
- Experience defining, managing, and verifying requirements for hypersonic vehicles with hot-structure airframes
- Active security clearance
- Experience programming (Python, MatLab, Linux)
- Experience with CAD (NX preferred)
- Experience with configuration management systems such as Jira, Git
- Experience with requirement management systems such as Jama, Cameo, DOORS
Stratolaunch Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Stratolaunch and has not been reviewed or approved by Stratolaunch.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Fair & Transparent Compensation: Pay is considered competitive for many roles, with posted ranges for engineers and specialized hourly positions that indicate robust bands. Public self-reported packages also point to strong totals for some technical titles.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare Strength: Coverage includes multiple PPO/HMO options with HSA/HRA support and employer seeding, plus a monthly health-club reimbursement. These elements indicate comprehensive medical choices accompanied by meaningful wellness perks.
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Retirement Support — Retirement Support: A 401(k) program offers a company match up to an annual cap with a two‑year vesting schedule. This structure stands out as a meaningful long‑term savings benefit.
Stratolaunch Insights
What We Do
Stratolaunch LLC designs, manufactures, and launches aerospace vehicles and technologies to fulfill several important national needs, including the need to significantly advance U.S. hypersonic flight test capabilities and help improve the nation’s ability to design and operate cutting edge hypersonic vehicles. Our hypersonic testbeds will provide customizable, reusable, and affordable access to the Mach 5+ flight regime. We are delivering the world’s premiere hypersonic flight test services.
Why Work With Us
We offer customers the ability to perform risk reduction via affordable and routine flight test for their critical technologies. We offer an operationally realistic environment, enabling us to test in the subsonic, supersonic, and hypersonic flight regimes. With our reusable and low-cost system, customers can rapidly iterate the design of their t
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