Team Lead Neutron Tanks

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.

TEAM LEAD NEUTRON TANKS

Join Neutrons Mechanical team and lead the charge in delivering cutting-edge systems across structural mechanical fluid and thermal domains for a next-generation launch vehicle. As a Mechanical Lead youll manage a talented team of engineers and own the design development and delivery of critical systems from concept to launch. Youll drive projects through all phasesdesign testing qualification and integrationwhile collaborating across departments and solving complex technical challenges to keep progress moving at pace. This is your chance to lead groundbreaking engineering efforts mentor a high-performing team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of space exploration. If you thrive in ambiguity and are eager to take projects from vision to reality this is the opportunity for you!

WHAT YOULL GET TO DO:

• Lead the overall delivery of Neutron mechanical system(s) across their lifecycle: including conceptual & critical design development test qualification integration and operational support.
• Ensure successful delivery of key engineering projects through effective project management: including setup monitoring and control of schedule budget resource & technical risk.
• Actively collaborate between departments (i.e. supply chain quality production) & teams (i.e. Fluids Avionics Propulsion) to ensure Program activities are appropriately prioritised.
• Manage mentor and support direct reports to be motivated effective and efficient in their roles.
• Coordinate activities between design test and analysis engineers to develop & mature concepts and manufacturing engineers to identify suitable materials and define pragmatic build processes.
• Proactively identify and solve technical challenges to allow projects to proceed at pace.

Successful candidates in this role will thrive in ambiguity and are excited to work in a small high performing team focused on continued learning and growth. This position is ideal for an experienced engineer keen to lead projects from conceptual design through to integration and launch.

YOULL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS:

• A degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar field
• 5 years experience within a high-performance industry environment (Aerospace aviation automotive marine or equivalent)
• Proven track record of leading a team to deliver complete and successful engineering projects from conception to operation
• The ability to work to deadlines within a high-pressure environment
• Proven communication skills and the ability to build strong working relationships with colleagues
• Experience working on one or more of the areas below to solve industry related problems applicable to mechanical systems:
  • Composite materials
  • Moving Mechanical Assemblies
  • Pressure Vessels
  • Aerodynamic Control systems
  • Fluid Systems
  • Thermal Protection systems

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:

• Experience with CAD software such as NX (preferred) Solidworks CATIA or similar
• Experience using Product Lifecycle Management software such as Teamcenter (preferred) Windchill or similar

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:

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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.