Flight Termination System Engineer at stratolaunchstratolaunch · Mojave, California, United States

Workplace: Remote, On-site

Posted: 2026-10-19

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 a level I, level II, Sr-, or Staff-level Avionics Engineer with emphasis in Flight Termination Systems (FTS) and Autonomous Flight Safety System (AFSS) to support continued technical development of air-launched hypersonic aircraft. This position will also support the efforts to design, integrate, and test the FTS and AFSS in accordance with RCC-319 and RCC-324. Additionally, this position will include working with range safety personnel to coordinate review and approval of various FTS documents. You must be comfortable with component/system development and integration. Candidates must have an aerospace development background and relevant experience in aerospace systems integration. Essential Responsibilities Support the development, implementation, and subsystem-level testing of the FTS and AFSS Collaborate with range safety to review and approve FTS and AFSS documentation Support design, procurement, and build of AFSS Hardware in the Loop Contribute to flight test planning for integrated (carrier aircraft + pylon + hypersonic vehicle) Stratolaunch missions Collaborate with range safety personnel to develop FTS and AFSS technical requirements Contribute to coordination of range testing Support design reviews throughout vehicle system development & …truncated… 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…Sign in to see the original postingBrowse more developer jobs on RoleBurst