Launch Pad Mechanisms Engineer for Space Launch Systems

Stoke Space; Florida; On-site; USD 110,000 - 194,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity options

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

Stoke Space is seeking a GSE Mechanisms Engineer for the Cape Canaveral complex to lead design, fabrication, testing, and operations of Launch Pad mechanisms for the Nova vehicle. You will collaborate with Nova Vehicle Engineers and REs to meet cadence and reliability targets, ensuring robust, reusable ground support equipment for frequent launches.

Qualified candidates will have hands-on experience with large mechanisms, 3D CAD tools, FEM analysis, and manufacturing processes, and must be

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience designing, building, and testing large mechanisms.
• Bachelor’s degree in aerospace, mechanical, manufacturing engineering or similar.
• Proficiency with NX/Teamcenter or similar 3D CAD and configuration control software.
• Proficiency with Ansys, Femap, or other FEM analysis tools.
• Familiarity with hydraulics, GD&T, machining and welding processes.

Responsibilities

• Design, fabricate, test, and support operations for mechanisms used for Launch Operations.
• Coordinate fabrication, preparation, testing, and installation of GSE at the Launch Site.
• Collaborate with Nova Vehicle Engineers to establish requirements and interfaces.
• Work with other GSE disciplines for integrated design (Hydraulic, Electrical, Controls, Fluids).
• Plan, coordinate, and execute fabrication and testing of GSE from tooling to pad systems.
• Generate, execute, and maintain workflow documentation.

Skills

Large mechanisms

Test engineering

Machining & welding

GD&T

Hydraulics basics

ASME/AWS standards

Problem solving

Leadership

Communication

Relocation to Cape Canaveral

Education

Bachelor's in aerospace/mechanical/manufacturing

Tools

NX/Teamcenter

Ansys/Femap

P&IDs / Hydraulic schematics

Job description

Stoke Space is seeking a GSE Mechanisms Engineer for the Cape Canaveral complex to lead design, fabrication, testing, and operations of Launch Pad mechanisms for the Nova vehicle. You will collaborate with Nova Vehicle Engineers and REs to meet cadence and reliability targets, ensuring robust, reusable ground support equipment for frequent launches.

Qualified candidates will have hands-on experience with large mechanisms, 3D CAD tools, FEM analysis, and manufacturing processes, and must be