Vehicle Test and Launch Engineer

Responsibilities

• Develop, integrate, and test mechanical systems relating to the Electron and Neutron launch vehicles
• Oversee the configuration and checkout of launch vehicle systems
• Lead and manage testing projects for launch vehicle systems, including static testing and integrated stage hot fire testing
• Mentor and train other operators within the Integrated Operations team on launch vehicle mechanical and propulsion systems
• Develop Concept of Operations (CONOPS) and Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs) related to vehicle stage and engine hardware
• Perform real-time troubleshooting to resolve test/operations issues
• Author, review and carry out operations procedures

Requirements

• Bachelor Degree in Engineering (preferably Aerospace, mechanical, electrical or mechatronic engineering)
• 2+ years of experience in engineering design, test and/or operations, in the focus of mechanical or propulsion systems
• Or 6+ years of experience in lieu of a degree
• For Senior level: 5+ years of experience in engineering design, test and/or operations, or 9+ years in lieu of a degree

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with launch vehicles or spacecraft including integration, testing, launch, or mission operations
• Experience with integrated stage thermal/fluid systems design/test/operations
• Experience in a propulsion test/operations environment
• Solid understanding of fluid, cryogenic, pressurized, or hazardous systems
• Experience with real-time hazardous operations

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.