<div>At Stoke, we believe that a thriving space economy leads to a vibrant, sustainable, and equitable future here on Earth. That is why we are building our fully and rapidly reusable vehicle, Nova. It is designed to fly daily and solve the core challenges of space transportation – it reduces cost, increases availability, and enhances reliability. By radically lowering the cost and increasing the cadence of launch, we’re able to create a truly scalable space industry.Our team is mission-driven, collaborative, and empowered with ownership of their work. If you want to work with some of the most dedicated and talented people on Earth, come join us.</div>DescriptionReusable systems are the key to seamlessly connecting Earth and space. A key ingredient to making reusable systems is the ability to test hardware quickly. As a Test Engineer at our Moses Lake Test Site, you will be responsible for collaborating with other engineers and technicians to design and build test stands rapidly, as well as operate and maintain them efficiently once they are up and running. You will work with hardware and software, mechanical systems and electrical systems. You will test rocket components, engines, and full stage vehicles. You must be ready to stay focused, move fast, self-direct, and learn on the fly.Responsibilities<ul><li>Designing and building fluid, mechanical, instrumentation, and control systems for various test applications</li><li>Operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting fluid, mechanical, instrumentation, and control systems for various test applications</li><li>Managing project schedules</li><li>Writing test procedures</li><li>Performing hazard analysis</li><li>Performing test data analysis</li><li>Safely operate high pressure and cryogenic systems</li><li>As part of a small team, you will also perform everyday tasks to keep the site running (shipping and receiving, administrative tasks, etc.)</li></ul>Qualifications <ul><li>Exceptional command of fundamentals</li><li>Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering, or similar</li><li>Related experience from internships of college organizations</li><li>Experience creating P&amp;IDs</li><li>Experience with integrating and troubleshooting mechanical and electronic systems</li><li>Experience with high pressure or hazardous environments</li><li>Willing to work outdoors for long periods of time</li><li>Must be comfortable navigating a large, spread-out test site via personal vehicle or on foot.</li><li>Able to stoop, bend, crawl, and lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted</li><li>Passion for building something with high quality, willing to attend work with a positive and humble attitude, and willing to take ownership of large and small tasks to help the team be successful</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications<ul><li>Experience designing fluid systems from scratch</li><li>Experience writing and operating test procedures</li></ul>Benefits<ul><li>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. </li><li>Comprehensive benefits program including subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance </li><li>Company-paid life and disability insurance </li><li>401(k) plan with employer match </li><li>4 weeks’ Paid Time Off  </li><li>Holidays – 10 days (including an end-of-year closure) </li><li>Paid Family/Parental Leave  </li><li>On-site gym or monthly wellness stipend (depending on location) </li><li>Dog friendly offices! </li></ul>CompensationTarget Levels:<ul><li>Level 1 Range: $91,000 - $114,900</li><li>Level 2 Range: $104,500 - $141,400</li><li>Level 3 Range: $123,000 - $184,400</li></ul>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. <div>ITAR RequirementsTo 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.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.E-VerifyStoke Space uses E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires.</div>

We&rsquo;ve reached a critical point in our history. Stoke is asking the tough question: How do we grow as a civilization without destroying our home? We believe a perspective from space will give us the information we need to achieve both. Space technology and satellite data help us understand the changing world around us. We are opening up access to and from orbit with our rockets designed to fly daily.

Test Engineer

<div>At Stoke, we believe that a thriving space economy leads to a vibrant, sustainable, and equitable future here on Earth. That is why we are building our fully and rapidly reusable vehicle, Nova. It is designed to fly daily and solve the core challenges of space transportation – it reduces cost, increases availability, and enhances reliability. By radically lowering the cost and increasing the cadence of launch, we’re able to create a truly scalable space industry.Our team is mission-driven, collaborative, and empowered with ownership of their work. If you want to work with some of the most dedicated and talented people on Earth, come join us.</div>DescriptionReusable systems are the key to seamlessly connecting Earth and space. A key ingredient to making reusable systems is the ability to test hardware quickly. As a Test Engineer at our Moses Lake Test Site, you will be responsible for collaborating with other engineers and technicians to design and build test stands rapidly, as well as operate and maintain them efficiently once they are up and running. You will work with hardware and software, mechanical systems and electrical systems. You will test rocket components, engines, and full stage vehicles. You must be ready to stay focused, move fast, self-direct, and learn on the fly.Responsibilities<ul><li>Designing and building fluid, mechanical, instrumentation, and control systems for various test applications</li><li>Operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting fluid, mechanical, instrumentation, and control systems for various test applications</li><li>Managing project schedules</li><li>Writing test procedures</li><li>Performing hazard analysis</li><li>Performing test data analysis</li><li>Safely operate high pressure and cryogenic systems</li><li>As part of a small team, you will also perform everyday tasks to keep the site running (shipping and receiving, administrative tasks, etc.)</li></ul>Qualifications&nbsp;<ul><li>Exceptional command of fundamentals</li><li>Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering, or similar</li><li>Related experience from internships of college organizations</li><li>Experience creating P&amp;IDs</li><li>Experience with integrating and troubleshooting mechanical and electronic systems</li><li>Experience with high pressure or hazardous environments</li><li>Willing to work outdoors for long periods of time</li><li>Must be comfortable navigating a large, spread-out test site via personal vehicle or on foot.</li><li>Able to stoop, bend, crawl, and lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted</li><li>Passion for building something with high quality, willing to attend work with a positive and humble attitude, and willing to take ownership of large and small tasks to help the team be successful</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications<ul><li>Experience designing fluid systems from scratch</li><li>Experience writing and operating test procedures</li></ul>Benefits<ul><li>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.&nbsp;</li><li>Comprehensive benefits program including subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance&nbsp;</li><li>Company-paid life and disability insurance&nbsp;</li><li>401(k) plan with employer match&nbsp;</li><li>4 weeks’ Paid Time Off &nbsp;</li><li>Holidays – 10 days (including an end-of-year closure)&nbsp;</li><li>Paid Family/Parental Leave &nbsp;</li><li>On-site gym or monthly wellness stipend (depending on location)&nbsp;</li><li>Dog friendly offices!&nbsp;</li></ul>CompensationTarget Levels:<ul><li>Level 1 Range: $91,000 - $114,900</li><li>Level 2 Range: $104,500 - $141,400</li><li>Level 3 Range: $123,000 - $184,400</li></ul>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.&nbsp;Your actual level and base salary will be decided based on your specific experience and skill level.&nbsp;<div>ITAR RequirementsTo 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.Equal Opportunity&nbsp;The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including with respect to disability and veteran status.&nbsp; It is committed to compliance with all equal opportunity laws, including the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) and Title VII.&nbsp;&nbsp; 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.&nbsp;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.&nbsp; 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.&nbsp; 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.E-VerifyStoke Space uses E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires.</div>

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