Mechanical Design Engineer - Heavy GSE Mechanisms Verified today
About the role
Stoke is building Nova, a fully reusable launch vehicle designed for daily flight. You will be responsible for development, build, test, and initial operations of Launch Pad Mechanisms to support launch for the Nova Vehicle at our dedicated launch complex at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. As part of a small, well-supported team, you will have access to the resources needed to support high cadence for Launch Operations.
Responsibilities
- Design, fabricate, test, and support operations for mechanisms used for Launch Operations
- Work closely with Requirements Engineers, technicians, and vendors to plan, coordinate, and execute fabrication, preparation, testing, and installation of GSE at the Launch Site
- Collaborate with Nova Vehicle Engineers and Designers to establish requirements and interfaces
- Collaborate with other GSE disciplines (Hydraulic, Electrical, Controls, Fluids) for integrated design
- Generate, execute, and maintain workflow documentation
Minimum qualifications
- 3+ years of experience designing, building, and testing large mechanisms
- Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, manufacturing engineering, or similar field
- Proficiency with NX/Teamcenter or similar 3D CAD and configuration control management software
- Proficiency with Ansys, Femap, or other FEM analysis tools
- Proficiency with designing for manufacturing and solid understanding of machining, welding, GD&T, and other design-fabrication processes
- Familiarity with basics of hydraulics and pressurized systems
- Familiarity with mechanical industrial standards (ASME, AWS, etc.)
- Ability to troubleshoot problems and implement solutions in real time
- Ability to prioritize and execute on short timelines
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Willing to relocate to Cape Canaveral, FL
Preferred qualifications
- 5+ years of experience as an engineer at a launch site or facility supporting launch hardware, or equivalent experience with similar high-performance applications
- Experience with T-0 Release Devices
- Proficiency with AFSPCMAN 91-710 and Space Force range requirements
- Experience with P&IDs and Hydraulic Schematics
Compensation
Target salary ranges:
- Level 2: $109,725 to $148,470
- Level 3: $129,150 to $193,620
Actual level and base salary determined by specific experience and skill level.
Benefits
- Equity in the form of stock options for all regular, full-time employees
- Comprehensive benefits including subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Company-paid life and disability insurance
- 401(k) plan with employer match
- 4 weeks Paid Time Off
- 10 paid holidays including end-of-year closure
- Paid Family/Parental Leave
- On-site gym or monthly wellness stipend depending on location
- Dog friendly offices
ITAR requirements
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S. (current Green Card holder), or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).