A thriving economy in space is needed to make life on Earth more vibrant, sustainable, and equitable. Space technology will enable global access to information, solutions to climate change, answers to global food security, products that transform healthcare, clean energy production, and more. Today, rocket launch options are slow, expensive, and unreliable. Stoke is building the world’s most efficient fully and rapidly reusable rocket designed to fly daily that will radically increase access to space and open up the space economy to safeguard our precious home, Earth.
Description
Reusable systems are the key to seamlessly connecting Earth and space. We are seeking a full-time Test Technician to join our dynamic team. As a Test Technician at our Kent site, you will be responsible for collaborating with other engineers and technicians to test rocket components, design and build test facilities rapidly, as well as operate and maintain them efficiently once they are up and running. You will work with hardware and software, mechanical systems, fluid systems and electrical systems. You must be ready to stay focused, move fast, self-direct, and learn on the fly.
Responsibilities
- Precision assembly of test systems for aerospace hardware, directed by both written and verbal instructions
- Execute work orders for component and assembly tests; documentation of test steps
- Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot fluid, mechanical, instrumentation, and control systems for various test applications
- Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot vibration tables, thermal chambers, and thermal vacuum chambers
- Identification of discrepancies, authoring of nonconformance reports, coordination with engineering on dispositions, detailed documentation of steps
- Train personnel on the required processes and operations of complex test systems
- Ensure testing is being conducted safely at all times
- Improve efficiency of testing to increase hardware throughput
- As part of a small team, you will also perform everyday tasks to keep the site running (shipping and receiving, administrative tasks, etc.)
Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience working on mechanical, fluid, or electrical systems
- 2+ years of experience in a test focused role
- Detailed understanding of fittings, threads, inserts, seals, and other sub-component parts
- Assembly experience with Oxygen, Cryogenic, and FOD intolerant service components and systems
- Able to lift up to 40 lbs. unassisted
- Able to stand for extended periods
- Able to stoop, bend, crawl, and maneuver in tight spaces
- 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
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work second shift and weekends as needed
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with high pressure and cryogenic environments
- Experience with data acquisition and control systems
- Experience working with complex mechanical and/or electrical systems and the ability to read drawings and system schematics
- Experience operating a vibration table and thermal chambers
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance
- 401(k) match
- Paid time off
- Flexible scheduling
- Equity
Compensation
Target Levels:
- Level 3 range: $38 – $57/hour
- Level 4 range: $47 – 70/hour
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.
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.
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.
