Payload Engineer

Stratolaunch, LLC

Full-time other-general
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Location
Mojave, CA, United States
Posted
July 08, 2026

Job Description

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 II or Sr-level Mechanical or Structural Engineer to lead the design, build, and integration of experimental customer payloads on the Talon-A hypersonic vehicles. This position involves working with a multi-disciplinary engineering team, program management, and customers. While this role is primarily mechanical integration focused, an ideal candidate will also have experience with system integration and avionics packaging.

**ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES**


+ Work across many teams and ...