Dynamic Environments Engineer

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. Reusable systems are the key to seamlessly connecting Earth and space. As a Dynamic Environments Engineer at Stoke, you will be responsible for developing and providing vibration, shock, and acoustic environments for the launch vehicle. This will include analytical work developing physics-based vibroacoustic models, supporting test efforts through instrumentation selection and data reduction, and hands-on support of component tests. You will work closely with other engineers throughout Stoke to accomplish these objectives. 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 can't be matched in most other roles. You must be ready to stay focused, move fast, self-direct, and learn on the fly. Responsibilities Support engine and structural tests through instrumentation selection, placement, and data review to characterize dynamic environments (vibration, shock, acoustics) Support component qualification vibe and shock campaigns by providing test levels, hands-on execution support, and reviewing of test data Build and run finite element models for modal and frequency response models Use vibroacoustic analysis software to develop models, reduce data, and perform vibration and acoustic analysis Collaborate with other engineers and teams to improve designs and tests Document best practices and lessons learned Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, or related field 0-5 years of professional experience Programming skills in MATLAB or Python Strong fundamentals in structural dynamics and vibroacoustics Ability to lead & follow Excellent oral and written communication skills Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, or related field Professional Experience with vibroacoustics Experience with NASTRAN Experience with vibroacoustic analysis tools such as Wave6 or VAOne Hands-on experience with accelerometers and data acquisition systems Familiarity with aerospace testing standards (SMC-S-016, GEVS, etc) 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 Level 1 Range: $95,550 - $120,645 Level 2 Range: $109,725 - $148,470 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 dis