Senior Structural Analyst - Space Launch Vehicle

Stoke Space; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 129,000 - 328,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Comprehensive benefits package

Life and disability insurance

401(k) plan with employer match

4 weeks’ Paid Time Off

10 holidays including year-end closure

Paid Family/Parental Leave

On-site gym or wellness stipend

Dog friendly offices

Job summary

Stoke Space is seeking a Senior Structural Analyst to own structural integrity for Nova vehicle modules. You will lead cross‑engineer analysis, mentor REs in structural integrity, and translate system requirements to designers.

You will develop models, tests, and robust analysis processes while collaborating across teams to ensure safety and reliability. The role emphasizes mission‑driven teamwork, ownership, and growth in a fast‑paced aerospace environment with equity and comprehensive

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in aerospace or mechanical engineering or related field.
• 7–10 years of experience analyzing launch vehicles, rocket engines, or related work.
• Solid structural mechanics fundamentals: static strength, stability, fatigue, fracture.
• Experience with ANSYS or NASTRAN for analysis.
• Experience with scripting to improve analysis workflows (Python or MATLAB).
• Ability to interpret and verify structural requirements, and communicate clearly.
• Collaborative mindset with mentoring capability.

Responsibilities

• Own the structural integrity of a module or subsystem of the Nova launch vehicle.
• Lead and coordinate structural analysis efforts across multiple engineers.
• Mentor and support a team of REs in structural integrity.
• Translate system level requirements to component designers.
• Drive consistent structural analysis and test processes across your module.
• Develop methods and tools to support the module team.
• Develop loads, models, and test plans; participate in validation testing.
• Provide technical review and approval authority for stress work.
• Identify risks and communicate to leadership.

Skills

Structural analysis

Mentoring engineers

Communication skills

Leadership

Systems engineering liaison

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ANSYS

NASTRAN

Python

MATLAB

Job description

Stoke Space is seeking a Senior Structural Analyst to own structural integrity for Nova vehicle modules. You will lead cross‑engineer analysis, mentor REs in structural integrity, and translate system requirements to designers.

You will develop models, tests, and robust analysis processes while collaborating across teams to ensure safety and reliability. The role emphasizes mission‑driven teamwork, ownership, and growth in a fast‑paced aerospace environment with equity and comprehensive