Vehicle Systems Engineer
6 days ago
About Rocket Lab Usa
Rocket Lab Usa is a global leader in launch and space systems. Our company provides reliable access to orbit since 2018, becoming one of the most frequently launched rockets in the world. We build and launch Electron rockets across our launch sites and test facilities in the United States and New Zealand.
Our team behind the success of Electron are diligent, move fast, and have each other's back to deliver a reliable rocket to the launch pad time and time again.
Senior Vehicle Development & Test Engineer Role
The Vehicle Development team designs and improves the structures, mechanisms, and fluid systems of the Electron Vehicle, including analysis and testing to ensure requirements are met. They collaborate with production, avionics, and propulsion teams to achieve project goals.
Responsibilities:
- Manage requirements, CAD, and testing of structural components, pressure vessels, and mechanical parts.
- Mentor within the Electron Engineering division while contributing to engineering outputs.
- Success is measured by the value of development and testing expertise, leadership in projects, collaboration across teams, and effective prioritisation of tasks.
About You
We're looking for a Senior Vehicle Development & Test Engineer to join our team. If you have a degree in aerospace, mechanical, or mechatronic engineering, or equivalent, we want to hear from you.
You'll bring:
- A minimum of 5+ years in mechanical systems development/testing with expertise in one mechanical engineering domain.
- Understanding of signal acquisition, measurement, error, and accuracy.
- Strong under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Good hands-on engineering skills.
- Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
- Strong analytical and systems-level thinking.
- Detail-oriented with a focus on high-quality, efficient work.
- Flexible and adaptable to change.
- Tenacious, with a can-do attitude and quick, accurate judgment.
We Offer
At Rocket Lab Usa, we're committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace culture where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. As a Senior Vehicle Development & Test Engineer, you'll be part of a driven team that's tackling challenging projects, delivering on exciting missions, and making an impact on the future of space.
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