Hypersonics Propulsion Technician - Field & Lab

Stratolaunch; California, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 66,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid maternity and parental leave

401(k) match up to 11500

Job summary

Stratolaunch in Mojave, CA, is seeking hands-on technicians to build and maintain propulsion systems for hypersonic flight vehicles, including LOX and cryogenic systems. You will work with engineers to assemble, test, and troubleshoot high-pressure fluid/gas systems, read P&IDs, and ensure safety-first operations on site.

This role offers a pathway to contribute to national-security related technology in a dynamic manufacturing environment with competitive pay.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency; A&P license preferred.
• Experience with high-pressure fluid/gas systems is required.
• Ability to read and interpret plumbing and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs).

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain fluid systems, including propellants, high pressure, and cryogenic systems.
• Work alongside engineers to build, test, and maintain systems.
• Troubleshoot and perform maintenance on fluid and gas systems, low and high pressure.
• Work with engineers to build and maintain rocket engines and other propulsion related items.
• Hands-on applications-oriented problem solver willing to work in the field.
• Willingness to listen with intent to understand and process inputs from team members.

Skills

High pressure systems

P&ID reading

Mechanical fabrication

System assembly

Tube fitting and bending

Blueprints/ manuals interpretation

Education

High school diploma

Airframe & Powerplant License (preferred)

Tools

Cryogenics handling

LOX handling

Job description

Stratolaunch in Mojave, CA, is seeking hands-on technicians to build and maintain propulsion systems for hypersonic flight vehicles, including LOX and cryogenic systems. You will work with engineers to assemble, test, and troubleshoot high-pressure fluid/gas systems, read P&IDs, and ensure safety-first operations on site.

This role offers a pathway to contribute to national-security related technology in a dynamic manufacturing environment with competitive pay.