Test Technician Manager

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.

As the Test Technician Manager, you''ll lead the team that supports all hands-on build and test tasks at the Moses Lake Test Site (MLTS). This is a player-coach role: you''ll perform both management and individual contributor work. Partnering with Test Engineers, you''ll build safe and efficient test stands, install and maintain engine hardware to a high standard of quality, and run test operations across multiple stands.

You''ll own the performance and professional development of the MLTS technician team, and you''ll help shape the company processes that affect them. Success in this role requires strong organization, focus, and communication-you''ll need to quickly digest information and delegate clear actions and expectations.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead the technician team, including:

• Executing daily tasks to move testing forward

• On-the-job training

• Performance management

• Shift scheduling

• Process creation and improvement

• Partner with the Site Director to purchase and install tools and equipment for safer, more efficient operations

• Maintain close communication and strong working relationships with the Test Engineering team

• Work with the Site Director to build a positive team culture and promote Stoke values

Qualifications

• 4+ years in the aerospace industry or similar
• Proficient in tube bending, general mechanical tasks, harness building, and operational support
• Excited and motivated to train members of the technician team
• Willing to work outdoors for extended periods
• Able to stoop, bend, crawl, and lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

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 3 Range: $40.13 - $60.17/HR
• Level 4 Range: $49.02 - $73.55/HR

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.

Employment at the Company is contingent upon satisfactory completion of reference and background checks, and on your ability to prove your identity and authorization to work in the U.S. for the Company. Employees must comply with the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services employment verification requirements, and, therefore, they must complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9 at the start of employment and re-verify authorization to work periodically.

Separate from this I-9 process, this position entails access to certain technology and technical data that is restricted under U.S. export control laws and regulations. Employment or continued employment may be conditioned on your legal authorization to work with or have access to export control materials as necessary to perform your job.

Candidate Rights & Accommodations

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