Sr. IT Network Engineer

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 launch systems are the key to seamlessly connecting Earth and space. As the Sr. IT Network Engineer in Stoke Space’s Information Technology department, you’ll be the person responsible for designing, deploying, documenting and maintaining robust network architectures that meet our rapidly growing needs while facilitating a successful startup culture as we race towards our first launch of Nova. We are a small and motivated team, and you will work across the entire Stoke organization and bring expertise in networking technologies, security best practices, and performance optimization. The ideal candidate will have experience working within NIST frameworks and ensuring network security compliance. You must be ready to stay focused, move fast, self-direct, and learn on the fly.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage enterprise network infrastructure, including LAN, WAN, Wi-Fi, VPN, firewalls, and cloud-based networking solutions
• Ensure network security through proper configuration, monitoring, and adherence to security policies and NIST frameworks
• Collaborate with IT and security teams to develop and maintain secure network access policies
• Lead network upgrades, migrations, and system integrations to support business growth and technology advancements
• Implement automation and monitoring tools to proactively detect and resolve network issues
• Document network configurations, processes, and standard operating procedures
• Assist remote teams including IT, software, and avionics with on-site support of various range of equipment and software tools as we build and begin to operate our launch complex at Cape Canaveral
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support organizational goals and objectives
• Occasional travel to other Stoke facilities
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Exceptional understanding of the OSI model and IP network standards
• 5 years of experience in network engineering, including designing, monitoring, and troubleshooting LAN/WAN networks in enterprise/campus environments
• Expert knowledge of switching and routing protocols (vLAN, STP, ARP, BGP, OSPF, etc.)
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze and resolve complex network issues
• Hands-on experience with firewalls (Fortinet, Cisco ASA, Palo Alto, etc.), VPNs, and network security solutions
• Ability to work agnostically with hardware from multiple vendors, examples: Fortinet, MikroTik, Cisco, Unifi, etc.
• Experience with enterprise WiFi technologies, including design, implementation, troubleshooting, and optimization of wireless networks for high-density environments
• Strong technical acumen with the ability to perform hands-on support and troubleshooting across a broad range of IT systems, including networking, hardware, software, and end-user support
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, a related STEM field, or equivalent experience
• Willing to relocate to Cape Canaveral, FL
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Industry certifications (ex. CCNP, CCIE, or equivalent)
• Experience with AWS network infrastructure
• Familiarity with Microsoft Windows Server and Linux
• Experience working in regulated industries with compliance standards (NIST, ISO 27001, HIPAA, etc.)
  
  
  

Benefits

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

Compensation

Target Levels:

• Level 3 range: $127,200 - $190,800
  
  
  

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.

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 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.