Test Technician Manager
Stoke Space
| Company | Stoke Space |
| Category | Skilled Technician |
| Location | Moses Lake |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Manager |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 30 Jun 2026 |
| Last verified | 7 Aug 2026 |
| Source | Employer ATS (greenhouse) |
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 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 co