Stoke Space
Software Integration Engineer - HIL
$99K–$232K
Kent, Washington +1 · Full-time · Posted Mar 20, 2026
- Location
- Kent, Washington
Kent, Washington, United States - Experience
- 1+ years; accepted fields include software development, hardware integration, or systems engineering.
- Education
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
- Visa sponsorship
- Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S. (current Green Card holder), or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), to meet ITAR requirements.
About the job
Integrates software with vehicle hardware by managing HIL and ground support equipment configurations, building test infrastructure, and troubleshooting systems for test and launch operations.
What you'll do
- Own HIL and ground support equipment lifecycle and software configuration, including tracking hardware deployments and generating fleet configurations.
- Partner with hardware teams to build and integrate racks and checkout carts, and write software for ground infrastructure.
- Perform hands-on checkouts and troubleshoot hardware/software anomalies; help prioritize Vehicle Software feature requests.
What they ask for
- 1+ years 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 in software-based configuration management and modern software operations; hands-on physical hardware integration, test equipment, and rack setup.
- Networking foundation and ability to write systems software, particularly Rust, in a Linux environment.
Nice to have
- Experience with autonomous systems, technical project management, or cross-functional engineering initiatives.
- HIL test environments or avionics checkouts; familiarity with CAN, RS422/485, LVDS, PLCs, DAQ systems, or technical documentation and schematics.
Pay
$98,805 - $148,155 USD base salary; $123,480 - $185,220 USD base salary; $154,350 - $231,525 USD base salary
Tools
Rust, Linux, TCP/IP, CAN, RS422/485, LVDS, PLCs, DAQ
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