Rocket Engine Lead

16 hours ago

Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States Stoke Inc Full time
Job Title: Rocket Engine Lead

Stoke Inc is seeking a highly skilled Rocket Engine Lead to join our team in Seattle, WA. As a key member of our propulsion systems team, you will be responsible for the execution of our engine program, from design through launch and sustainment.

Responsibilities:
  • Own the engine program from development through flight
  • Develop engine operation procedures and operational limits in coordination with vehicle, test stand, and launch operations teams
  • Track engine technical performance and risk throughout the design cycle, manage changes to interfaces and requirements, and mediate technical disagreements between subsystems
  • Define and manage schedule and budget for the engine program
  • Define the verification plan for the engine requirements and manage its execution
  • Participate in launch operations to make real-time engineering decisions on technical risks
  • Develop upgrade paths for improved reliability, rapid reusability, and faster production of engines
Qualifications:
  • 5+ years of experience in design, build, and/or testing of rocket engines, combustion devices, turbopumps, and valves
  • Demonstrated experience working on one or more development engine programs through part of the lifecycle, from concept through sustained operations
  • Demonstrated ability to integrate a team of technical contributors, including propulsion, mechanical, electrical, and software engineers
  • Strong knowledge of systems engineering fundamentals, and ability to apply that knowledge in practical ways to a fast-paced development program
  • Exceptional command of fundamentals, including compressible flow, thermodynamics, control systems, cryogenics, and instrumentation
  • Strong knowledge with data analysis and data processing
  • Extensive experience with CAD tools and configuration management (Siemens NX and Teamcenter preferred)
  • Proficiency with understanding and maintaining revision-controlled P&ID's
  • Proficiency with aerospace standard fasteners, seals, tubing, fittings, and commercial off the shelf hardware
  • Proficiency with instrumentation including pressure transducers, thermocouples, accelerometers, and flow meters
  • Proficiency with fluid analysis tools (Siemens AMESim, Thermal Desktop, Python, EES, REFPROP, Excel, or equivalent)
  • Experience with various welding approaches (GTAW, Laser, and EB Welds)
  • Proficiency in GD&T, tolerance stackups, and material selection
  • Hands on experience performing fabrication and assembly of components
  • Ability to lead
  • Ability to follow
  • Excellent written and verbal communication
  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering, or similar
  • Willing to relocate to Seattle, WA
Benefits:
  • Medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance
  • 401(k) match
  • Paid time off
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Equity

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.

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. 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.

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