Aircraft Maintenance Controller (Flight Test & Operations)

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 Aircraft Maintenance Controller (Flight Test & Operations) serves as the central point of coordination for all maintenance activities supporting flight test programs and special operations. This role ensures experimental and production aircraft are maintained in a safe, airworthy, and mission-ready condition by coordinating scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, Modifications, and any other issues in real time, and maintaining close coordination with flight test crews, Program managers, and engineering teams. The controller facilitates timely execution of maintenance by supporting the organization successfully through dynamic test schedules, rapid configuration changes, and operational availability. ESSENTIAL 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 ai