Manufacturing Engineer I Propulsion

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.

ENGINEERING
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.

MANUFACTURING ENGINEER I - PROPULSION

Based out of Rocket Labs Engine Development Center in Long Beach CA the Manufacturing Engineer I - Propulsionis responsible for overseeing the introduction and implementation of new products and product revisions as related to both Launch and Space Systems engines. You will support the Director of Manufacturing Engineering and Production organization with deliverables required for internal leadership board of directors and investors.

WHAT YOULL GET TO DO:

• Contribute to design reviews acting as an expert in design for manufacture design for test productivity supplier capability assessments quality control etc.
• Perform initial Value Stream Mapping Exercises Method of Manufacture plans cell design etc.
• Implement Factory layouts Equipment selection FAT SAT and production commissioning.
• Develop production processes and ensure they are accurately and clearly documented including testing procedures health and safety requirements and supervisor signoffs.
• Interface with the quality team to resolve manufacturing engineering quality responsibilities and when required lead problem containment and structured root cause & corrective action investigations.
• Design develop and implement tooling and equipment for use in a production environment where appropriate to improve quality delivery and/or cost performance.
• Lead the continuous improvement process in your area using lean tools and techniques such as 5S.
• Introduce automation where appropriate and ensure equipment data links directly to MRP and quality systems.

YOULL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS AS A MANUFACTURING ENGINEER I - PROPULSION:

• Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering manufacturing engineering aerospace engineering or similar engineering discipline
• Understanding of fluid and structural mechanics fundamentals
• Knowledge in manufacturing processes for aerospace materials

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:

• Advanced engineering degree (Preferably Manufacturing Mechanical Electrical or Aerospace)
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes common to fluid components
• Experience with assembly & testing of turbomachinery and combustion devices
• Experience with designing implementing and supporting a production line and/or build area
• Experience with manufacturing processes including but not limited to TIG EB and laser welding heat treating metal forming additive manufacturing CNC machining and precision cleaning
• Experience transitioning products from design to production as a part of cross-functional team in a fast-paced iterative design environment
• Experience performing root cause and corrective action projects and PFMEA / DFMEA of manufacturing processes and products

This position may require prolonged periods of sitting standing walking computer work and occasional exposure to moderate levels of noise dust and fumes in production areas

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.