Test Technician (Instrumentation and Controls)

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 are the key to seamlessly connecting Earth and space. A key ingredient to making reusable systems is the ability to test hardware quickly. As a Test Technician working at our Moses Lake Test Site, you will be responsible for building fluid, electronic, and structural test stand systems, preparing the test facility for test operations, troubleshooting test related issues, and supporting general test operations. You will fabricate parts and assemblies from blueprints, drawings, and/or verbal instructions. You will fabricate parts and assemblies using power tools, hand tools, and other typical shop equipment. You will work directly with experienced design and test engineers. You must be ready to stay focused, move fast, self-direct, and learn on the fly. Responsibilities Safely operate various power tools, saws, and other heavy-duty equipment Work closely with engineers for test stand maintenance and operations Support troubleshooting efforts Safely work around hazardous chemicals and high-pressure systems Safely operate forklift, telehandler, and man lift As part of a small team, you will also perform everyday tasks to keep the site running (shipping and receiving, administrative tasks, etc.) Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent certificate 1+ years of experience in wire harness and electrical connector fabrication Familiar with data acquisition systems Familiar with pressure transducers, thermocouples, accelerometers, flow meters Familiar with reading and interpreting schematics and drawings Experience fabricating custom parts with little to no direction Possess skills necessary for troubleshooting wiring discrepancies Willing to work outdoors for long periods of time Able to stoop, bend, crawl, and lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted Passion for building something with high quality, willing to attend work with a positive and humble attitude, and willing to take ownership of large and small tasks to help the team be successful Rigorous attention to detail Strong multi-tasker Unbeatable drive and ownership Preferred Qualifications Experience building up low voltage and data acquisition systems Experience building and troubleshooting camera systems Benefits Medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance 401(k) match Paid time off Flexible scheduling Equity Compensation Target Levels: Level 1 Range: $26.25 - $38.52 Level 2 Range: $32.11 - $48.16 Level 3 Range: $40.13 - $60.17 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