Integrated Operations Engineer I

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.

While other companies talk about it we do it!

ABOUT ENGINEERING AT ROCKET LAB:

Engineering is at the heart of Rocket Lab. Our engineering team has a proven track record of designing and developing world-class rockets and spacecraft that are changing the way we access and use space. Youll work alongside driven talented engineers from varied backgrounds and experience levels all committed to the same mission. Our engineering team members span design analysis prototyping testing manufacturing assembly and integration quality control engineering documentation and more.

• Must have Operations experience and an understanding or experience of how Test works and what is involved (Rocket experience a plus but not necessary)
• Candidates with hands-on Mechanical operations experience in propulsion systems engine operation or pressure vessel systems. Particularly understanding how propellants (oxygen/kerosene) work within Rocket engines and tanks
• Prepare for and conduct testing pre-launch operations and launch operations
• Define test and operations requirements
• Prepare test plans and procedures
• Perform flight vehicle and facility checkouts and readiness testing
• Troubleshoot and resolve test and operations issues real-time
• Perform post-test and post-flight data review and analyses
• Continually improve and streamline integration testing and operations
• Domestic and international travel will be required

Required Skills & Experience

• Self-driven motivated and contagiously positive
• Comfortable and capable working in a highly collaborative team-centric environment
• Proven communication skills and ability to build strong working relationships
• Able to maintain situational awareness and real-time communications throughout complex operations
• Careful work ethic with an eye for detail
• Ability to work under pressure and to strict deadlines

Desired Skills & Experience

• 1-2 years of Engineering experience
• Aerospace Mechanical Electrical Mathematics Physics Engineering Degree
• Strong hands-on problem-solving skills
• Strong technical skills with direct experience in test and/or operations
• Experience with launch vehicles or spacecraft including integration testing launch or mission operations
• Experience and/or expertise with electrical systems including one or more of avionics power communications networking software data handling RF instrumentation or command & control electronics
• Experience and/or expertise with mechanical systems including one of more of structures mechanisms propulsion pressurization hydraulics pneumatics HVAC instrumentation or command & control systems

If the above sounds like you apply now!

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.