Manufacturing Engineer II Senior I Manufacturing Engineer

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.

NEUTRON

Neutron is a medium lift launch vehicle capable of delivering the mega constellations of tomorrow high assurance payloads and human spaceflight. As a highly reusable launch platform Neutron will deliver a highly cost-effective and reliable launch solution leveraging Rocket Labs proven execution history with the Electron program. If youre interested in joining a high performing team pushing the boundaries with a clean sheet development of re-usable liquid launch vehicle this is your opportunity!

MANUFACTURING ENGINEER II / SENIOR - FLUID SYSTEMS

Based out of Rocket Labs headquarters in Long Beach CA the Manufacturing Engineer - Fluid Systems will develop implement and continuously improve the propulsion component assembly and integration manufacturing process through strong working knowledge of additive manufacturing machining welding assembly integration tooling test and quality techniques.

WHAT YOULL GET TO DO:

• Develop perform and qualify precision welding and fabrication of tubing components according to aerospace specifications.
• Utilize TIG MIG OTW and other welding methods to achieve the required structural integrity.
• Conduct thorough inspections of welded components employing NDE/NDT methods to identify and rectify defects.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to interpret and implement design specifications.
• When required lead problem containment and root cause/corrective action investigations
• Quickly analyze and resolve manufacturing discrepancies and non-conformances
• Collaborate with the quality team to identify and drive quality-related initiatives and improvements
• Liaison between production quality supply chain and design engineering staff for complex problem solving and process changes
• Identify plan and execute capital equipment machine and layout upgrades to meet production requirements including preparation of business cases
• Lead the continuous improvement process via Lean/Six Sigma tools and techniques
• Develop introduce and maintain new planning production quality ERP data collection and analysis and other processes where none exist

(This position can be hired as a Manufacturing Engineer II or Senior Manufacturing Engineer I Level)

YOULL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS AS A MANUFACTURING ENGINEER II - FLUID SYSTEMS:

• Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering manufacturing engineering aerospace engineering or other engineering discipline
• 2 years of experience developing and introducing fabrication methods such as OTW TIG proof testing and cleaning
• Experience setting up and/or operating a tube shop or build area

YOULL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS AS A SENIOR MANUFACTURING ENGINEER I FLUID SYSTEMS:

• Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering manufacturing engineering aerospace engineering or other engineering discipline
• 5 years of experience developing and introducing fabrication methods such as OTW TIG proof testing and cleaning
• Experience setting up and operating a tube shop or build area

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:

• 8 years of experience developing and introducing fabrication methods such as OTW TIG proof testing and cleaning
• Ability to create and deliver accurate and concise presentations for design manufacturing and quality
• Strong knowledge of metal working and fabrication processes
• Experience designing tooling in an aerospace manufacturing environment
• Hands-on with a passion for continuous improvement and building the best hardware
• Capable of solving complex problems with little to no supervision in a timely manner
• Adaptable and comfortable in an exciting dynamic and ever-evolving environment

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 area

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.