Precision Assembly Engine Technician - Engines, Andromeda
About the job
- At least 3 years of experience in mechanical or manufacturing environments.
- At least 2 years of experience in precision assembly of complex engine systems or similar hardware.
- Detailed understanding of fittings, threads, inserts, seals, and other sub-component parts.
- Assembly experience with oxygen, cryogenic, and foreign object debris-intolerant service components and systems.
- Familiarity with operating pressurized systems and proof testing flight hardware.
- Proficiency working with delicate and high-value assemblies.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work second shift and weekends as needed.
- Ability to lift up to 40 pounds unassisted.
- Ability to stand for extended periods.
- Ability to stoop, bend, crawl, and maneuver in tight spaces.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Precisely assemble rocket engine hardware according to written and verbal instructions.
- Assemble complex engine assemblies using work orders, drawings, computer-aided design (CAD) models, and verbal instructions.
- Plan builds, organize inventory kits, identify shortages, and order common stock items.
- Precisely clean hardware.
- Identify discrepancies, author nonconformance reports, coordinate dispositions with engineering, and document steps in detail.
- Follow work orders for component builds and document build steps for new and recurring assembly sequences.
- Build the Stage 2 engine and its subassemblies alongside engineers and independently.
- Provide design feedback and log accurate build notes for future reference.
- Identify and solve issues with machinists, welders, and engineers.
- Maintain an efficient work area and provide feedback on its layout, tooling, and local inventory storage.
- At least 3 years of experience in mechanical or manufacturing environments.
- Detailed understanding of gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) and laser welding processes and procedures.
About the company
Stoke Space is developing Nova rockets with full stage reuse to enable high-cadence, lower-cost access to orbit for commercial satellite operators and government missions. The rockets are designed for rapid reuse of both stages, supporting frequent flights and lower operating costs compared to expendable or partially reusable fleets. The company is progressing toward its first orbital flight with Nova Pathfinder around early 2027, followed by Nova Block 2 capable of lifting about 15 metric tons to low Earth orbit later in the decade. Stoke aims to accelerate reusable launch development and establish a dependable, high-frequency launch capability for customers.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
Series E
Total Funding
$2.4B
Headquarters
Kent, Washington
Founded
2019
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Sept. 8, 2026 Reuters said the round values Stoke near $10 billion.
- Launch Complex 14 at Cape Canaveral advances, giving Stoke a real Florida pad.
- Kevin Weil joined the board in 2026, strengthening software, product, and fundraising credibility.
What critics are saying
- Nova Pathfinder slips past 2027, delaying revenue and handing customers to SpaceX.
- Any 2027 orbital failure stalls certification, burns cash, and forces another expensive redesign.
- Block 2 faces a brutal capital wall; one slip risks a stranded, pre-revenue company.
What makes Stoke Space unique
- 100% reusable Nova architecture targets both stages, unlike partial-reuse Falcon-class rivals.
- Sept. 2026 Series E lifted total capital to $2.3 billion, funding full-stack reuse.
- Nova Block 2 targets 15 tons to LEO, pairing medium-lift capacity with rapid turnaround.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- 401(k) Company Match
- Paid Vacation
- Flexible Work Hours
- Company Equity