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Tom Feldman

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Co-Founder at STOKE Space Technologies
📍 Renton, Washington, United States

Tom Feldman is the Co-Founder and CTO of STOKE Space, leading the companys technical strategy in developing reusable rocket propulsion systems. A Purdue University alumnus with Masters and Bachelors degrees in Aerospace Engineering, he previously worked at Blue Origin as a Senior Propulsion Design Engineer on the BE-4 engine. Colleagues describe him as a "kick ass engineer".

Outside of his primary role in aerospace engineering, Tom is a multi-engine, instrument-rated pilot, having earned his private pilot license while still in high school. This long-standing passion for aviation complements his professional expertise in flight and propulsion systems, indicating a deep, personal connection to the field.

During the COVID lockdown, Tom single-handedly designed, fabricated, and operated all elements of STOKEs first rocket engine thrusters and its test facility.

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Experience
17 Years
Current Role
Co-Founder
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Renton, Washington, United States
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Rocket Propulsion
His entire career, from Blue Origin's BE-4 engine to co-founding STOKE, is focused on advancing rocket propulsion technology for full reusability.
Aerospace Innovation
Co-founded STOKE Space to solve the challenge of second-stage rocket reusability, aiming for aircraft-like operational efficiency in spaceflight.
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Career

Work history

9-2019
Co-Founder
STOKE Space Technologies
10-2017 - 9-2019
Senior Propulsion Design Engineer: Responsible Engineer, BE-4 Oxidizer Boost Pump
BLUE ORIGIN
7-2014 - 10-2017
Propulsion Design Engineer: Lead Designer and RE, BE-4 Thrust Chamber
BLUE ORIGIN
6-2013 - 7-2014
New Graduate Rotation Engineer
BLUE ORIGIN
5-2011 - 5-2013
Graduate Research Assistant - Combustion Instability
Purdue University
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Education
2021 - 2021
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Y Combinator
2011 - 2013
Master’s Degree
Purdue University
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