Infrastructure Engineer

Stoke Space; Moses Lake (WA); On-site; USD 129,000 - 194,000; Full time

Job summary

Stoke Space is building Nova, a fully reusable launch vehicle, and is seeking an Infrastructure Engineer for the Moses Lake test facility. You will collaborate with engineers and technicians to rapidly design and build test site infrastructure, focusing on site architecture, construction strategy, build execution, and reliable operations to ensure testing never disrupts operations.

You will lead scale-up of civil, structural, and electrical systems, manage budgets, and coordinate with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil/structural engineering, geotechnical engineering, mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, construction management, or similar field.
• 4+ years of experience in engineering, design/build, and management of critical infrastructure projects in aerospace or similar high-performance settings.
• Strong understanding of heavy civil structural engineering and construction methods.

Responsibilities

• Manage internal engineering projects and contracted engineering firms to design new and upgrade existing test site infrastructure systems across civil, structural, electrical and other disciplines.
• Oversee project budgets, cost tracking, and forecasting; process change orders and maintain cost control throughout the project lifecycle.
• Leverage field experience to drive design decisions for construction efficiency and future operations.
• Conduct constructability reviews and value engineering to optimize construction cost and efficiency.
• Direct and supervise contractors, subcontractors, and vendors on site.
• Oversee quality control inspections, material testing, and compliance with project specs and safety requirements.
• Develop, own, and execute assigned project scope, RFPs, awards, construction management, and activation for heavy civil/onsite facilities.
• Support permitting requirements and coordination with required agencies.
• Maintain as-built documentation and manage project closeout deliverables.
• Drive and maintain project execution quality and safety compliance.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal comms

Autonomy

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil/structural engineering or related field

Job description

• Excellent written and verbal communication

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. An instrumental ingredient to making reusable launch vehicles is a highly operable, reliable, and robust ground system. As an Infrastructure Engineer at our Moses Lake test facility, you will be responsible for collaborating with other engineers and technicians to rapidly design and build test stands. Your focus will be on test site infrastructure architecture, engineering design, construction strategy, build execution, and maintaining reliable site operations so testing is never disrupted. You must be ready to stay focused, move fast, self-direct, and learn on the fly.

Responsibilities

• Manage internal engineering projects and contracted engineering firms in order to design new and upgrade existing test site infrastructure systems across: civil, structural, electrical and other disciplines


• Oversee project budgets, cost tracking, and forecasting; process change orders and maintain cost control throughout the project lifecycle


• Leverage field experience in the design of new systems to drive decisions that will assist the construction process as well as future operational needs


• Conduct constructability reviews and value engineering assessments to optimize design for construction efficiency and cost-effectiveness


• Direct and supervise contractors, subcontractors, and field craft, including all vendors associated with the respective projects on site


• Oversee quality control inspections, material testing, and compliance with project specifications and safety requirements


• Develop, own, and execute assigned project scope, RFPs, project award, construction management, and activation for both heavy civil structural and on-site test facilities


• Support permitting requirements and associated coordination with the required agencies


• Maintain as-built documentation, track punch list items, and manage project closeout deliverables


• Drive and maintain project execution quality and ensure adherence to safety protocols and regulatory compliance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil/structural engineering, geotechnical engineering, mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, construction management, or similar field


• 4+ years of experience in a related role performing engineering, design/build, and management of critical infrastructure projects in aerospace or similar high-performance applications (amusement park, oil & gas, heavy equipment, energy systems, etc.)


• Practical and theoretical knowledge of heavy-civil structural engineering and construction, including experience with structural steel, reinforced concrete structures, deep foundations, mass excavations, and mass earthwork


• Demonstrated experience in project management fundamentals including scope definition, schedule & budget development/implementation, procurement, contracts, cost estimation, value engineering, and field execution


• Demonstrated experience executing large capital improvement projects while driving economical and expedient solutions


• Excellent understanding of engineering construction drawings and construction means & methods


• Proven ability to work autonomously, receive and incorporate constructive feedback, and work well on a high-performing team


• Experience with applicable engineering standards including ASCE 7, IBC/FBC, AISC 360/358, ACI 318/530, NFPA, ASTM, & ASME


• Excellent written and verbal communication


• Ability to lead and follow


• Must be willing to relocate to Moses Lake, WA, and able and willing to travel for work as required

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 3: $129,150 - $193,620

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.

Candidate Rights & Accommodations

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E-Verify

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For more information on the right to work, please refer to the poster here.