Launch Vehicle Designer

3 days ago


Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand Rocket Lab USA Full time
About This Role

We're seeking a talented High-Performance Structures Developer to join our Neutron team. In this role, you will design and develop high-performance mechanical systems, including structures and mechanisms across the Neutron launch vehicle. You will also collaborate with analysis and manufacturing engineers to refine designs and ensure Neutron's materials, components, and assemblies meet their functional and performance requirements.

Responsibilities:
  • Design and develop conceptual designs in CAD for structures and mechanisms.
  • Support testing structures and mechanisms, including composites and metallic components.
  • Develop test plans, monitor test activities, and post-process test data to verify functional and performance requirements.
  • Collaborate with analysis and manufacturing engineers to refine designs and ensure Neutron's materials, components, and assemblies meet their functional and performance requirements.


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