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Lead Materials Engineer

3 weeks ago

Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand Psc By Rocket Lab Full time
About The Role
We're seeking a skilled Principal Development Engineer to join our team and contribute to the development of the Neutron rocket, a medium-lift, reusable launch vehicle capable of human spaceflight. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on a complex project from conceptual design through to integration and launch, leveraging your expertise in advanced materials and mechanical systems.

As a Principal Development Engineer, you will be responsible for defining and executing the design and certification strategy for mechanical structures and mechanisms across the Neutron launch vehicle. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to rapidly assess conceptual designs, perform system trade studies, and develop integrated design solutions.

Your Key Responsibilities
  • Work closely with mechanical engineers to rapidly assess conceptual designs, perform system trade studies, and develop integrated design solutions.
  • Define and document material architectural decisions from a component to system level, including material selection, properties, and design allowables; process definition and control; inspection methods; and practices for continuous improvement.
  • Design and coordinate/execute testing to generate material property databases for metallic components.
  • Initiate, manage, and control projects including internal and external stakeholders to ensure they deliver on time, to scope, and within budget.

You'll Bring These Qualifications
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering (or equivalent experience).
  • 8+ years industry experience in the design, development, and test of material systems in a relevant technical field (i.e., Aviation, Aerospace, Automotive, Marine).
  • Demonstrated experience with metallic materials and process development and qualification.
  • Demonstrated experience with composites and related materials (prepregs, fibers, resins, cores, adhesives, coatings, etc.).
  • Demonstrated experience in Carbon Fibre Manufacturing processes, including Hand-lamination (carbon fibre, fiberglass, Kevlar, etc.), Out-Of-Autoclave OOA material systems, Bonding operations.
  • Experience in metallic material performance and characteristics.
  • Proven communication skills and the ability to build strong working relationships with colleagues and engineering professionals.
  • The ability to work to tight deadlines within a high-pressure environment.
  • Strong desire to learn new material in order to solve difficult, ambiguous challenges.

We Offer
  • The opportunity to work on innovative and ground-breaking technology.
  • Relocation support and visa sponsorship.
  • An employee stock purchase program.
  • Access to world leading experts to develop your career.
  • Unlimited barista coffee, fruit, and snacks.
  • Rocket Lab merchandise - T-shirts, mission patches etc.
  • Discounted health insurance with Southern Cross.
  • Additional parental leave entitlements.
  • A vibrant team culture with social activities throughout the year.