Senior Space Propulsion Design Engineer

2 days ago

Auckland, New Zealand Rocket Lab USA Full time

Rocket Lab is a global leader in launch and space systems.
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 rocket has provided reliable access to orbit since 2018, becoming one of the most frequently launched rockets in the world.
Neutron will be our next rocket on the launch pad, an advanced 13-tonne payload class, reusable rocket to launch the mega constellations of the future.
Join our pioneering team and launch your career to new heightsABOUT THE TEAMThe Space Systems Propulsion team is responsible for developing and delivering qualified, flight-ready space vehicle propulsion systems.
The team takes on cradle-to-grave ownership of systems and components, from mission requirement through detailed design, qualification, integration, and on-orbit operation.
Examples of past work include the Curie and Hyper Curie engines, and the ESCAPADE spacecraft propulsion systems.
Currently, the team is working on the whole propulsion system for the Victus Haze mission.
The team consists of development engineers and development technicians with a range of experience and skillsets, spanning systems engineering, design, build, test, and operations.
WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DO: Owning development of new or existing products or systems, acting as technical lead to guide team through end-to-end development process.
Conceptual and detailed designs in CAD for propulsion system components as well as calculations, analysis, and system designs.
Review and approval of others’ drawings, 3 D PMI, reports, and specifications.
General systems engineering tasks including requirements gathering and definition as well as communicating with internal and external project stakeholders.
Project management including schedule building and maintenance, identifying risk and priority, and providing tasking to others on the project.
Mentorship and coaching of people within the team on technical and professional development.
YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS: A genuine passion for engineering, curious mindset, and willingness to learn.
An engineering degree and 5+ years of experience in propulsion development, or equivalent high-performance field.
Detailed mechanical design experience using NX (preferred) or equivalent industry standard CAD software and PLM such as Teamcenter.
Demonstrated hands-on engineering skills, inside or outside the workplace.
Track record of design reviews and approving release of production parts.
Comfortable working with high levels of ambiguity; making decisions using basic engineering principles, available information, and risk.
THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE: Practice in identifying the necessary steps to achieve high level technical goals, scheduling them in a plan, and managing delivery against that plan.
Experience developing requirement and verification sets, as well as writing test plans, performing testing, and writing test reports.
Capabilities using Python for data manipulation and post-processing.
Experience with end-to-end development process including gathering requirements, detailed design, qualification, production, and acceptance testing.
Masters or Ph D.
Rocket Lab Employee Benefits The opportunity to work on innovative and groundbreaking technology An employee stock purchase program Access to world leading experts to develop your career Unlimited barista coffee, fruit, and snacks Discounted health insurance with Southern Cross Additional parental leave entitlements If the above sounds like you, apply nowWHAT TO EXPECTWe’re on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth, but that’s 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 other’s 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.
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.
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.
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