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. Structural analysis is at the heart of making parts, assemblies, and systems that last for thousands of uses. As a Senior Structural Analyst at Stoke, This role presents a unique opportunity to work on aerospace structures across different systems. This role is applicable to analysts who specialize in either launch vehicles or propulsion systems or analysts with (or desiring) broad experience across both. 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

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 structural requirements down to component designers
Drive consistent structural analysis and test processes across your module or subsystem
Develop methods and tools to support the module team
Drive gaps in material and loads databases to closure to support the module team
Develop analysis models to substantiate parts and/or decompose loads to other team members
Technical review and approval authority of the stress work of others
Develop loads and load cases, communicate them to stakeholders, and implement them in analysis as needed
Identify required structural testing, develop test plans, and participate in validation testing
Identify and communicate risks to leadership
Other responsibilities as required

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical field or equivalent experience
7-10 years of experience analyzing launch vehicles, rocket engines, or other transferrable experience
Solid structural mechanics fundamentals including static strength, stability, fatigue, and fracture
Experience with common commercial FEA solvers such as ANSYS or NASTRAN
Experience with basic scripting or automation tools (Python or MATLAB preferred) for analysis workflow improvement
Experience interpreting and verifying against structural requirements
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Collaborative mindset with ability to both contribute ideas and implement team decisions
Demonstrated ability to mentor other engineers

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in related technical field
Experience with developing structural test plans and material characterization testing
Experience with common launch vehicle structural design standards (NASA STD 5012, AIAA-S-080, etc)
Experience with both vehicle primary structure and engine components
Experience with ANSYS
Familiarity with industry approaches and tools for damage tolerance (NASA STD 5019, NASGRO)

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 – 11 days (including an end-of-year closure)
Paid Family/Parental Leave