Ground Segment & RF Engineer
Stoke Space Technologies, Inc.
Kent, WA
Responsibilities
- Own the design, integration, and operation of the end-to-end ground segment for Nova launches
- Ensure reliable telemetry and data flow from the vehicle to mission control during test, launch, flight, and recovery
- Design and operate RF and ground station systems, including antennas, tracking assets, and associated infrastructure
- Define telemetry requirements, data formats, rates, and modes in collaboration with avionics and flight software teams
- Work with Stoke teams to build and maintain telemetry ingest, routing, and distribution systems used by operators and engineers
- Support integrated vehicle RF system testing, pad testing, launch rehearsals, and live launch operations as a responsible engineer
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues across RF, networking, software, and hardware layers—often in real time
- Develop procedures, configurations, and documentation that enable repeatable and reliable operations
- Inform and Influence architecture trades for future iterations of the Nova Launch Vehicle
- Perform future programs systems design and trades and technology evaluations as an RF systems expert for Stoke future products.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in aerospace, electrical, computer, systems engineering, or equivalent experience
- 7+ years of experience in ground systems, RF systems, mission operations, avionics integration, or telemetry systems
- Direct experience supporting real hardware operations (flight test, launch operations, fielded systems, or equivalent)
- Strong systems-level understanding across RF, networking, software, and operational interfaces
- Proven ability to troubleshoot complex systems under time pressure
- Experience writing procedures and documentation used during live operations
- Comfortable taking responsibility for outcomes, not just designs
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree or equivalent practical experience
- Experience with launch vehicles, spacecraft, or high-consequence aerospace systems
- Experience supporting live countdowns or mission control operations
- Familiarity with range interfaces, launch site infrastructure, or FAA Part 450 environments
- Experience scaling ground systems from early development through operational cadence
- Demonstrated principal-level ownership of a complex system or capability
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!
Compensation
Target Levels:
- Level 4 Range: $151,305 - $252,105
- Level 5 Range: $176,505 - $327,810
Our job posts are intentionally written to attract a wide variety of experience levels, and we make decisions about the right fit on a per-candidate basis.
Your actual level and base salary will be decided based on your specific experience and skill level.
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.
Equal Opportunity
The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including with respect to disability and veteran status. It is committed to compliance with all equal opportunity laws, including the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) and Title VII. It does not discriminate on the basis of nationality, race, citizenship, immigration status, or any other protected class when it comes to employment practices, including hiring.