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Propulsion Engineer

Engine Layout RE

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Stoke Space

Stoke Space

51-200 employees

Develops reusable rockets for environmental data

Data & Analytics
Aerospace

Compensation Overview

$123k - $240.1kAnnually

Senior

Kent, WA, USA

Willing to relocate to Seattle, WA.

Category
Propulsion
Research & Development
Aerospace Engineering
Required Skills
CAD
GD&T
Requirements
  • Extensive experience with CAD tools and configuration management (Siemens NX and Teamcenter preferred)
  • Experience managing large CAD assemblies and associated drawings
  • Fundamentals in GD&T, tolerance stackups, and material selections especially for oxygen compatibility
  • Fundamentals in heat transfer, fluid mechanics, compressible flow, and cryogenics
  • Experience with detailed mechanical design including machined parts, additive parts, weldments, fasteners, seals, and especially assemblies
  • Proficiency with mentoring and training designers
  • Knowledge of systems engineering fundamentals, and ability to apply that knowledge in practical ways to a fast-paced development program
  • Hands on experience performing fabrication, assembly, and/or testing
  • 5+ years of experience in design, build, and testing of rocket engine systems
  • Ability to lead
  • Ability to follow
  • Excellent written and verbal communication
  • Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering, or similar
  • Willing to relocate to Seattle, WA
Responsibilities
  • Own the integrated engine CAD; unite component designers to develop a full flow staged combustion engine design; and bring turbomachinery, combustion, thrust chamber, avionics, pneumatics, TVC, and valves together into a clean and efficient engine system design
  • Responsible for maintaining a functioning engine system layout and consistent interfaces while lower-level component designs iterate during the development test campaigns
  • Drive the design and architecture of numerous rocket engine system components and interfaces as part of the engine assembly, including heat exchangers, propellant inlet lines, flexible lines, pneumatics, gimbal, thrust-vector-control, instrumentation, tubing, pressurization systems, valves, avionics, and engine eye-ball seals
  • Develop and maintain robust vehicle interfaces and engine-vehicle installation approaches, aiding in designing the aft section of our rapidly reusable rocket
  • Develop and help execute the engine build plan, procuring and managing ancillary hardware for engine builds
  • Track risks and execute appropriate mitigation plans

Stoke Space Technologies focuses on developing fully reusable rockets to provide regular access to and from Earth's orbit. Their rockets are designed to operate daily, allowing clients such as research institutions, government agencies like NASA, and private companies to gather essential satellite data. This data helps in understanding and addressing global environmental changes, including monitoring Earth's fresh water and studying human health from space. Unlike many competitors, Stoke emphasizes sustainability and environmental preservation in their operations. The goal is to promote sustainable growth on Earth by leveraging space technology to provide valuable insights into environmental issues.

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$313.9M

Headquarters

Seattle, Washington

Founded

2019

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

26%

1 year growth

50%

2 year growth

114%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Stoke Space's significant funding rounds, including a $100M investment, indicate strong financial backing and growth potential.
  • The company's innovative approach to fully reusable rockets could drastically reduce launch costs, making space access more affordable and frequent.
  • Partnerships with high-profile clients like NASA and the U.S. intelligence community enhance Stoke's credibility and market position.

What critics are saying

  • The technical challenges of developing fully reusable rockets are immense and could lead to delays or failures.
  • The space technology sector is highly competitive, with established players like SpaceX and Rocket Lab posing significant threats.

What makes Stoke Space unique

  • Stoke Space focuses on developing 100% reusable rockets, unlike many competitors who only partially reuse rocket stages.
  • Their emphasis on environmental preservation and sustainable growth sets them apart in the space technology sector.
  • Stoke's business model leverages satellite data to address global environmental changes, providing a unique value proposition beyond just space access.

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