Similar in design to the SA-23E Aurora Starfury, the Badger employed the same four arm mounted multi-directional engine pod design that allows for a high degree of manoeuvrability, while keeping the flight crew as close to the centre, thereby minimising the effect of G-forces on the crew while performing extreme manoeuvres.

Unlike the SA-23E however, the Badger features a two person crew, seated abreast at the front of the fighter's elongated fuselage.