Senior Vehicle Design Engineer Neutron Thrust Module IN NEW ZEALAND (Relocation provided)
Senior Vehicle Design Engineer Neutron Thrust Module IN NEW ZEALAND (Relocation provided)
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ABOUT ROCKET LAB
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 space. The rockets and satellites we build and launch enable some of the most ambitious and vital space missions globally supporting scientific exploration Earth observation and missions to combat climate change national security and exciting new technology demonstrations.
Our Electron rockethas become the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket annually and has delivered more than 230 satellites to orbit all while we work to develop Neutron our upcoming medium-lift reusable launch vehicle for larger constellation deployment. Our Space Systems business designs and builds our extensive line of satellites payloads and their components including spacecraft that have been selected to support NASA missions to the Moon and Mars and components used on the James Webb Space Telescope.
THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY IN AUCKLAND NEW ZEALAND WITH RELOCATION PROVIDED.
NEUTRON
Rocket Labs Neutron team is bringing our innovative medium-lift launch vehicle Neutron to life. As a Senior Development Engineer in the Thrust Module team youll play a pivotal role in shaping the architecture of our vehicle. This is your opportunity to work on cutting-edge systems including composite and mechanical structures (like the Thrust Structure) and mechanisms (such as Landing Legs) that make Neutron a revolutionary vehicle.
In this role youll collaborate closely with world-class analysis and manufacturing engineers to transform bold concepts into real-world systems. From initial design to manufacturing testing and integration youll own the entire lifecycle of your subsystems until they fly on the Neutron vehicle.
WHAT YOULL GET TO DO:
- Produce & rapidly iterate conceptual designs in CAD for structures and mechanisms across the Neutron launch vehicle.
- Proactively identify and solve technical challenges to allow projects to proceed safely and at pace;
- Engage with more experienced engineers across the team for ongoing mentorship and coaching for both technical and behavioural skills.
- Prepare drawing packages & technical reports ensuring manufacturability is considered throughout the design process
- Produce design documentation FMEA P&IDs ICDs etc.
- Support with the definition of design requirements
- Support the testing structures and mechanisms including composites and metallic components
- Develop test plans monitor test activities and post-process and document test data to verify functional and performance requirements;
- Produce test jigs / fixtures to aid testing of components & assemblies;
YOULL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS:
- Aerospace mechanical or mechatronic engineering degree or equivalent qualification
- 5 years designing high performance mechanical systems
- Experience with CAD software such as NX (preferred) Fibersim (preferred) Solidworks CATIA
- The ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well within a team environment
- Sound analytical skills and the ability to see the big picture and making connections and appropriate decisions
- Have tenacity a can-do attitude and the ability to think quickly and make accurate judgements
THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:
- Experience in one of the following domain areas:
- Metallic or composite structures
- Mechanisms
- Pressurised systems
- Fluid Systems
WHAT TO EXPECT
Were on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth but thats not an easy task. It takes hard work determination relentless innovation teamwork grit and an unwavering commitment to achieving what others often deem impossible. Our people out-think out-work and out-pace. We pride ourselves on having each others backs checking our egos at the door and rolling up our sleeves on all tasks big and small. We thrive under pressure work to tight deadlines and our focus is always on how we can deliver rather than dwelling on the challenges that stand in the way.
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 Johnson at 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 hereITAR Regulations.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full Time
