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Data Engineer

Stratolaunch
Full Time
Mojave, CAPosted 8 days ago

Role Overview

Stratolaunch is hiring a Data Engineer. This is a full-time role in Mojave. Part of Stratolaunch's Qa hiring, posted last week. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

Salary Context

Salary is not disclosed in this posting. Market median for Qa roles is $100k-$145k (based on 500 comparable listings). Many employers share specifics during the interview process or after an initial screen.

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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.

The Data Engineer contributes to the overall data architecture and strategy across the company for our vehicle design, manufacture, flight test, and business teams. The Enterprise Software Team integrates a mix of COTS and custom tools to provide the right data to the right user at the right time. The data engineer will use standard software development and ETL tools to move, store, and display data. Stratolaunch maintains a suite of tools and processes, both deterministic and ML-based, for vehicle design and operation that could be included in the responsibilities of this position depending on the chosen candidates’ interest and experience.

 

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Design and implementation of data pipelines.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert for data system architecture development and support.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to downselect data technologies.
  • Moving production and test data through various data systems for consumption.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

 

Required

  • Ability to construct highly available systems.
  • Experience with one or more programming languages, e.g. Python, Rust, C, MATLAB.
  • Administration of relational and non-relational databases, e.g. PostgreSQL, MongoDB.
  • Containerization, orchestration, and deployment, e.g. Docker, Dagster.
  • Comfort in CLI tools and shell scripting, i.e. bash, batch.
  • Knowledge of DevSecOps & CI/CD systems, e.g. Jenkins, Gitlab, Bamboo.

 

Preferred

  • Aerospace experience
  • Familiarity with tools and workflows associated with data visualization & analytics.
  • ML Ops - hosting & maintaining LLM & RAG systems.
  • Machine learning training and inference pipelines.
  • Familiarity with developer cloud services on Azure and/or AWS.

 

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

 

  • Level I ($83,000-$120,500): Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) from accredited institution and 0-5 years of engineering experience, OR equivalent combination of education and experience

 

Special remarks regarding work environment, if applicable

  • This position is located in Mojave, CA
  • No travel required

    #LIOnsite

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 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 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.

 

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Where is the Data Engineer position at Stratolaunch located?

This position is based in Mojave. Stratolaunch has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.

What does a Data Engineer at Stratolaunch earn?

Stratolaunch has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.

When was the Data Engineer role at Stratolaunch posted?

This role was posted on July 14, 2026 (8 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.

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