Dynamics Engineer, Hypersonic Vehicle

Job overview

The Dynamics Engineer, Hypersonic Vehicle role is based onsite in Mojave, CA; remote consideration may be available for well-qualified candidates. The stated annual base salary range is $142,000–$174,700. Stratolaunch develops reusable air-launched testbeds that provide access to the hypersonic environment and flight data for technology validation. The engineer leads aeroelastic development across analysis, ground testing, model correlation, and flight testing, while contributing to structural and guidance, navigation, and control performance. The work supports vehicle design and mission requirements, resolves technical challenges, and informs upgrades to the vehicle architecture.

What you'll do

• Lead aeroelastic analysis, ground testing, and flight testing
• report flutter margins
• perform aeroservoelastic analysis as needed
• maintain models for partner teams
• develop instrumentation requirements
• support flight-test and post-test analysis
• evaluate vehicle loads and environments
• contribute to structural finite-element models and loads development
• prepare analysis reports and design-review materials
• assess structural-dynamics risks and mitigation plans
• travel as needed to support the company.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

dynamics engineer

hypersonic vehicle

aeroelastic analysis

ground vibration testing

flutter analysis

flight test

finite element analysis

nastran

zaero

python

matlab

mojave ca

stratolaunch

20% travel

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• paid maternity and parental leave
• company 401(k) match
• tuition reimbursement.

Why this role

Hypersonic vehicle development role spanning aeroelastic analysis, ground vibration testing, model correlation, and flight test; approximately 20% travel is required.

About the employer

Stratolaunch, LLC is hiring for this role. Industry: Engineering Services. Sector: 54.