Safety & Mission Assurance Engineer I

Responsibilities

• Project manage mission submissions and coordinate regulatory documentation
• Review safety-critical component test reports and manage FSS system summary reports
• Prepare and submit payload permit applications
• Produce Payload Safety Assessments and manage mission-specific payload hazards
• Ensure spacecraft programs meet orbital debris reduction requirements
• Support launch operational safety regulatory compliance and perform internal audits

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline
• 2+ years of experience in engineering with a focus on regulatory compliance, requirements, or safety
• Knowledge of quality management systems
• Excellent project management, communication, and technical writing skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of space systems and operations regulations and standards
• Experience with safety management systems and standards
• Ability to read and comprehend new standards and regulations
• Understanding of engineering development and production processes

About the Company

Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more – all with the goal of opening access to space.