Stoke Space
Test Infrastructure Engineer
Kent, Washington · Contract
Work authorization required$129k-$194kDetected 79 days ago
CadenceAerospace Engineering
About the role
- If you want to work alongside some of the most dedicated and talented people on Earth, we'd love to have you join us.
- You will work with hardware and software, mechanical systems, fluid systems and electrical systems.
- Size and select valves, regulators, load cells and actuators. - Integrate and operate critical test instrumentation.
Responsibilities
- Own the environmental test lab: procure, setup, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot vibration tables, thermal chambers, and thermal vacuum chambers.
- Design and procure test fixturing, manage sound solutions, train operators, and drive continuous process improvements.
- Build, operate, and troubleshoot complex fluid systems for test applications. Size and select valves, regulators, load cells and actuators.
- Design hardware systems in CAD.
- Write test procedures and perform hazard and test data analysis.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering, or similar.
- Deep experience testing and operating complex fluid systems.
- Proven hands-on experience selecting, configuring, and troubleshooting test instrumentation (thermocouples, strain gauges, load cells, pressure transducers and accelerometers).
- You must be ready to stay focused, move fast, self-direct, and learn on the fly.
- 8+ years experience in a design and test environment.
- Exceptional command of engineering fundamentals.
- Deep experience testing and operating complex fluid systems. Strong background in component selection for test stands (pumps, valves, seals).
- Passion for building something with high quality, a positive and humble attitude, and a willingness to take ownership of large and small tasks.
- Excellent written and verbal communication.
- Willing to work onsite in Kent, WA.
Nice to have
- Experience working in a fast paced startup environment.
- Direct experience in the space or aerospace industry.
- Experience writing and operating test procedures.
- Experience with hydraulic systems.
- The Physical Stuff
- This is a hands-on role.
Compensation
- Target Levels:
- Level 3 Range: $129,150 - $193,620
- Level 4 Range: $151,305 - $252,105
- Our job posts are intentionally written to attract a wide variety of experience levels, and we make decisions about the right fit on a per-candidate basis.
- Your actual level and base salary will be decided based on your specific experience and skill level.
- ITAR Requirements
Benefits
- Equity - We know that our employees are the reason we succeed.
- To give everyone a stake in our future, we are pleased to offer equity in the form of stock options to all regular, full-time employees.
- Comprehensive benefits program including subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Company-paid life and disability insurance
- 4 weeks' Paid Time Off
- Paid Family/Parental Leave
- On-site gym or monthly wellness stipend (depending on location)
Equal opportunity
- The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including with respect to disability and veteran status. It is committed to compliance with all equal opportunity laws, including the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) and Title VII. It does not discriminate on the basis of nationality, race, citizenship, immigration status, or any other protected class when it comes to employment practices, including hiring.
- Employment at the Company is contingent upon satisfactory completion of reference and background checks, and on your ability to prove your identity and authorization to work in the U.S. for the Company. Employees must comply with the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services employment verification requirements, and, therefore, they must complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9 at the start of employment and re-verify authorization to work periodically.
- Separate from this I-9 process, this position entails access to certain technology and technical data that is restricted under U.S. export control laws and regulations. Employment or continued employment may be conditioned on your legal authorization to work with or have access to export control materials as necessary to perform your job.
- Candidate Rights & Accommodations
Visa & Work Authorization
- citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U
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