Fabricator - Structures

Stoke Space•Kent, WA

35d•$31 - $57

About The Position

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. Description Reusable systems are the key to seamlessly connecting Earth and space. A key ingredient to making reusable systems at Stoke is the drive to fabricate high quality parts and iterate quickly. As a Structures Fabricator you will be responsible for the fit up, welding and assembly of critical rocket structures as well as the rapid iteration of processes and tooling. You will work closely with engineers to develop new manufacturing processes, onboard new equipment and manufacturing capabilities, define and improve work orders and processes documentation and own the fabrication of hardware that will deliver payloads to space. You must be ready to stay focused, move fast, self-direct, and learn on the fly.

Requirements

Proven experience in metal fabrication, forming, cutting, fitting with strong emphasis on welded sheet metal assemblies.
Capable of designing and building custom jigs, tooling and fixtures to support manufacturing needs
Demonstrated skill in TIG, MiG, Laser welding or other aerospace-appropriate welding techniques for stainless steel, nickel, aluminum or titanium
Strong understanding of aerospace appropriate quality standards and ability to conduct in-process and final quality checks
Ability to interpret and work from engineering drawings, blueprints and technical specifications
Strong problem solving skills and ability to think creatively
Ability to work second shift and weekends as needed
Ability to lift up to 40 lbs unassisted
Ability to stand for extended periods
Ability to stoop, bend, crawl, and maneuver in tight spaces
Able to withstand repetitive movements

Responsibilities

Fabricate, weld and assemble sheet metal and machined components into complex assemblies
Improve the quality and throughput of the parts and assemblies you fabricate
Build and maintain an efficient workspace with an eye toward continuous improvement
Source, create, maintain and improve tools, consumables and equipment
Maintain stringent quality standards for the parts, processes, and people in your work area
Coordinate with engineering and quality teams to resolve issues quickly

Benefits

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.
Comprehensive benefits program including subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance
Company-paid life and disability insurance
401(k) plan with employer match
4 weeks’ Paid Time Off
Holidays – 10 days (including an end-of-year closure)
Paid Family/Parental Leave
On-site gym or monthly wellness stipend (depending on location)
Dog friendly offices!

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