Systems - Thermal Fluids Analyst

Stoke Space•Kent, WA

2d•$123,000 - $184,400

About The Position

Reusable launch systems are the key to seamlessly connecting Earth and space. As a Thermal-Fluids Analyst at Stoke, you will be responsible for developing both detailed and system level thermal and fluids models that provide key insights into the performance of our critical systems. This role will have the opportunity to directly impact how we architect, design and operate our vehicles through analysis work performed. You will work closely with other engineers throughout Stoke to accomplish these objectives. As part of a small, well-supported team, you will have access to the resources you need to get the job done right while simultaneously boosting your skills at a pace that can’t be matched in most other roles. You must be ready to stay focused, move fast, self-direct, and learn on the fly.

Requirements

Bachelors Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum 5+ years of experience in aerospace thermal-fluids analysis
Demonstrated capability to perform analysis of complex thermo-fluid systems
Demonstrated capability to perform thermal analysis of both systems and components
Experience with industry standard tools such as Thermal Desktop & ANSYS Mechanical
Programming experience in either Python or Matlab
Strong fundamentals in thermodynamics

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Prior work on launch vehicles or liquid fueled rocket engine components

Responsibilities

Build propellant tank thermodynamic models of vehicle stages and fluid subsystems to both provide requirements and verify system performance
Build both system level and detailed thermal models of the launch vehicle and its components to derive qualification levels and verify system performance
Perform analysis based on these models and iterate to achieve design objectives
Provide recommendations to other engineering teams based on these analyses
Contribute to the development of analysis processes and tools
Document the results of analyses to support reviews and provide inputs to other teams

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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