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Stoke Space · 2 days ago

Test Stand Design Engineer

Moses Lake, Washington

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$86K/yr - $121K/yr

1+ years exp

Stoke Space Technologies is focused on building a sustainable and equitable future through a thriving space economy. As a Test Stand Design Engineer, you will be responsible for designing and building test stands for reusable launch vehicles, collaborating with engineers and technicians to create mechanical systems for ground testing.

AerospaceProduct DesignSpace Travel

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead the design and integration of mechanical systems—piping, pipe supports, structures, weldments, and fluid systems—across the full lifecycle from concept to delivery

Negotiate requirements, go from concept to CAD, create detailed drawings, and manage suppliers throughout the fabrication process, ensuring timely procurement and quality execution

Serve as the technical interface between internal teams (Test Article REs, Test Stand REs, Test Operators, Test Technicians) and external suppliers, translating needs and requirements into actionable designs

Support seamless integration and handoff of ground support equipment (GSE), working closely with test engineers and operators to ensure all systems are installed, commissioned, and intuitive to use

Maintain relationships with suppliers and vendors, coordinating fabrication, delivery, and troubleshooting to keep test programs on schedule

Collaborate across disciplines to take requirements from multiple teams and ensure designs are practical, safe, and effective in real-world test scenarios

Drive improvements in testing efficiency, safety, and reliability, proactively identifying challenges and solving problems across design, fabrication, and integration

Document and maintain as-built drawings, schematics, and system records for all equipment under your responsibility, ensuring traceability and operational readiness

Use hand calculations, finite element analyses (FEA), and computer-aided designs (CAD) to ensure all hardware meets or exceeds internal and customer requirements

Qualification

Mechanical Engineering3D Modeling SoftwareFluid Systems DesignStructural Engineering PrinciplesThermodynamicsCommunicationLeadership AbilityTeam Collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or similar

1+ years of experience in related role, including related experience from internships or college organizations

Exceptional command of structural, thermodynamics, and fluids engineering principles

Proficient with Siemens NX or similar 3D modeling software

Proficient with creating fluids P&IDs from scratch

Knowledge of fluid components such as valves, regulators, instrumentation

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to lead

Ability to follow

Full-time in Moses Lake preferred; on-site requirements may vary based on experience level

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!