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Stoke Space · 4 hours ago

Stress Analyst

Kent, Washington

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$129K/yr - $194K/yr

3+ years exp

Stoke Space Technologies is committed to building a sustainable and equitable future through innovative space transportation solutions. As a Structural Analyst, you will perform comprehensive strength and stability analyses of launch vehicle and engine components, working closely with engineers to improve structural integrity and develop test plans.

AerospaceProduct DesignSpace Travel

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Build analytical models to assess various failure modes on launch vehicle and/or rocket engine hardware

Document analysis results and structural rationale for components and systems

Review the stress work of others

Develop loads and load cases, communicate them to stakeholders, and implement them in analysis as needed

Identify required structural testing, develop test plans, and participate in validation testing

Identify shortfalls in material databases and develop test plans to gather required data

Develop tools and methods to improve speed and consistency of analysis

Mentor and train other engineers in stress analysis techniques

Plan testing and collect data to validate loads and material allowable assumptions, and use test results to improve analysis models

Other responsibilities as required

Qualification

Structural mechanics fundamentalsFEA solvers ANSYSFEA solvers NASTRANScripting PythonScripting MATLABAerospace Engineering degreeTest plansCommunication skillsCollaborative mindsetMentoring skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical field or equivalent experience

3-5 years of experience analyzing launch vehicles, rocket engines, or other transferrable experience

Solid structural mechanics fundamentals including static, fatigue, and fracture

Experience with common commercial FEA solvers such as ANSYS or NASTRAN

Experience with basic scripting or automation tools (Python or MATLAB preferred) for analysis workflow improvement

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Collaborative mindset with ability to both contribute ideas and implement team decisions

Preferred

Master's degree in related technical field

Experience with developing structural test plans and material characterization testing

Experience with both vehicle primary structure and engine components

Demonstrated ability to mentor junior engineers

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!