Test Technician

Stoke Space • Kent, WA

11d • $40 - $60 • Onsite

About The Position

Stoke is building Nova, a fully and rapidly reusable launch vehicle designed for daily flight to reduce the cost of space transportation and improve availability and reliability. The company describes its team as mission-driven, collaborative, and empowered to take ownership.

The full-time Test Technician will work at Stoke's Kent site, collaborating with engineers and technicians to test rocket components, rapidly design and build test facilities, and operate and maintain those facilities. The role involves hardware and software, mechanical systems, fluid systems, and electrical systems, and requires staying focused, moving quickly, self-directing, and learning on the job.

The position is offered at Level 2 or Level 3, with the actual level and base salary determined by the candidate's experience and skill level. Access to certain technology and technical data is subject to U.S. export-control requirements. Candidates must meet the stated ITAR eligibility criteria.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience working on mechanical, fluid, or electrical systems.
• At least 2 years of experience in a test-focused role.
• Detailed understanding of fittings, threads, inserts, seals, and other sub-component parts.
• Assembly experience with oxygen, cryogenic, and foreign object debris (FOD)-intolerant service components and systems.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. unassisted.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to stoop, bend, crawl, and maneuver in tight spaces.
• A positive and humble attitude, passion for high-quality work, and willingness to take ownership of tasks large and small.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work second shift and weekends as needed.
• Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S. (current Green Card holder), or a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), to meet stated ITAR requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with high-pressure and cryogenic environments.
• Experience with data acquisition and control systems.
• Experience working with complex mechanical and/or electrical systems.
• Ability to read drawings and system schematics.

Responsibilities

• Precisely assemble aerospace hardware test systems using written and verbal instructions.
• Execute work orders for component and assembly tests and document test steps.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot fluid, mechanical, instrumentation, and control systems for various test applications.
• Identify discrepancies, author nonconformance reports, coordinate dispositions with engineering, and document steps in detail.
• Train personnel in the required processes and operations of complex test systems.
• Ensure testing is conducted safely.
• Improve testing efficiency to increase hardware throughput.
• Perform everyday site-support tasks as part of a small team, including shipping, receiving, and administrative tasks.

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.
• Ten 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: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed