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Rocket Technician Apprentice

STOKE Space Technologies

Rocket Technician Apprentice

Moses Lake, WA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    A thriving economy in space is needed to make life on earth more vibrant, sustainable, and equitable. STOKE was founded to build the systems that enable that outcome through a seamlessly connected earth and space.

    DESCRIPTION

    Reusable launch systems are the key to seamlessly connecting Earth and space. A key ingredient to making reusable systems is the ability to test hardware quickly. As a Rocket Technician working at our Moses Lake test facility, you will be responsible for building fluid, electronic, and structural test stand systems, preparing the test facility for test operations, troubleshooting test related issues, and supporting general test operations. You will fabricate parts and assemblies from blueprints, drawings, and/or verbal instructions. You will fabricate parts and assemblies using power tools, hand tools, and other typical shop equipment. You will work directly with experienced rocket design and operations engineers. You must be ready to stay focused, move fast, self-direct, and learn on the fly.

    RESPONSIBILITIES

    • Safely operate various power tools, saws, and other heavy-duty equipment

    • Bend, proof, and clean stainless steel tubing systems

    • Build electronic and data cable harnesses

    • Work closely with engineers for test stand maintenance and operations

    • Support troubleshooting efforts

    • Safely work around hazardous chemicals and high pressure systems

    • Safely operate forklift, telehandler, and man lift

    • As part of a small team, you will also perform everyday tasks to keep the site running (shipping and receiving, administrative tasks, etc.)

    QUALIFICATIONS

    • High school diploma or equivalent certificate
    • 2+ years of experience in mechanical fabrication or electrical/electronic maintenance
    • Willing to work outdoors for long periods of time
    • Able to stoop, bend, crawl, and lift up to 40 lbs. unassisted
    • Passion for building something with high quality, willing to attend work with a positive and humble attitude, and willing to take ownership of large and small tasks to help the team be successful
    • Rigorous attention to detail
    • Unbeatable drive and ownership
    • Ability to lead
    • Ability to follow

    BENEFITS

    • First row seats to rocket launches
    • Unlimited use of rocket emoji

    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. Learn more about the ITAR here.