Rocket Engine Systems Designer

6 days ago


Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States Stoke Space Full time
Job Title: Rocket Engine Systems Designer

We are seeking a highly skilled Rocket Engine Systems Designer to join our team at Stoke Space. As a key member of our propulsion team, you will be responsible for designing and developing our next-generation rocket engine systems.

Responsibilities:
  • Design and develop rocket engine systems, including turbomachinery, combustion, thrust chamber, avionics, pneumatics, TVC, and valves.
  • Develop and maintain robust vehicle interfaces and engine-vehicle installation approaches.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of engine systems with the rest of the rocket.
  • Develop and execute the engine build plan, procuring and managing ancillary hardware for engine builds.
  • Track risks and execute appropriate mitigation plans.
Requirements:
  • Extensive experience with CAD tools and configuration management (Siemens NX and Teamcenter preferred).
  • Experience managing large CAD assemblies and associated drawings.
  • Fundamentals in GD&T, tolerance stackups, and material selections especially for oxygen compatibility.
  • Fundamentals in heat transfer, fluid mechanics, compressible flow, and cryogenics.
  • Experience with detailed mechanical design including machined parts, additive parts, weldments, fasteners, seals, and especially assemblies.
  • Proficiency with mentoring and training designers.
  • Knowledge of systems engineering fundamentals, and ability to apply that knowledge in practical ways to a fast-paced development program.
  • Hands on experience performing fabrication, assembly, and/or testing.
  • 5+ years of experience in design, build, and testing of rocket engine systems.
  • Ability to lead and follow.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication.
  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering, or similar.
What We Offer:
  • Medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance.
  • 401(k) match.
  • Paid time off.
  • Flexible scheduling.
  • Equity.
  • Target Levels: Level 3 Range: $123,000 - $184,400, Level 4 Range: $144,100 - $240,100.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates. Employment at Stoke Space 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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