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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.\nThe Aircraft Electrician Supervisor leads a team performing troubleshooting, fabrication, installation, inspection, repair, and maintenance of aircraft electrical systems and components. This hands-on leader translates maintenance and flight-test priorities into safe, organized daily work, develops technician capability, and holds the team accountable for workmanship, documentation, schedule performance, and professional conduct. The supervisor coordinates closely with Maintenance Planning & Maintenance Control, Engineering, Quality Assurance, and Supply Chain, to resolve discrepancies and support aircraft readiness. Direct reports include assigned aircraft electricians, and electrical leads.\nESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES\nCoordinate with Maintenance Control & Maintenance Planning to translate scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, inspections, modifications, and flight-test requirements into executable work assignments with clear priorities and completion criteria.\nPlan and assign daily work based on aircraft priorities, technician qualifications, workload, and available resources. Lead shift briefings and communicate expectations, hazards, milestones, and changes.\nProvide visible floor leadership and hands-on technical support. Verify that personnel are trained and authorized for assigned tasks and arrange appropriate supervision for developing technicians.\nCoach employees, provide timely feedback, conduct performance reviews, and address attendance, conduct, and performance concerns in coordination with management and HR.\nSupport hiring, onboarding, skills assessments, qualification tracking, cross-training, and succession development. Maintain a training plan that closes skill gaps and builds team depth.\nEncourage clear communication, respectful teamwork, accountability, and early reporting of concerns.\nReview work packages for scope, sequencing, labor estimates, technical data, tooling, material availability, and inspection requirements before work begins.\nMaintain complete shift turnovers identifying aircraft condition, open discrepancies, test status, and remaining work.\nInterpret wiring diagrams, schematics, maintenance manuals, engineering instructions, and specifications. Ensure work uses current, applicable technical data and approved processes.\nVerify workmanship for wire identification, crimping, splicing, connector assembly, shielding, separation, clamping, strain relief, and protection against chafing, heat, moisture, and contamination.\nSupport scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, applicable airworthiness directive tasks, and aircraft modifications. Coordinate electrical discrepancy resolution during ground tests and flight-test preparation.\nEnsure parts substitutions, deviations, repairs, and configuration changes receive the required technical disposition and authorization before implementation.\nPromote a culture in which personnel report hazards promptly. Stop work for unsafe conditions, unclear instructions, or suspected quality escapes; coordinate resolution before work resumes.\nEnforce electrical isolation and lockout procedures, aircraft power application controls, personal protective equipment, fall protection, and confined-space requirements applicable to the task.\nMaintain rigorous foreign object debris (FOD) prevention, tool accountability, housekeeping, calibrated equipment control, and protection of sensitive electrical and electronic components.\nEnsure complete, accurate, and timely entries in the Aircraft Maintenance Discrepancy Log (MDL), work orders, and task cards records, including traceability of installed parts.\nAnticipate requirements for parts, consumables, tooling, and test equipment; work with supporting departments to resolve shortages and prevent avoidable downtime.\nMonitor workmanship, repeat discrepancies, rework, overdue training, labor use, and schedule performance. Use these measures to improve execution without compromising safety or documentation.\nQUALIFICATIONS\n\nTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty 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.\nREQUIRED\n\nAt least 7 years of progressively responsible aircraft electrical troubleshooting, fabrication, installation, and maintenance experience.\nAt least 2 years of experience as a supervisor, team lead, or equivalent leader directing aircraft maintenance or electrical installation personnel.\nDemonstrated ability to lead a technical team, assign work, coach employees, resolve conflicts, and manage competing priorities in a changing operational environment.\nStrong working knowledge of aircraft electrical systems, wiring practices, test equipment, maintenance processes, configuration control, and controlled technical documentation.\nAbility to read and apply complex wiring diagrams, schematics, drawings, specifications, and maintenance instructions; diagnose problems and drive issues to documented resolution.\nDemonstrated commitment to personnel safety, FOD prevention, tool control, quality workmanship, and accurate maintenance records.\nClear written and verbal communication skills and proficiency with electronic maintenance records, work tracking systems, and standard office software.\nAbility to work independently, exercise sound judgment, protect sensitive information, and demonstrate honesty, responsibility, integrity, and follow-through.\nWillingness to work on site in Mojave, California, with flexible hours, overtime, alternate shifts, and weekend support as program needs require.\nPREFERRED\nFAA Airframe and Powerplant certificate, relevant technical education, military aircraft electrical training, or equivalent specialized aerospace training.\nExperience supporting flight-test programs, experimental aircraft, large aircraft, or complex aircraft modifications and electrical system integration.\nExperience coordinating with Engineering and Quality Assurance on discrepancy disposition, configuration changes, functional testing, and aircraft readiness.\nExperience with workforce planning, performance management, structured problem solving, and continuous improvement in an aerospace maintenance environment.\nEDUCATION\nHigh school diploma or equivalent required; relevant technical education, military aircraft electrical training, or equivalent specialized aerospace training preferred.\nSpecial remarks regarding work environment, if applicable\nWork is performed in hangar, shop, flight-line, and aircraft environments with exposure to noise, moving equipment, weather, and electrical hazards. Essential duties may involve standing, walking, climbing, kneeling, overhead work, accessing confined aircraft spaces, and working at heights greater than 25 feet using required protective equipment. The role requires safe use of hand tools, power tools, and test equipment and the ability to inspect wiring and identify markings and defects, with reasonable accommodation where applicable.\n4/10 Schedule\n$114,000-$138,000\nEligible for up to 10% annual bonus\nBase 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.\nBenefits and our location(s) : \nHealthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs)\nPaid Maternity and Parental Leave\n50% company match per contributed dollar into 401(k) savings plan, up to $11,500\nTuition reimbursement\nThis position may involve the operation of company vehicles as part of assigned duties.\nMojave 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. \nNot 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. \nFood 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.\nStratolaunch is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at our company. 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