Flight Analysis Engineer II

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.

NEUTRON

Rocket Labs Neutron team is responsible for bringing our new large rocket Neutron and its launch and test sites to life. From designing and testing Neutrons structures and components to firing up its new Archimedes engines to setting up Neutrons launch pads and test sites across the United States joining the Neutron team is your opportunity to help launch a new large rocket for the very first time.

FLIGHT ANALYSIS ENGINEER II

As a Flight Analyst you will be responsible for mission analysis flight safety analysis new vehicle analysis and supporting recovery operations. You will interface with other departments within Rocket Lab as well as external agencies.

The scope of the flight analysis team includes developing methods software tools data packages and technical reports for flight safety launch availability and on-orbit operations to support Electron and Neutron mission operations. Join a driven team thats tackling challenging projects delivering on exciting missions and making an impact on the future of space!

WHAT YOULL GET TO DO:

• Develop flight analysis methods and assumptions and ensure that they are up-to-date with regulatory requirements
• Development and maintenance of in-house flight analysis tools including but not limited to launch vehicle trajectory and performance evaluation debris modelling re-entry analysis failure effects reliability and mission risk
• Development and execution of 6 DoF and 3 DoF simulations
• Development of statistical models to quantify failure probabilities
• Handling processing and analysis of large data sets
• Programming in languages such as Python and C
• Parallel computing and software design for efficiency
• Maintenance and improvement of in-house tools
• General modelling and simulation

YOULL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS:

• A Bachelors degree in Engineering science or equivalent qualification or 5 years experience in engineering analysis - numerical modelling & simulation statistics multi-physics or similar fields.
• Ability to communicate effectively and write clear concise written content.
• Strong programming skills and familiarity with programming languages Python C.
• Good understanding of launch vehicle flight dynamics orbital mechanics and GNC.
• Familiarity with configuration management and version control.
• Strong technical writing skills familiarity with LaTeX is a plus.

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:

• Advanced degree in engineering science or equivalent masters or PhD
• Experience generating various safety documents including flight safety data packages compliance matrices analysis reports FMECA
• Experience with launch vehicle flight safety programs

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:

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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.