Stoke

Aerospace Welder

Kent, Washington, United States

Full Time

a year ago

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Job description

A thriving economy in space is needed to make life on Earth more vibrant, sustainable, and equitable. Space technology will enable global access to information, solutions to climate change, answers to global food security, products that transform healthcare, clean energy production, and more. Today, rocket launch options are slow, expensive, and unreliable. Stoke is building the world’s most efficient fully and rapidly reusable rocket designed to fly daily that will radically increase access to space and open up the space economy to safeguard our precious home, Earth.

Description

Reusable systems are the key to seamlessly connecting Earth and space. A key ingredient to making reusable systems is the ability to fabricate high quality parts and embrace quick iteration. As an Aerospace Welder you will be responsible for the fitup and welding of critical rocket components and related ground tooling. You will interpret drawings and operate manufacturing equipment to create jigs and customs tools as required. You will work both independently and closely with engineering. You must be ready to stay focused, move fast, self-direct, and learn on the fly.

Responsibilities

Fit, tack, and weld of aerospace components (CRES, INCO, Ti, Al) with GTAW and LBWFabricate from models and drawings
Self-design and build jigs/fixtures using Mill/Lathe
Operation of industrial equipment (forklift, crane, etc)
Precision measurement and reporting of pre/post-weld dimensions
Troubleshoot issues and work independently
Source tools, tooling, and equipment
Maintain clean and efficient workspace with frequent re-organization

Qualifications

5+ years of experience with GTAW of critical weldments
Demonstrated ability to pass rigorous weld specifications (AWS D17.1 or similar)
High level of initiative and ownership
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Rigorous attention to detail
Ability to work second shift and weekends as needed
Able to lift up to 40 lbs. unassisted
Able to stand for extended periods
Able to stoop, bend, crawl, and being able to maneuver in tight space
Able to withstand repetitive movements, bending or twisting, using hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls, exposure to sounds and noise levels that are distracting

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Flexible scheduling
Equity

Compensation

Target Levels:

Level 2 Range: $31 - $47/hour
Level 3 Range: $38 - $57/hour

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.