Test Stand Design Engineer at Stoke Space in Moses Lake, WA

Summary: Stoke Space Technologies is focused on building a sustainable and equitable future through their reusable launch vehicle, Nova. As a Test Stand Design Engineer, you will design and manufacture mechanical systems for ground testing, collaborating with engineers and technicians to ensure rapid development and integration of test stands. Responsibilities: - Lead the design and integration of mechanical systems—piping, pipe supports, structures, weldments, and fluid systems—across the full lifecycle from concept to delivery - Negotiate requirements, go from concept to CAD, create detailed drawings, and manage suppliers throughout the fabrication process, ensuring timely procurement and quality execution - Serve as the technical interface between internal teams (Test Article REs, Test Stand REs, Test Operators, Test Technicians) and external suppliers, translating needs and requirements into actionable designs - Support seamless integration and handoff of ground support equipment (GSE), working closely with test engineers and operators to ensure all systems are installed, commissioned, and intuitive to use - Maintain relationships with suppliers and vendors, coordinating fabrication, delivery, and troubleshooting to keep test programs on schedule - Collaborate across disciplines to take requirements from multiple teams and ensure designs are practical, safe, and effective in real-world test scenarios - Drive improvements in testing efficiency, safety, and reliability, proactively identifying challenges and solving problems across design, fabrication, and integration - Document and maintain as-built drawings, schematics, and system records for all equipment under your responsibility, ensuring traceability and operational readiness - Use hand calculations, finite element analyses (FEA), and computer-aided designs (CAD) to ensure all hardware meets or exceeds internal and customer requirements Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or similar - 1+ years of experience in related role, including related experience from internships or college organizations - Exceptional command of structural, thermodynamics, and fluids engineering principles - Proficient with Siemens NX or similar 3D modeling software - Proficient with creating fluids P&IDs from scratch - Knowledge of fluid components such as valves, regulators, instrumentation - Excellent written and verbal communication skills - Ability to lead - Ability to follow - Full-time in Moses Lake preferred; on-site requirements may vary based on experience level Required Skills: Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Structural Engineering, Thermodynamics, Fluid Engineering, Siemens NX, 3D Modeling, Fluids P&ID Creation, Fluid Components Knowledge, CAD, Finite Element Analysis 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!