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Serko is a cutting-edge tech platform in global business travel &amp; expense technology. When you join Serko, you become part of a team of passionate travellers and technologists bringing people together, using the world’s leading business travel marketplace. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we embrace the richness of diversity, showing up authentically to create a positive impact. There's an exciting road ahead of us, where travel needs real, impactful change.With offices in New Zealand, Australia, North America, and China, we are thrilled to be expanding our global footprint, landing our new hub in Bengaluru, India. With a rapid growth plan in place, we’re hiring people from different backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives to help us build a world-class team and product. We are looking for a Principal Engineer to serve as the technical expert for our AI Platform &amp; Operations. This isn’t just a role about maintaining infrastructure; it’s about owning the technical vision for the foundational systems that will power every AI product team across the company.

Principal Engineer - AI Platform & Operations

Principal Engineer

Senior-level ML infrastructure engineer with 12+ years experience, 4+ years at principal level; expertise in model serving, Kubernetes, cloud (AWS/GCP/Azure), MLOps tools, and large-scale LLM inference.

<div class="content-intro">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.</div>To help achieve these efforts, Stratolaunch is seeking a level II or Sr-level Flight Sciences Engineer to support the conceptual design and aerodynamic analyses of hypersonic vehicles. Candidates must have a strong foundation in aerodynamics and flight mechanics, including stability and control, aerodynamic model development, flight simulation, computation fluid dynamics (CFD), and/or relevant wind tunnel testing. Experience with aircraft design and aerodynamic/performance analyses across the speed range from subsonic to hypersonic, is highly desired.
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As a Flight Science Engineer, you will contribute to a small hypersonic advanced design team, designing current and future Stratolaunch hypersonic vehicles. Your tasking may include conceptual design trade studies, detailed design and analysis tasks, development of analytical tools to support the team, and flight test support of currently operating vehicles.
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<h1>ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES</h1>
<ul>
<li>Perform vehicle trajectory analysis and optimization on current and future vehicles</li>
<li>Contribute to development of aerodynamic databases using analytical, numerical, ground and flight test data</li>
<li>Perform analytical and numerical analyses to evaluate the aerodynamics, performance, and stability &amp; control of hypersonic vehicles</li>
<li>Develop aerodynamic models for a variety of hypersonic vehicle configurations</li>
<li>Contribute to flight performance simulations through modeling and/or aerodynamic analyses</li>
<li>Analyze wind tunnel and flight test data, as required</li>
<li>Develop advanced design tools, as required</li>
<li>Support the preparation of business proposals to the US Government and industry</li>
<li>Demonstrate honesty, responsibility, integrity, and fulfillment of commitments</li>
</ul>
<h1>QUALIFICATIONS &amp; SKILLS</h1>
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:
<ul>
<li>Knowledge of, and experience with aerodynamics, performance, stability &amp; control, and atmospheric aerospace vehicle design</li>
<li>Experience with subsonic, transonic, or supersonic theory and analyses</li>
<li>Ability to self-start, work with urgency, and on their own initiative, and prioritize tasking to fit within the business goals</li>
<li>Ability to quickly adapt to changing priorities</li>
<li>Ability to obtain a security clearance at the TS/SCI level</li>
</ul>
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Preferred Qualifications:
<ul>
<li>Experience with hypersonic aerodynamic theory and analysis</li>
<li>Experience with hypersonic vehicle development and/or test</li>
<li>Experience with supersonic vehicle development and/or test</li>
<li>Experience building aerodynamics models for complex aerospace vehicles</li>
<li>Experience with trajectory shaping and optimization</li>
<li>Proficient in lofting compound surfaces for aerospace vehicles</li>
<li>Experience with computational fluid dynamics (CFD)</li>
<li>Active TS/SCI security clearance</li>
</ul>
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Required Computer Skills:
<ul>
<li>Scripting languages (Python, Matlab, or similar)</li>
<li>MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint)</li>
</ul>
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Preferred Computer Skills:
<ul>
<li>Experience with CFD analysis tools – preferred: US3D, Fun3D, Pointwise, Link3D, StarCCM, Kestrel</li>
<li>Experience with computer-aided design (CAD) software tools</li>
<li>Experience with trajectory optimization analysis tools</li>
<li>Familiarity with configuration management systems – Jira (preferred)</li>
<li>Familiarity with revision control of software – Git (preferred)</li>
</ul>
<h1>EDUCATION &amp; EXPERIENCE</h1>
<ul>
<li>Level II ($101,079-$146,500): Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) from accredited institution and 2-5 years of engineering experience, OR equivalent combination of education and experience</li>
<li>Sr-Level ($120,500-$158,000): Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) from accredited institution and 5-10 years of engineering experience, OR equivalent combination of education and experience</li>
</ul>
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Special remarks regarding work environment, if applicable
<ul>
<li>Position on-site based in Mojave, CA.&nbsp; Consideration for remote or partial remote/on-site (hybrid) work for a well-qualified candidate.</li>
<li>Travel, as needed, to support the department.&nbsp; Travel estimated to be &lt;5%</li>
</ul><div class="content-conclusion"><a href="https://www.stratolaunch.com/careers/benefits/">Benefits</a> and our <a href="https://www.stratolaunch.com/careers/locations/">location(s)</a>:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>9/80 schedule</li>
<li>Healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs)</li>
<li>Paid Maternity and Parental Leave</li>
<li>50% company match per contributed dollar into 401(k) savings plan, up to $11,500</li>
<li>Tuition reimbursement</li>
</ul>
This position may involve the operation of company vehicles as part of assigned duties.
Mojave Air &amp; Spaceport is located just outside of Lancaster/Palmdale and is only 95 miles north of Los Angeles. &nbsp;The area offers both affordability and central access to a variety of California's best attractions and landmarks. &nbsp;
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.&nbsp;
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.
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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.&nbsp; 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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Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law&nbsp;:
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Flight Sciences Engineer 

Design and analyze aerodynamics, stability, and flight mechanics for hypersonic vehicles; develop analytical tools; perform CFD and wind tunnel work; obtain TS/SCI clearance.

<div class="content-intro">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.</div>To help achieve these efforts, Stratolaunch is seeking a Sr-, Staff-, or Principal level Propulsion or Mechanical Engineer to support design, integration, testing, operations, and maintenance of the Talon-A hypersonic aircraft rocket propulsion systems as a Deputy Lead. An ideal candidate will have both mechanical and fluid subsystem component design experience, as well as leadership experience. This Propulsion Deputy Lead position has growth potential to further technical leadership.
<h1>ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES</h1>
<ul>
<li>Contribute to the development, build, test, and operations of propulsion flight and ground hardware</li>
<li>Perform structural, fluid, and thermal analysis of mechanical components and/or assemblies</li>
<li>Develop and document test requirements, plans, procedures, and reports</li>
<li>Create component and assembly drawings for flight and ground test hardware</li>
<li>Assist mechanics in integrating all components and assemblies onto the aircraft and/or ground systems</li>
<li>Test propulsion components and/or assemblies to prepare for integrated subsystem testing</li>
<li>Develop engineering tools, as needed, to complete tasking</li>
<li>Maintain inventory tracking of critical propulsion components</li>
<li>Manage supplier relations with key vendors</li>
<li>Technical ownership of clean rooms</li>
<li>Manage engineering release schedule in conjunction with shop planning</li>
<li>Track vehicle propulsion configuration</li>
<li>Review and release drawings, work instructions, analysis reports, etc.</li>
<li>Regular and comprehensive communication to the Propulsion Lead</li>
<li>Contribute to the integration of complex aerospace systems</li>
<li>Demonstrate honesty, responsibility, integrity and fulfillment of commitments</li>
</ul>
<h1>QUALIFICATIONS &amp; SKILLS</h1>
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:
<ul>
<li>Knowledge of, and experience with, one or more of these disciplines: fluid subsystem design, mechanical design, component or assembly level mechanical or fluid testing, structural engineering, rocket testing, cryogenic fluid systems, electrical and/or instrumentation experience</li>
<li>Ability to communicate technical challenges and guidance to varied audiences to explain rationale and/or resolve concerns</li>
<li>Experience with fluid-mechanical component design and stress analysis</li>
<li>Experience with 3D CAD modeling of parts and assemblies</li>
<li>Experience with propulsion ground testing&nbsp;</li>
<li>Experience with component-level or subsystem level test planning and execution</li>
<li>Experience troubleshooting complex systems</li>
<li>Ability to work on their own initiative</li>
<li>Ability to quickly adapt to changing priorities</li>
<li>Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance</li>
</ul>
Preferred Qualifications:
<ul>
<li>Technical leadership experience</li>
<li>Personnel management experience</li>
<li>Experience creating engineering drawings and work instructions</li>
<li>Experience with liquid oxygen systems</li>
<li>Liquid rocket engine testing experience</li>
<li>Experience with component-level or subsystem level test planning and execution</li>
<li>Active TS/SCI security clearance</li>
</ul>
Required Computer Skills:
<ul>
<li>Computer Aided Design tools</li>
<li>MS Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook)</li>
</ul>
Preferred Computer Skills:
<ul>
<li>Computer Aided Design tools – Solidworks</li>
<li>Programming – Matlab or Python, Simulink/Simscape</li>
<li>Familiarity with configuring data acquisition systems – Curtiss-Wright DAS Studio (preferred)</li>
<li>Familiarity with configuration management systems – Jira (preferred)</li>
</ul>
<h1>EDUCATION &amp; EXPERIENCE</h1>
<ul>
<li>Sr-level ($120,500-$158,000): Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) from accredited institution and 5-10 years of engineering experience, OR equivalent combination of education and experience</li>
<li>Staff-level ($157,000-$206,000): Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) from accredited institution and 10-20 years of engineering experience, OR equivalent combination of education and experience</li>
<li>Principal-level ($181,000-$237,000): Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) from accredited institution and 20+ years of engineering experience, OR equivalent combination of education and experience</li>
</ul>
Special remarks regarding work environment, if applicable
<ul>
<li>Position based in Mojave, CA</li>
<li>Travel, as needed, to support the department; travel estimated to be &lt;5%</li>
<li>
#LI-AM1
</li>
</ul><div class="content-conclusion"><a href="https://www.stratolaunch.com/careers/benefits/">Benefits</a> and our <a href="https://www.stratolaunch.com/careers/locations/">location(s)</a>:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>9/80 schedule</li>
<li>Healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs)</li>
<li>Paid Maternity and Parental Leave</li>
<li>50% company match per contributed dollar into 401(k) savings plan, up to $11,500</li>
<li>Tuition reimbursement</li>
</ul>
This position may involve the operation of company vehicles as part of assigned duties.
Mojave Air &amp; 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.&nbsp;
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.&nbsp;
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.
&nbsp;
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.&nbsp; For purposes of transparency, U.S. Citizenship may be required for some positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
&nbsp;
Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law&nbsp;:
<a href="https://usg02.safelinks.protection.office365.us/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.dol.gov%2Fofccp%2Fregs%2Fcompliance%2Fposters%2Fpdf%2Feeopost.pdf&amp;data=05%7C02%7CJustin.Bunkis%40stratolaunch.com%7Cc995cc1cb2d54cb9e84f08dd8369f5d0%7C6b1ba37e5a954845af92bbebaa34f2bf%7C0%7C0%7C638811213293596097%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=HA1xZ73OqtOavsYHMEB53oSEKk%2FQdrb0FNLHeuEPqjg%3D&amp;reserved=0">https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf</a></div>

Lead Propulsion Engineer

Propulsion Engineer

Lead propulsion design, analysis, testing, and integration; strong mechanical/ fluid skills; security clearance eligibility.

<div class="content-intro">SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of&nbsp;enabling human life on Mars.</div>SR. ASIC DESIGN ENGINEER (STARSHIELD)
Starshield leverages SpaceX’s Starlink technology and launch capability to support national security efforts. While Starlink is designed for consumer and commercial use, Starshield is designed for government use, with an initial focus on earth observation, communications, and hosted payloads. As an ASIC Design Engineer on the Starshield team, you will be working on advanced development programs in support of U.S. National Security.&nbsp;In this role, you will be developing cutting-edge next-generation FPGAs and ASICs for deployment in space and ground infrastructures around the globe. You will work in a highly collaborative and fast-paced environment, where we are exploring unsolved problems and applying the SpaceX mindset of iterating rapidly to go from design and demo to operational capability at lightning pace.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
<ul>
<li>Design digital ASICs and/or FPGAs for Starshield projects.</li>
<li>Evaluate architectural trade-offs based on features, performance requirements and system limitations. Derive specifications for the subsystems and circuits, and work with modem/DSP and RFIC engineers to partition functions between hardware and software domains.</li>
<li>Define micro-architecture, implement the RTL in Verilog/System Verilog, integrate that in top level and deliver the fully verified, synthesis/timing clean design.</li>
<li>Work closely with verification team to ensure all aspects of the design are covered and verified.</li>
<li>Provide timing constraints for those IPs and support the physical implementation team (synthesis, timing closure, formality check).</li>
<li>Participate in silicon bring-up and validation.&nbsp;Assist in the development of automated test lab equipment for lab measurements.</li>
</ul>
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
<ul>
<li>Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or computer science.</li>
<li>5+ years of experience in RTL implementation and/or FPGA/ASIC development.</li>
</ul>
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
<ul>
<li>Experience solving problems including clock domain crossings and power optimization.</li>
<li>Experience developing complex ASICs.</li>
<li>Experience with multicore CPU subsystem design.</li>
<li>Experience with standard bus protocols (e.g. AXI, AHB, etc.).</li>
<li>Experience with embedded processors.</li>
<li>Experience with high speed and low power design techniques.</li>
<li>Scripting skills (Python, TCL etc.).</li>
<li>Experience with EDA tools such as HDL simulators (e.g. VCS, Questa, IES), HDL Lint tools (e.g. Spyglass) and FPGA tools (e.g. Xilinx Vivado, Altera Quartus II).</li>
<li>Ability to work in a dynamic environment with changing needs and requirements.</li>
<li>Team-player, can-do attitude and ability to work well in a group environment while still contributing on an individual basis.</li>
<li>Enjoy being challenged and learning new skills.</li>
</ul>
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: 
<ul>
<li>Ability to work long hours and weekends as necessary to support critical milestones.</li>
<li>Willingness to travel for off-site testing.</li>
<li>An active TS-SCI clearance may provide the opportunity for you to work on sensitive SpaceX missions; if so, you will be subject to pre-employment drug and random drug and alcohol testing.</li>
</ul>
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; Pay range: &nbsp; &nbsp; Sr. ASIC Design Engineer: $160,000.00 - $225,000.00/per year &nbsp; &nbsp;
Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. Those with an active clearance will receive a 10% differential, up to an additional $15,000 annually, once officially briefed into a classified program.
Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.<div class="content-conclusion">ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
<ul>
<li>To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR <a href="https://www.pmddtc.state.gov/?id=ddtc_kb_article_page&amp;sys_id=24d528fddbfc930044f9ff621f961987">here</a>. &nbsp;</li>
</ul>
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:EEOCompliance@spacex.com">EEOCompliance@spacex.com</a>.&nbsp;</div>

Sr. ASIC Design Engineer (Starshield) 

Sr. ASIC Design Engineer

Bachelor’s degree in electrical or computer engineering or computer science; 5+ years RTL/FPGA/ASIC experience.

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