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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Engines - Test Lead (Andromeda Engine) Organization - **Company:** STOKE SPACE FEDERAL INC. - **Location:** United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $109,725.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, LMS Imagine.Lab Amesim, Data Analysis, Application Testing, Systems Engineering, Computational Fluid Dynamics, Data Reduction, Desktop Computing, Python (Programming Language), Reliability Engineering, Cadence Virtuoso, System Testing, Technical Data Management Systems, Test Data, Data Processing, Scripting, Facebook Flow, Moses - **Published:** September 11, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/engines-test-lead-andromeda-engine-moses-lake-wa--04b5f619-c897-4d1e-acd0-8984f2985bf1 ## About the Role * 2+ years of experience in designing, building, and testing of rocket engines, combustion devices, pumps, and valves * Exceptional command of fundamentals, including compressible flow, thermodynamics, control systems, cryogenics, and instrumentation * Strong knowledge of data analysis and data processing * Proficiency with operation and testing of pneumatic, hydraulic, and cryogenic fluid systems * Proficiency with aerospace standard fasteners, seals, tubing, fittings, and commercial off-the-shelf hardware * Proficiency with instrumentation including pressure transducers, thermocouples, accelerometers, and flow meters * Excellent written and verbal communication * Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering, or similar * Willing to work in person in Moses Lake, Washington Strongly Desired: * Strong knowledge of systems engineering fundamentals, and ability to apply that knowledge in practical ways to a fast-paced development program * Proficiency with fluid analysis tools (Siemens AMESim, Thermal Desktop, Python, EES, REFPROP, Excel, or equivalent) * Hands on experience and knowledge of fabrication and assembly of propulsion systems components: turbopumps, combustion devices, valves, electronics, etc., Aerospace Engineering, Aerospace and Defense, Analysis Skills, Assembly Equipment, Background Investigation, Cadence, Campaigns, Commercial Off-the-Shelf (COTS), Control Systems, Cost Control, Data Analysis, Data Processing, Data Reduction, Desktop PC, EEO Regulations, Electronics, Establish Priorities, Flow Meter, Government, Hydraulic Engineering, Instrumentation, Mechanical Engineering, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Product Lifecycle, Propulsion, Pumps, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Regulations, Reliability Engineering, System Test, Systems Engineering, Team Player, Test Data, Test Plan/Schedule, Test Program, Test Requirements, Test Tools, Testing, Thermodynamics, United States Citizen, Writing Skills ## Description 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 an Engines Test Lead, you will have extreme ownership over all aspects of the engine test program for a 100% reusable rocket engine designed to fly daily. You will own the development and qualification test program for our Andromeda LH2/LOX expander cycle engine from development through flight, from component level testing through fully integrated engine hotfires. You will be onsite at our Moses Lake Test Site working with the test facility team and engines team to take the engine through all phases of the product lifecycle. You must be ready to stay focused, move fast, self-direct, and learn on the fly. Responsibilities * Develop and maintain engine test requirements * Develop and maintain the engine test plans, breaking down the requirements into discrete test sequences and own the test procedure and schedule to execute them * Own engine as-tested configuration from factory to flight * Own test verification activities to ensure accomplished tests meet requirements * Plan, prioritize, and execute component (turbopumps, pressure-fed injectors, valves, etc.) and full engine test campaigns * Drive test data reviews and perform data analysis, own anomaly investigations and resolutions * Develop and improve configuration tracking tools, test planning tools, and data reduction and trending tools * Design build and troubleshoot fluid, mechanical, instrumentation, and control systems for various test applications, 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 If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application or participate in the interview process, please contact careers@stokespace.com. Requests will be handled in accordance with applicable laws. Please do not include medical or other confidential information in your initial request. ## Related Videos - [Building a Multi-Agent Orchestration Engine That Actually Follows the Rules](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100159-building-a-multi-agent-orchestration-engine-that-actually-follows-the-rules) - [Dirty Tests And How To Clean Them](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/515-dirty-tests-and-how-to-clean-them) - [JavaScript? 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