Principal Solutions Architect

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 Principal Solution Architect to help define and mature the technical architectures that enable our hypersonic flight test and research missions. As Stratolaunch continues expanding its portfolio of flight vehicles, payload integrations, and test services for government and commercial customers, this role will serve as a key bridge between customer mission needs and Stratolaunch’s engineering capabilities. The Senior Solution Architect will lead system architecture development efforts, ensuring new solutions are technically sound, operationally feasible, and aligned with long-term program objectives. This position is essential to advancing Stratolaunch’s mission of providing reliable, repeatable access to the hypersonic environment in support of national security and technology innovation.

Essential Responsibilities

• Lead architecture definition for hypersonic flight test missions and ground infrastructure.
• Translate mission requirements into system concepts, architecture views, and interface specifications.
• Evaluate emerging technologies for integration into future Stratolaunch programs.
• Support proposals and customer engagements by shaping technical solutions and system architectures.
• Ensure system designs are compatible with hypersonic mission objectives, safety, and regulatory constraints.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to mature architectures through design, integration, test, and flight.
• Serve as technical liaison with government and industry partners to align architectures with test objectives.

Qualifications

• Expertise in MBSE tools (Cameo, Rhapsody, SysML), system modeling, or DoDAF frameworks.
• Experience architecting systems supporting flight test, range operations, or rapid prototype development.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate complex technical ideas to diverse stakeholders.
• Active Secret clearance or ability to obtain one.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical discipline; advanced degree preferred.

Education & Experience

• Principal Level ($175,500-$230,300): Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) from accredited institution and 20+ years of relevant experience, OR equivalent combination of education and experience

Special remarks regarding work environment, if applicable

• This position is located in the Washington D.C. metro area, with consideration for hybrid or remote work arrangements
• Travel required to Huntsville, AL., Mojave Spaceport, Dayton, OH and other domestic locations

Benefits And Our Location(S):

• 9/80 schedule
• Healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs)
• Paid Maternity and Parental Leave
• 50% company match per contributed dollar into 401(k) savings plan, up to $11,500
• Tuition reimbursement

This position may involve the operation of company vehicles as part of assigned duties.

Mojave Air & Spaceport is located 95 miles north of Los Angeles. To outsiders it may seem like it is the middle-of-nowhere, but it offers both affordability and central access to a variety of California’s best attractions and landmarks. Hikers will find themselves within a 2-3 hours distance of some of the best state and national parks, including Yosemite and Sequoia in the Sierra Nevada Mountains. Skiers will delight in being closely distanced to world-class resorts at Mammoth Mountain, Mountain High, and Big Bear. Beachgoers can find plenty of sand, sun, and sunsets at both Southern and Central California beaches like Ventura, Huntington, Santa Monica, and Pismo. The area also offers plenty of rural area for off-roading and horseback riding enthusiasts. 

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.

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.

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