Ground Systems Engineer II Mechanical Team X

ABOUT ROCKET LAB

Rocket Lab is the end-to-end space company building rockets spacecraft and critical subsystems that keep the world connected protected expand humanitys reach to the Moon Mars and beyond. We move fast build real hardware for meaningful missions and make the impossible routine. Come shape the future with us.

Join our Ground Systems Engineering team and play a hands-on role in designing the infrastructure that supports Electron and Neutron launch vehicles - from the factory floor all the way to orbit. As a Ground Systems Engineer youll work on real hardware real launch pads and real missions gaining exposure across design testing and operations.

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated early-career engineer who wants to learn fast take ownership and help deliver world-class launch systems.

WHAT YOULL GET TO DO:

Design & Engineering

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project requirements
• Design mechanical systems including vehicle interfaces structures mechanisms and fluid systems
• Create 2D and 3D models using CAD software
• Develop schematics P&IDs process diagrams and BOMs
• Perform design trade studies and ensure compliance with engineering standards
• Work closely with vendors and internal production teams to optimize designs for manufacturability
• Contribute to risk assessments hazard analyses and FMEAs
• Produce technical documentation such as manuals procedures and work instructions

Integration & Test

• Support the development and execution of component- and system-level test plans
• Design and maintain test equipment
• Assist with post-test and post-flight data analysis
• Help maintain interface control documentation between launch vehicles and ground systems

Operations Support

• Work alongside test and operations teams to keep systems mission-ready
• Support installation commissioning testing troubleshooting and launch operations - on-site or remotely

YOULL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Diploma or degree in Aerospace Mechanical Mechatronics or CAD Engineering (or equivalent)
• Experience with structural design and industrial equipment
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced hands-on environment

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:

• Experience with launch pad systems or industries such as oil & gas mining or process engineering
• Exposure to fluid system design
• Experience with NX Teamcenter SolidWorks or EPDM
• Familiarity with ASME ASTM AS/NZS or NASA ground system standards
• 1 years of engineering design experience in aerospace or industrial sectors

WHY YOULL THRIVE HERE:

• You take ownership of your work and see tasks through to completion
• Youre curious proactive and always asking How can I help
• Youre eager to learn seek feedback and build your engineering judgment
• You value safety teamwork and doing things the right way

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• Domestic and international travel may be required
• Commitment to health safety and company policies is essential

Apply now and take your first steps toward a career at the cutting edge of space systems engineering.

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.

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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 here ITAR Regulations.