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 high-impact, team-oriented leader to manage the Mechanical Design Section. In this role, you will report directly to the Engineering Department Manager at Stratolaunch, working as a trusted team member along with all other Section Managers, as we grow the Engineering team and its capabilities to support the business.

You will manage and develop the engineering talent responsible for form, fit and function of ground and flight mechanical systems at Stratolaunch. An ideal candidate will have demonstrated leadership capability, relevant technical expertise, experience managing technical teams and a passion for people.

RESPONSIBILITIES

g. ) Partner with programs and Department Manager to meet tactical staffing needs and resolve resource conflicts Support Department Manager in developing and executing strategic staffing initiatives Support proposal efforts as required NOTE: The Section Manager role is not fully indirect. Employees in this role must be able to balance overhead management effort with tasking that is chargeable to programs or other support functions.

QUALIFICATIONS

SKILLS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily.

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

: Outstanding communication, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills Demonstrated success as an individual technical contributor and/or technical team leader Experience recruiting and hiring technical employees Demonstrated success applying analytical and critical thinking skills to solve multi-disciplinary, open-ended problems Ability to work independently in a dynamic environment to achieve business goals Technical expertise in at least one engineering domain of relevance to the Section US Citizen with the ability to obtain a DOD security clearance Required Computer Skills: MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Preferred Qualifications

g. aerospace development programs) Active DOD security clearance EDUCATION EXPERIENCE Manager ($157K-$206K): Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree (preferred) in related discipline from an accredited institution and 10+ years relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience Sr.

Mechanical Design Engineering Manager