Avionics Electrical Drafter
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Salary$34 – $61/hr
LocationStratolaunch HQ, Mojave, California, United States
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
Experience2+ yrs
DepartmentEngineering
Company size501–1,000 people
PostedNov 4, 2026 · 2d ago
Verified live1h ago
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Knowledge of and experience working with one or more of these disciplines: electrical engineering, avionics, experimental aircraft and/or launch vehicle integration
Experience with Aerospace production documentation (drawings and work orders)
Experience with PDM systems, Engineering control and revision control release processes
Familiarity with common aerospace hardware such as connectors, relays, and wire types
Facilitation skills and ability to communicate technical challenges and guidance to varied audiences to gain support or resolve concerns
Ability to work on your own initiative and prioritize tasking to fit within the business goals
Complex aerospace system development
Ability to quickly adapt to changing priorities
Siemens Capital/Mentor Graphics
Familiar with concept and applications following Drafting Standards per ASME Y14
Familiarity with 3D CAD
MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Bachelor's degree or higher from accredited institution and 2-4 years of engineering experience (Level I), 4-6 years (Level II), or 6+ years (Level III), OR equivalent combination of education and experience
Security clearance
Experience integrating launch vehicle or aircraft electrical power systems
Direct hands-on experience with aircraft electrical system installation and best practices
Experience as a CAD parts librarian (Preferred: Mentor Graphics)
3D CAD modeling experience – NX, CATIA, or Solidworks
Familiarity with configuration management systems – Jira (preferred)
Familiar with concept and applications following GD&T per ASME Y14.5
Skills
Siemens Capital
Mentor Graphics
MS Office
3D CAD
NX
CATIA
Solidworks
Jira
PDM systems
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Prescription drugs
Paid maternity leave
Paid parental leave
401(k)
Tuition reimbursement
About the company
Stratolaunch accelerates the development of next-generation aerospace and defense technologies through reusable hypersonic flight testing. Our autonomous, air-launched Talon-A vehicles provide access to operationally realistic flight environments at speeds exceeding Mach 5, delivering critical data that helps customers validate system performance and advance technologies toward deployment. Our team brings together expertise in engineering, manufacturing, and flight operations to solve complex challenges and advance capabilities essential to national security.
About the role
To help achieve these efforts, Stratolaunch is seeking an Electrical, Avionics Drafter level I, II, or Sr to support design, integration, testing, and maintenance of one of our carrier or hypersonic vehicles electrical and avionics systems; as an Electrical, Avionics Drafter you will be responsible for the following:
Responsibilities
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Develop engineering documentation including Wiring Diagrams, and Harness drawings following industry drafting standards (ASME.Y14)
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Develop and maintain system and sub-system drawing packages
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Plans, layouts, draws, and revises detailed part, assembly, and installation engineering drawings from basic layouts referencing Stratolaunch and Aerospace Industry Standards (drawing note call outs)
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Understanding of how Electrical and Mechanical components interact in larger systems (details, sub-assemblies, main assemblies, Next Higher Assemblies)
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Incorporate redlines from the engineering design team and hanging redlines from completed manufacturing work
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Utilizes computer-aided design equipment and/or graphic tools such as, CAD, NX, CATIA, Mentor Graphics
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Develop process improvement documentation to establish to define engineering drafting current practices
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Ability to understand a broad range of technical data, interact with different disciplines involved in the design, purchasing, manufacturing, integration, and testing of our vehicle(s).
Requirements
Candidates must have an aerospace development background and relevant experience in aerospace systems integration.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
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Create Engineering documentation to facilitate design efforts for Avionics subsystems
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Reference 3D CAD models and integrate into 2D environments.
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Support Avionics design effort, as required
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Regular and comprehensive communication to leadership
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Contribute to the integration of complex aerospace systems
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Travel, as needed, to support the department
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Demonstrate honesty, responsibility, integrity and fulfillment of commitments
QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily. The 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:
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Knowledge of, and experience working with, one or more of these disciplines: electrical engineering, avionics, experimental aircraft and/or launch vehicle integration
•
Experience with Aerospace production documentation (drawings and work orders)
•
Experience with PDM systems, Engineering control and revision control release processes
•
Familiarity with common aerospace hardware such as connectors, relays, and wire types
•
Facilitation skills and ability to communicate technical challenges and guidance to varied audiences to gain support or resolve concerns
•
Ability to work on your own initiative and prioritize tasking to fit within the business goals
•
Complex aerospace system development
•
Ability to quickly adapt to changing priorities
Preferred Qualifications:
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Security clearance
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Experience integrating launch vehicle or aircraft electrical power systems
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Direct hands-on experience with aircraft electrical system installation and best practices
Required Skills:
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Siemens Capital/Mentor Graphics
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Familiar with concept and applications following Drafting Standards per ASME Y14
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Familiarity with 3D CAD
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MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
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Experience as a CAD parts librarian (Preferred: Mentor Graphics)
Preferred Skills:
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3D CAD modeling experience – NX, CATIA, or Solidworks
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Familiarity with configuration management systems – Jira (preferred)
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Familiar with concept and applications following GD&T per ASME Y14.5
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
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Level I ($33.65 - $37.87): Bachelor’s degree or higher from accredited institution and 2-4 years of engineering experience, OR equivalent combination of education and experience
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Level II ($38.46 - $43.20): Bachelor’s degree or higher from accredited institution and 4-6 years of engineering experience, OR equivalent combination of education and experience
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Level III ($43.27 - $61.30): Bachelor’s degree or higher from accredited institution and 6+ years of engineering experience, OR equivalent combination of education and experience
Special remarks regarding work environment, if applicable
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Position on-site based in Mojave, CA
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Travel, as needed, to support the department. Travel estimated to be <5%
**Base salary and leveling are established on a case-by-case basis. We consider several factors to ensure a competitive offer, including your location, educational background, and a comprehensive assessment of the skills and experience demonstrated during your interviews.
Benefits
Benefits and our location(s)****:**
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Healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs)
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Paid Maternity and Parental Leave
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50% company match per contributed dollar into 401(k) savings plan, up to $11,500
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Tuition reimbursement
This position may involve the operation of company vehicles as part of assigned duties.
Mojave Air & Spaceport is located just outside of Lancaster/Palmdale and is only 95 miles north of Los Angeles. The area offers both affordability and central access to a variety of California’s best attractions and landmarks.
Not much for the outdoors and prefer the city life? You’re within a half day’s drive or less of Los Angeles, San Diego, Las Vegas, and San Francisco where you can find a variety of live entertainment, museums, tours, and historical sight-seeing. Theme parks are in abundance, with Six Flags Magic Mountain, Disneyland, and Knotts Berry Farm ready to meet the needs of rollercoaster thrill seekers.
Food and drink fanatics are in a haven of delectable choices. Wine aficionados will also find easy access to some of the state’s best vino in Paso Robles, Santa Ynez, and 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 fresh Mexican food that you won’t find anywhere else in the United States.
Legal
Stratolaunch is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at our company. We encourage people from all walks of life to apply, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Our management team does not tolerate discrimination or harassment at any point during our employees’ and applicants’ time with us, especially with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, and general treatment during employment. For purposes of transparency, U.S. Citizenship may be required for some positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law :
https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf