Launch Engineer - EHS
STOKE Space Technologies
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 with frequent launch cadence are the key to seamlessly connecting Earth and space. A highly operable, reliable, safe, and robust ground system is an integral part of a fully reusable launch system. As a Launch Environmental, Health, & Safety Engineer for our dedicated launch complex at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, you will be responsible for developing, commissioning, and operating a new launch pad from scratch. You will be responsible for EHS across Stoke’s Florida sites, including developing, maintaining, & executing Stoke’s environmental stewardship and ensuring Stoke’s operations set the standard for employee and environment health and safety. As part of a small, well-supported team, you will have access to the resources you need to get the job done right while simultaneously boosting your skills at a pace that can’t be matched in most other roles. You must be ready to stay focused, move fast, self-direct, and learn on the fly.
Responsibilities
- Develop, own, and drive overall EHS strategy for critical facilities and site operations in support of launch site development, launch vehicle processing & testing, and launch operations
- Develop, implement, and enforce EHS policies, procedures, and protocols and implement industry best standards and practices
- Ensure design, build, and operations comply with local, state, and federal regulations
- Complete job hazard assessments and implement engineering controls to eliminate or reduce likelihood of occupation and compliance risk
- Implement and maintain environmental and safety management systems
- Investigate, document, and resolve workplace incidents
- Manage hazardous and non-hazardous waste streams
- Develop and maintain Spill, Prevention, Control, & Countermeasures (SPCC), industrial wastewater permitting, and Light Management Plans (LMP)
- Develop and manage Environmental Baseline Surveys (EBS), Biological Assessments (BA), and Environmental Assessments (EA), including all supporting analyses and surveys
- Coordinate with local, state, and federal agencies including FDEP, SLD 45, FAA, & NASA
- Develop and provide contractor and staff training
- Maintain and improve EHS throughout ongoing operations and maintenance
Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in a related role working EHS through new site construction as well as operations supporting high-performance applications (space, aviation, amusement park, oil & gas, heavy equipment, energy systems, etc.)
- Proven experience developing and implementing EHS programs including OSHA, fall protection, lockout/tagout, confined space, hot work, job site safety, hazmat, and waste streams
- OSHA 30 Hour Certified
- Proven ability to lead, work autonomously, receive and incorporate constructive feedback, and work well on a high performing team
- Innate ability to prioritize and execute
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Ability to lead
- Ability to follow
- Bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering, civil engineering, mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or similar field
Preferred Qualifications
- 10+ years of experience in a related role working EH&S through new site construction as well as operations supporting high-performance applications (space, aviation, amusement park, oil & gas, heavy equipment, energy systems, etc.)
- Experience working hazardous operations including operations with high pressure gas systems, cryogenic liquid systems, high power systems, and/or explosive ordnance
- Familiarity with AFSPCMAN 91-710 range requirements as well as DoD explosive siting for launch vehicle programs
- Experience working with 45th SW, 30th SW, and/or NASA and other government agencies
- Master’s degree in engineering, environmental management, EHS, or similar field
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance
- 401(k) match
- Paid time off
- Flexible scheduling
- Equity
Compensation
Target Levels:
- Level 3 Range: $123,000 – $184,400
- Level 4 Range: $144,100 - $240,100
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.
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.