Launch Engineer Ground Operations

Cape Canaveral, FL - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 109725 - 148470

Posted on: 22 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

At Stoke we believe a thriving space economy will enable a vibrant sustainable and equitable future here on Earth. That is why were 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 were 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 wed 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 launch operations engineer for our dedicated launch complex at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station you will be responsible for developing commissioning and operating new launch systems from scratch and serving as a key member of the ground operations team for test and orbital launch campaigns. You will be responsible for engineering procedures integration commissioning operations and on-console control. 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 cant be matched in most other roles. You must be ready to stay focused move fast self-direct and learn on the fly.

Responsibilities

On-console control of launch ground systems
Own launch readiness day-of launch console operations and test & launch campaigns for ground systems
Serve as main point of contact for anomaly investigations and own anomaly response and closure for ground systems
Develop maintain and execute procedures control logic and automation sequencing for ground systems
Develop and implement test plans and procedures complete data reviews and oversee launch readiness reviews for launch site operations
Perform real time and post operation data reviews for the ground systems
Work closely with vehicle software team and help architect launch automation
Coordinate with multiple departments and disciplines including headquarters and test inclusive of software and hardware to ensure the launch complex is ready to receive process integrate and operate high cadence flight hardware
Develop build operate and maintain supporting launch facilities including launch control center
Continuously improve launch operations and functions to enable high-cadence launch and recovery operations
Provide engineering expertise oversite and hands-on support during day-to-day site operations
Serve as on-console support or pad lead for day-to-day launch pad operations
Ensure operations are performed industry best practices and EHS policies are followed. Work with EHS to optimize safety policies and operational procedures to reduce or eliminate risk to personnel

Qualifications

Bachelors degree in aerospace engineering mechanical engineering physics or similar field.
5 years of experience as a test site operations engineer launch site operations engineer ground controller and/or flight vehicle controller or equivalent experience with similar high-performance applications (aircraft missile systems naval oil & gas energy systems etc).
Strong engineering fundamentals across multiple disciplines (thermodynamics fluids software electrical and/or structures)
Ability to troubleshoot problems and implement solutions real time.
Ability to architect launch automation logic & sequencing and an understanding of software state machine applications
Experience utilizing and enforcing EHS policies including fall protection lockout/tagout confined space hot work job site safety hazmat and waste streams
Experience operating and calibrating EHS tools utilized in a launch complex environment including hazardous gas detectors FLIR cameras and sound meters
Willing and able to travel up to 20% of the time to Stoke HQ and Moses Lake Test Site to help ensure seamless Cape Launch Site operations
Ability to prioritize and execute
Excellent written and verbal communication
Willing to relocate to Cape Canaveral FL

Preferred Qualifications

10 years of experience as a test site operations engineer launch site operations engineer ground controller and/or flight vehicle controller or equivalent experience with similar high-performance applications (aircraft missile systems naval oil & gas energy systems etc).
Experience working hazardous operations including operations with high pressure gas systems cryogenic liquid systems high power systems and/or explosive ordnance
Experience performing hazardous analyses for cryogenic and high-pressure gas systems
Experience working test and operations of systems involving integration of software electrical mechanical and fluid systems
Experience with data acquisition and control systems and sensing elements (pressure temperature accelerometers load cells infrared optical strain gauges flow meters etc)
Proficient with Python programming language is desirable
Familiarity with AFSPCMAN 91-710 MSPSP and HazOp range requirements as well as DoD explosive siting for launch vehicle programs
Experience working with 45^th SW 30^th SW and/or NASA and other government agencies
Masters degree in aerospace engineering mechanical engineering physics or similar field

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 2 Range: $109725 - $148470
Level 3 Range: $129150 - $193620

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.

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