Senior Stage Fluids Engineer I

Responsibilities

• Design plumbing systems, components, and secondary structures
• Analyze systems and components in harsh launch environments
• Model systems to characterize and predict behavior at all conditions
• Test and qualify systems, components, and modules
• Manage requirements and implementation within the launch vehicle context
• Integrate hardware into the vehicle
• Review testing data to optimize future designs
• Collaborate with propulsion, structures, and flight software teams
• Create tools to enhance analysis and streamline workflows
• Mentor and grow peers to strengthen the team

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or relevant discipline
• 5+ years of experience in a hardware rich environment
• Experience with fluid component design (valves, pressure vessels, flex elements, fittings)
• Experience with DfM/DfAM, machining, and welding processes
• Understanding of mechanical drafting and GD&T

Preferred Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in a fast-paced aerospace environment
• Experience with oxygen, methane, and/or cryogenic systems
• Proficiency with Siemens NX & Teamcenter
• Advanced degree in a fluid mechanics-heavy field
• Experience with Aerospace Processes and Standards (JIRA, AS9100)

About the Company

Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, and satellite components to open access to space.