While other companies talk about it, we do it! Rocket Lab
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.
About the role
The In-Space Propulsion (ISP) team is one of three teams responsible for developing and delivering qualified, flight-ready space vehicle propulsion systems. The other two teams are responsible for spacecraft fluids systems and propulsion system testing, though there is significant overlap and strong collaboration between the three. The ISP team takes on system-level and component-level ownership, mostly developed in-house from mission requirement through to integration and beyond, including pre-launch, launch, and on orbit operations support. Examples of past work include the Curie and HyperCurie engines, and currently the team is working on the whole propulsion system for ESCAPADE, a NASA science mission to Mars.
The team consists of development engineers with a range of experience level and skill sets. Generally, each engineer is expected to be capable of owning a component or system through its development lifecycle and production implementation. This means that the skillset of the team spans systems engineering, design, build, and test, though individuals may have their specializations. The team works hands-on, often alongside technicians, with development, qualification, and flight hardware. Team members interface regularly with stakeholders across the company, including GNC, Manufacturing Engineering, Production, Flight Software, Analysis, and others.
A Development Engineer in the Space Systems Propulsion team at Rocket Lab is responsible for contributing to product upkeep and development engineering work on spacecraft propulsion systems. The role requires close work with other development engineers, the production team, design engineers, analysts, and assembly technicians to achieve high quality products.
Success in this role requires a strong technical and analytical background, meticulous attention to detail, exceptional problem-solving skills, experience handling and testing sensitive hardware, and excellent reading and writing ability. The Development Engineer will display a positive and approachable attitude, be motivated by tough engineering challenges, complete required work according to schedules, and provide transparency and feedback to the team.
Essential skills 4+ years industry experienceEngineering degreeStrong sense of ownership, rigorous thinking, and a desire to doCuriosity and an eagerness to learnExcellent grasp of mechanical engineering fundamentals and good understanding of more advanced rocket or spacecraft propulsion topicsProven track record of individually delivering a complete and successful engineering project from conception to operationExperience performing one or more of the work types belowRequirement gathering, interface control, or other Systems Engineering activitiesTest planning, execution, data analysis, and reportingDetailed mechanical design using CADHardware integrationDesired Skills System-level design, modelling, and analysisHands-on experience building or testing mechanical or electromechanical components or systemsExperience with rocket engines, fluid components such as regulators or valves, or spacecraft propulsion systemsMasters or PhDRocket Lab Employee Benefits The opportunity to work on innovative and ground breaking technologyAn employee stock purchase programAccess to world leading experts to develop your careerUnlimited barista coffee, fruit, and snacksRocket Lab merchandise – T-shirts, mission patches etc.Discounted health insurance with Southern CrossAdditional parental leave entitlementsA vibrant team culture with social activities throughout the yearIf the above sounds like youapply now!
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