Stoke Space

Test Ops Lead - Nova Stage 1 & 2

Moses Lake, Washington · Contract

Work authorization required$129k-$194kDetected 27 days ago

Data AnalysisPerformance ManagementCadenceAerospace EngineeringControlsLeadershipCommunicationMentoring

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.
Reusable systems are the key to seamlessly connecting Earth and space.
A key ingredient to making reusable systems is the ability to test hardware quickly.

Managing and/or personally executing the design and build of fluid, mechanical, instrumentation, and control systems for various test applications

Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering, or similar
5+ years experience with rocket test operations, including on-console engineering support
Experience designing fluid systems such as: P&ID creation, line sizing and component specification, hazard analysis, CAD modeling
Experience writing and operating test procedures
Experience writing and running automation for ground and vehicle systems
Experience with high pressure or hazardous environments
Experience with real-time and post-test data analysis
Detailed knowledge of and experience troubleshooting mechanical fluid components such as: cryogenic and high pressure valves, pressure regulators, pumps, relief valves
Detailed knowledge of and experience troubleshooting instrumentation such as: pressure transducers, thermocouples, RTDs, silicon diodes, flow meters, high-speed pressure sensors, accelerometers

Level 3: $129,150 - $193,620
Level 4: $151,305 - $252,105
ITAR Requirements
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Equity - 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)

As part of a small team, you will also perform everyday tasks to keep the site running (shipping and receiving, administrative tasks, etc.)

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

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