At Stoke, we believe a thriving space economy will enable a vibrant, sustainable, and equitable future here on Earth. That is why we’re building Nova, our fully and rapidly reusable launch vehicle. Designed for daily flight, Nova tackles the core challenges of space transportation by reducing cost, increasing availability, and improving reliability. By radically lowering launch costs and increasing flight cadence, we’re helping create a truly scalable space industry.
Our team is mission-driven, collaborative, and empowered to take ownership of their work. If you want to work alongside some of the most dedicated and talented people on Earth, we’d love to have you join us.
Description
Reusable systems with frequent launch cadence are the key to seamlessly connecting Earth and space. A highly operable, reliable, and robust ground system is an integral part of a fully reusable launch system. As a Civil-Structural Engineer, you will be responsible for design, analysis, and engineering of launch and recovery infrastructure. You will be responsible for all phases of infrastructure development including overall architecture, engineering, build strategy, build execution, integration, commissioning, and site operations. 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.
Responsibilities
- Perform structural engineering and design of new and existing ground infrastructure including launch mount structures, umbilical towers, transport-erector structures, flame trench structures, tank foundations, and other supporting structures and facilities as required to support Stoke’s infrastructure.
- Develop early concepts and schematics and complete infrastructure trade studies.
- Develop design documentation, calculation packages, design drawings, and construction drawings.
- Facilitate and drive coordination closely across engineering disciplines and help define & drive civil-structural design and construction strategy to enable a high-cadence, fast-turn launch and recovery operations.
- Develop and maintain interface and performance requirements for heavy civil structures in coordination with launch mechanical, launch fluids, high power, instrumentation, EH&S, pad operations, vehicle operations, and other supporting entities.
- Fully own and manage cross-discipline design development for supporting facilities such as industrial buildings, hangars, and payload processing facilities.
- Assist Stoke construction management team including RFPs, project awards, RFIs/submittals, and site construction for both heavy civil structural and on-site launch & recovery facilities.
Qualifications
- 10+ years of experience in a related role performing engineering of critical infrastructure projects within the aerospace, amusement park, oil & gas, heavy equipment, energy, or similar high-performance industry
- Bachelor’s degree in civil-structural engineering, structural engineering, architectural engineering, mechanical engineering, or similar field.
- Professional Engineering (P.E.) license
- Strong first principals knowledge and hands-on experience of civil-structural design, engineering and construction, including experience with structural steel, reinforced concrete structures, deep foundations, shallow foundations, mass excavations, dewatering, and/or mass earthwork.
- Experience with Architectural, Structural, Civil, and MEPF design coordination and management
- Ability to perform and manage technically complex projects using independent judgment and professional intuition.
- Demonstrated experience executing large capital improvement projects while driving economical and expediate solutions.
- Excellent understanding of engineering construction drawings and construction means & methods.
- Practical experience actively managing civil structural design project schedule, budget and scope.
- Proven ability to work autonomously, receive and incorporate constructive feedback, and work well on a high performing team.
- Experience with applicable engineering standards including ASCE 07, IBC, AISC 360, ACI 318, NFPA, ASTM, & ASME.
- Experience developing civil-structural FEA models utilizing ETABS, SAP2000, ANSYS, STAAD, or similar programs
- Proficient utilizing AutoCAD, Revit, NX, or other modeling and drafting software.
- Innate ability to prioritize and execute
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Able and willing to travel for work as required up to 25% of time
Preferred Qualifications
- 15+ years of experience in a related role engineering, building, and leading critical infrastructure projects within the aerospace, amusement park, oil & gas, heavy equipment, energy, or similar high-performance industry
- Master’s degree in engineering, engineering management, construction management, or similar field.
- Structural Engineering (S.E.) license
- Familiarity with AFSPCMAN 91-710 range requirements
- Experience working with federal, stage, and local AHJ’s
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!
Compensation
Target Levels:
- Level 3 Range: $129,150 - $193,620
- Level 4 Range: $151,305 - $252,105
- Level 5 Range: $176,505 - $327,810
Our job posts are intentionally written to attract a wide variety of experience levels, and we make decisions about the right fit on a per-candidate basis.
Your actual level and base salary will be decided based on your specific experience and skill level.
ITAR Requirements
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
Equal Opportunity
The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including with respect to disability and veteran status. It is committed to compliance with all equal opportunity laws, including the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) and Title VII. It does not discriminate on the basis of nationality, race, citizenship, immigration status, or any other protected class when it comes to employment practices, including hiring.
Employment at the Company is contingent upon satisfactory completion of reference and background checks, and on your ability to prove your identity and authorization to work in the U.S. for the Company. Employees must comply with the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services employment verification requirements, and, therefore, they must complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9 at the start of employment and re-verify authorization to work periodically.
Separate from this I-9 process, this position entails access to certain technology and technical data that is restricted under U.S. export control laws and regulations. Employment or continued employment may be conditioned on your legal authorization to work with or have access to export control materials as necessary to perform your job.
E-Verify
Stoke Space uses E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires.
