Stoke Space

Stoke Space

Avionics - Stage Integration & Test Engineer

Kent, Washington · Contract

Work authorization required$123k-$184kDetected 11 hours ago
PythonRustCI/CDCadenceAvionicsElectrical EngineeringLabVIEWResearchCommunication

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.
  • The avionics system is the backbone of highly reusable, operable, and reliable space systems.
  • As the Avionics - Stage Integration and Test Engineer at an early-stage start-up, you will be responsible for the architecture, integration, test, and launch of avionics flight hardware on the launch vehicle.

Responsibilities

  • Own integrated avionics systems all the way from design, development, manufacturing, test, and flight
  • Develop system and harness schematics, equipment lists, integration and test plans for the complete stage and engine avionics system in partnership with peer teams (component owners, software, fluids, structures, etc.)
  • Facilitate/utilize hardware-in-the-loop test solutions to validate vehicle designs and develop continuous integration test objectives
  • Develop a thorough understanding of mechanical, electrical, and software interfaces necessary to integrate and operate the launch vehicle
  • Own system-level integration schedules - providing component and system level delivery targets, outward reporting, etc.
  • Troubleshoot electrical hardware issues on vehicle, and coordinate with component owners to drive corrective actions and design changes
  • Serve as on-console avionics support for stage-level tests, launch and recovery operations
  • 5+ years experience designing, building, or testing electrical systems/electronics (research and extracurricular academic projects qualify)
  • Experience developing electrical schematics

Requirements

  • B.S. degree in electrical engineering or equivalent on-the-job experience
  • Experience with integration, test, or operations of complex multidisciplinary systems such as launch vehicles, satellites, aircraft, or automotive
  • Familiarity with automated test sequences, and lab equipment for development testing of circuits and components
  • You must be ready to stay focused, move fast, self-direct, and learn on the fly.
  • 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.

Nice to have

  • Experience with Python, Rust, LabVIEW, LabJack, UEI, National Instruments hardware, etc.
  • Exemplary verbal and written communication skills
  • Rigorous attention to detail

Compensation

  • Level 3 Range: $123,000 - $184,400
  • Level 4 Range: $151,305 - $252,105
  • Your actual level and base salary will be decided based on your specific experience and skill level.

Benefits

  • 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
  • Develop day of flight procedures and sequences for battery charging, avionics health checking, and vehicle launch and recovery
  • 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.
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Visa & Work Authorization

  • citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U

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