Launch - General Helper
About The Position
At Stoke, we believe a thriving space economy will enable a vibrant, sustainable, and equitable future here on Earth. That is why we’re building Nova, our fully and rapidly reusable launch vehicle. Designed for daily flight, Nova tackles the core challenges of space transportation by reducing cost, increasing availability, and improving reliability. By radically lowering launch costs and increasing flight cadence, we’re helping create a truly scalable space industry. Our team is mission-driven, collaborative, and empowered to take ownership of their work. If you want to work alongside some of the most dedicated and talented people on Earth, we’d love to have you join us. Reusable systems with frequent launch cadence are the key to seamlessly connecting Earth and space. Highly operable, reliable, and robust ground systems are an integral part of a fully reusable launch system. As a general helper for our dedicated launch complex at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, you will be responsible for developing and commissioning a new launch pad from scratch. Our unique design, build, & operations approach require individuals to be well versed in a variety of construction and manufacturing processes. We are seeking motivated individuals to draw on their prior experience and teamwork to collaborate with engineers and the technician team to build, assemble, commission, and operate ground support systems. You will use your resourcefulness and communication skills to identify and solve issues real-time, working as a high-functioning individual and an integrated team member. You must be ready to stay focused, move fast, self-direct, and learn on the fly.
Requirements
- HS Diploma (or equivalent) completed or in-progress
- 18+ years old
- Safety focused with safe working habits
- Knowledge in basic carpentry, electric power tools and hand tools
- Familiar with use of personal computers
- Self-motivation and ability to prioritize projects to meet completion dates
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Familiarity with NFPA, RCRA, FDEP, CAA, CWA
- Able to identify safety concerns and perform on the spot mitigations
- Assist in support of Launch Operations as part of EHS team
- Able to lift up to 40 lbs. unassisted
- Able to stand for extended periods
- Ability to lead
- Ability to follow
- Ability to work non-standard hours, including nights, weekends
Nice To Haves
- Experience in using equipment such as forklift, scissor lift, & ladders
- Experience in compliance roles
Responsibilities
- Provide help around shop, such as sweeping/mopping, taking out trash, etc.
- Support facility maintenance by performing preventative maintenance and conducting minor repairs in both a production floor and office setting
- Assist facility leaders in setting up new manufacturing and production support centers
- Perform carpentry repairs or install new facility support hardware
- Conduct facility safety inspections
- Support launch operations
- Conduct weekly safety onboarding trainings
- Assist in badge printing
- Performing waste handlers’ duties
- Work with team members and leaders to positively impact operations by reducing waste, reducing safety risks and improving quality.
- Perform other tasks as directed by Supervision/Management including but not limited to assisting non-production plant and administrative tasks.
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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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
