Stage Responsible Engineer (RE)

Stoke Space • Kent, WA

5d • $151,305 - $393,435 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Stage Responsible Engineer (RE), you are responsible for all aspects of a rocket stage, including managing and directing its technical domains: structures, avionics, propulsion, and fluid systems. You manage, coach, and develop the engineers dedicated to the stage. You own its full life cycle, from conceptual design and trade studies through design, build, test, launch, reuse, and block iteration, and are accountable for delivering a highly reliable stage to the integrated launch vehicle on time and on budget. The role requires focus, speed, self-direction, and the ability to learn on the fly.

The position is onsite in Kent, Washington. The role is listed at Levels 4, 5, and 6, with compensation determined based on the candidate’s experience and skill level. Target salary ranges are $151,305–$252,105 for Level 4, $176,505–$327,810 for Level 5, and $262,185–$393,435 for Level 6.

Candidates must meet U.S. export-control eligibility requirements: be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). Employment is contingent on satisfactory reference and background checks and verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States.

Requirements

• Exceptional command of engineering fundamentals.
• Broad experience across several engineering disciplines, including mechanical, structural, avionics, propulsion, and fluid systems.
• Previous individual-contributor ownership of a part or system through its full life cycle, from concept through development and qualification.
• Experience executing complex trade studies.
• Experience writing and managing component- and system-level requirements.
• Experience designing and planning test campaigns for complex systems.
• Experience leading and inspiring a team of engineers.
• Experience hiring, coaching, and performance managing team members.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering, physics, or a related field.
• At least 8 years of experience in design, build, and test of complex components or systems.
• Willingness to work onsite in Kent, Washington.
• Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), to meet export-control requirements.

Responsibilities

• Own delivery of a highly reliable rocket stage to the launch vehicle on time and on budget.
• Set program direction with the goal of staying customer obsessed.
• Navigate and execute complex design trades for the stage.
• Track risks and execute appropriate mitigation plans.
• Develop and maintain stage requirements and test plans.
• Communicate clearly to contextualize work across the company.
• Coach and inspire team members to perform at their highest potential.
• Foster the Responsible Engineer mentality by encouraging extreme ownership, excellent communication, and relentless pursuit of execution.
• Grow and evolve the team as required, and actively participate in recruiting talent.
• Manage and direct the stage’s associated technical domains, including structures, avionics, propulsion, and fluid systems.
• Own the stage life cycle from conceptual design and trade studies through design, build, test, launch, reuse, and block iteration.

Benefits

• Equity in the form of stock options for 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.
• Four weeks of paid time off.
• 11 paid holidays, including an end-of-year closure.
• Paid family/parental leave.
• On-site gym or monthly wellness stipend, depending on location.
• Dog-friendly offices.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior