Software Integration Engineer - HIL
Stoke Space2 months ago
Kent, WA, USAEntry Level
Base Salary
$99k - $232k/yr
Responsibilities
- Own the lifecycle and software configuration of HIL systems and ground support equipment across the vehicle fleet.
- Develop automated systems to track hardware deployments and dynamically generate standardized software configurations.
- Partner with hardware teams to design, build, and integrate GSE racks and checkout carts for testing and launch operations.
- Write software that interfaces with ground infrastructure, including networks, ground computers, DAQs, and power supplies.
- Perform hands-on checkouts and troubleshoot anomalies across software, electromechanical systems, and physical hardware.
- Support hardware teams and help the Vehicle Software team prioritize feature requests.
Requirements
- At least 1 year of professional experience in software development, hardware integration, or systems engineering.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
- Proficiency with software-based configuration management and modern software operations.
- Hands-on experience with physical hardware integration, test equipment, and rack setup.
- Experience managing and tracking hardware deployments across multiple test and operational environments.
- Networking knowledge including TCP/IP, routing, subnetting, and managed-switch configuration.
- Ability to write systems software, particularly in Rust, within a Linux environment.
- Ability to troubleshoot complex electromechanical anomalies from the software layer through the physical hardware.
- Preferred experience with autonomous systems, technical project management, cross-functional engineering initiatives, HIL test environments, avionics checkouts, hardware communication protocols, PLCs, DAQ systems, and technical or electrical documentation.
- Must meet applicable U.S. export-control authorization requirements for access to restricted space technology and technical data.
Benefits
- Equity in the form of stock options for regular, full-time employees.
- Subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Company-paid life and disability insurance.
- 401(k) plan with employer match.
- Four weeks of paid time off and 10 paid holidays, including an end-of-year closure.
- Paid family and parental leave.
- On-site gym or monthly wellness stipend, depending on location.
- Dog-friendly offices.
- Employment is contingent on reference and background checks, identity and work-authorization verification, and completion of Form I-9 and E-Verify requirements.
About Stoke Space
Stoke Space designs and builds fully and rapidly reusable orbital launch vehicles for commercial and government payload operators, with revenue from launch services. Its flagship program, Nova, targets a high-flight-cadence, low-cost model for space transportation. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Kent, Washington, the privately held company operates under U.S. export controls (ITAR) for roles involving space technology.