Rocket Lab is a vertically integrated provider of small launch services, satellites, and spacecraft components. Our mission is to open access to space to improve life on Earth. Our team is over 1,500 people strong and we’re adding to it every week. Collaboration is at our core – every idea is heard, and everyone makes a difference. Teams are nimble, decisions are made quickly, and we are action oriented.

NEUTRON

Neutron is a medium lift launch vehicle designed to deliver the mega constellations of tomorrow, high assurance payloads, with the potential for human spaceflight too. As a reusable launch platform, Neutron will deliver a highly cost-effective and reliable launch solution leveraging Rocket Lab’s proven execution history with the Electron program. If you’re interested in joining a high performing team, pushing the boundaries with a clean sheet development of reusable liquid launch vehicle, this is your opportunity!

Senior Manufacturing Engineer – Mechanisms

We are currently seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer, Mechanisms to work out of Rocket Lab's newest Space Structures Complex production facility in Middle River, MD. The Senior Manufacturing Engineer, Mechanisms will be responsible for the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of equipment, tooling, and processes used in the assembly and testing of the mechanisms of the Neutron Launch Vehicle.

WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DO:

Identify, plan, and execute capital equipment, machine, and layout definitions to the meet volume requirements including preparation of business cases
Develop production processes and ensure they are accurately and clearly documented, including testing procedures, health and safety requirements and supervisor sign-offs.
Design, develop, and implement tooling and equipment for use in a production environment where required to achieve safety, quality, delivery and cost requirements
Actively contribute to facility construction projects including requirements generation, design reviews and implementation support
Contribute to design reviews acting as an expert in design for manufacture, design for test, productivity, supplier capability assessments, quality control, etc.
Oversee introduction and implementation of new products and product revisions as related to the Neutron launch vehicle mechanisms and mechanical components
Lead problem containment and structured root cause & corrective action investigations
Quickly analyze and resolve manufacturing discrepancies and non-conformances
Introduce automation where appropriate and ensure equipment data links directly to MRP and quality systems
Identify risks and improvements to develop the manufacturing engineering department to meet company needs
Develop and mentor less experienced engineers and technicians daily

YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS AS A SENIOR MANUFACTURING ENGINEER:

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, aerospace, or manufacturing engineering, or equivalent.
5 + years of mechanical assembly and test experience.
Experience in the selection, procurement, and installation of manufacturing equipment.
Technical project management or manufacturing design experience
Advanced understanding of mechanical design principals

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:

Working experience with capacity modeling, process mapping, Lean/Six Sigma and value stream mapping.
Detailed knowledge of Siemens NX or similar CAD and PLM packages
Proficient in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and GD&T
Project management experience in a fast-paced prototype fabrication shop environment
Detailed knowledge of quality standards for typical fabrication and production products
Proficient with all types of hand tools and basic fabrication equipment

Important information:

FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN US OFFICES ONLY:

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Rocket Lab Employees must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce, as applicable. Learn more about ITAR here.

Rocket Lab provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment at Rocket Lab, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for the application/interview process for a job in the United States should contact Giulia Biow at g.biow@rocketlabusa.com.This dedicated resource is intended solely to assist job seekers with disabilities whose disability prevents them from being able to apply/interview. Only messages left for this purpose will be considered. A response to your request may take up to two business days.

FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND OFFICES ONLY:

For security reasons background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offers being made to an applicant. These checks will include nationality checks as it is a requirement of this position that you be eligible to access equipment and data regulated by the United States' International Traffic in Arms Regulations.

Under these Regulations, you may be ineligible for this role if you do not hold citizenship of Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, the European Union or a country that is part of NATO, or if you hold ineligible dual citizenship or nationality. For more information on these Regulations, click here ITAR Regulations.

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