Stratolaunch · 17 hours ago
Aircraft Maintenance Controller (Flight Test & Operations)
Mojave, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$83K/yr - $109K/yr
5+ years expStratolaunch is a technology accelerator that engineers operationally realistic testing at Mach 5+. The Aircraft Maintenance Controller (Flight Test & Operations) serves as the central point of coordination for all maintenance activities supporting flight test programs, ensuring aircraft are maintained in a safe, airworthy, and mission-ready condition.
AerospaceInnovation ManagementManufacturing
Responsibilities
Monitor and track the status of aircraft assigned to Maintenance / Operations department
Provide real-time Updates on aircraft status and tasking to programs and management
Coordinate rapid maintenance actions to support high-tempo test schedules, including quick-turn inspections and configuration changes
Ensure all maintenance performed is documented and aligned with engineering test requirements and regulatory guidance
Assist in planning of ground test, taxi test, and flight test events by ensuring aircraft readiness through support of Crew chiefs / Ground operations leads / Engineering
Coordinate both planned and unscheduled maintenance around evolving test schedules
Develop and manage short- and mid-range maintenance forecasts to align with program milestones
Balance resources across multiple test aircraft and facilities to minimize downtime and maximize availability
Plan and coordinate Parts ordering and delivery, tooling, and outside vendors
Serve as the central communication link between engineers, pilots, maintenance crews, and operations
Provide timely updates to leadership on aircraft readiness, discrepancies, and recovery actions
Coordinate with engineering for resolution of discrepancies, modifications, or test-specific requirements
Work closely with supply chain/logistics to ensure parts availability for mission-critical repairs
Ensure compliance with FAA experimental regulations, company policies, and engineering requirements
Maintain accurate and timely records of maintenance actions and configuration changes in the tracking system
Assist in documentation of conformity inspections and configuration control for flight test instrumentation
Support audits, conformity checks, and engineering review boards as required
Promote strict adherence to safety, FOD, and tool control practices during flight test operations
Participate in incident/accident investigations and contribute to root cause analysis for corrective actions
Support continuous improvement of maintenance processes tailored to the unique demands of test programs
Integrate New maintenance / repair / and overhaul (MRO) software across all aircraft as they are delivered
Qualification
Required
Minimum [5+] years of experience in aircraft maintenance, preferably with flight test or experimental programs
Strong knowledge of aircraft industry standard Maintenance scheduling practices
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, test requirements, and experimental work instructions
Excellent troubleshooting and decision-making skills under dynamic, high-pressure conditions
Proficiency in maintenance tracking systems
Experience in staffing assignments and deconfliction of competing priorities
Proficiency with Microsoft project, Visio, and all other common Microsoft 365 / Microsoft office applications
Team player with exceptional interpersonal skills
Self motivated to accomplish tasking with a high degree of accuracy
This role required utmost organizational skills to maintain a standardized daily product
Preferred
FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certificate
A&P license
IA
Flight line or flight test experience
Aviation field dealing with aspects of this positions responsibilities
Benefits
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
Company
Stratolaunch
Stratolaunch designs, manufactures, and launches aerospace vehicles and technologies to fulfill several important national needs, including the need for reliable, routine access to space and the need to significantly advance the nation’s ability to design and operate hypersonic vehicles.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$24.7MKey Investors
Missile Defense Agency (MDA)
2025-01-09Grant· $24.7M
Leadership Team
Zachary Krevor
Chief Executive Officer and President
Recent News
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