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Overview At Stoke, we believe that a thriving space economy leads to a vibrant, sustainable, and equitable future here on Earth. That is why we are building our fully and rapidly reusable vehicle, Nova. It is designed to fly daily and solve the core challenges of space transportation – it reduces cost, increases availability, and enhances reliability. By radically lowering the cost and increasing the cadence of launch, we’re able to create a truly scalable space industry. Our team is mission-driven, collaborative, and empowered with ownership of their work. If you want to work with some of the most dedicated and talented people on Earth, come join us. Description Fully reusable launch vehicles are the key to seamlessly connecting Earth and space. We are seeking a full-time Additive Manufacturing (AM) Engineer to join our dynamic team. This role is a blend of application engineering and process engineering tasks centered around metallic additive manufacturing technologies. The Additive Team at Stoke Space ensures that the infrastructure, materials, tools, and equipment are in place for rapid iteration and printing. The team is crucial to developing and demonstrating groundbreaking technologies, design, and approaches for Zenith and Andromeda. With an engineering degree or equivalent work experience and technical knowledge, the successful candidate will advance our in-house production capabilities, ensure the manufacturability of complex aerospace components, and contribute to our mission. You will work closely with the design, manufacturing, and operations teams through all phases of the product lifecycle. You must be ready to stay focused, move fast, self-direct, and learn on the fly. Join us on this extraordinary journey, as we work together to transform our vision into reality. Responsibilities Produce additively manufactured components that rapidly enable high performance liquid propulsion, while continuously improving manufacturing cost, quality, and lead time. Holistically own and optimize the total manufacturing process including, design for additive, build file programming, manufacturing work instructions, and quality verification. Take extreme ownership for development and deployment of metallic AM hardware fabricated with large and small format assets, encompassing both aspects of application and process engineering. Directly responsible for delivering hardware and executing on milestones. Exhibit an extreme ownership mentality; comfortable delivering results in the face of adversity. When necessary, take action to find creative solutions such as designing tooling and fixtures, collaborating closely with external vendors for services, and ordering parts outside of their normal scope. Embrace a fast-paced startup environment, staying focused, self-directed, and eager to learn and adapt on the fly. AM Process Engineering scope Hands-on machine operation skills, including on-the-spot job pause recovery for high-value builds. Knowledge and responsibility for mechanical systems necessary to support AM operations including gas and fluid plumbing, shop floor equipment. Ability to plan for and engage in support removal, de-powdering, and thermal post-processing. Provide input and review for component qualification plans, knowledge of materials testing and AM material performance. Ability to interface with quality requirements including NDT and dimensional inspection. Digital work order creation and value stream ownership. AM Application Engineering scope Ownership of the part digital custody chain between CAD model and printed hardware. Enhance communications as a liaison between design engineering and manufacturing, providing input to optimize feasibility, cost-effectiveness, and execution rate. Engage in CAD design for additive manufacturing, creating, and modifying designs to leverage AM for high performance and cost-effective hardware. Generate machine program files using a variety of tool pathing software. Interpret and define GD&T drawing requirements to deliver quality AM hardware. Work with high intensity, maintain status tracking, and project execution ownership in an ambitious environment. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering, or similar 3+ years of experience in metal additive manufacturing. 5+ years of experience for OTJ equivalent in relevant AM roles. Proficient in at least one CAD program, design for manufacturing, and GD&T. Able to work as an extreme part owner covering application and process engineering needs. Highly organized with the ability to work flexible hours, including second shift and weekends, as needed. 2+ years of experience working in aerospace, medical devices, or ISO environments Knowledge of general fabrication methods including CNC milling, turning, EDM, welding, bending, etc. Working knowledge of typical manufacturing execution systems (MES) and quality management systems Familiarity with design and operation of liquid propellant engine systems. Excellent written and verbal communication Willing to relocate to Seattle, WA Benefits Equity – 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: $104,500 – $141,400; Level 3 Range: $123,000 - $184,400 ITAR Requirements To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including 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 and does not discriminate on the basis of nationality, race, citizenship, immigration status, or any other protected class in employment practices. E-Verify Stoke Space uses E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires. Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Engineering and Information Technology Industries Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing and Industrial Machinery Manufacturing #J-18808-Ljbffr Stoke Space

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