Fluids and Mechanical Testing Specialist

5 days ago


Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand Tbwa ChiatDay Inc Full time

About the Team

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The 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.

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The team consists of development engineers and development technicians with a range of experience and skillsets, spanning systems engineering, design, build, test, and operations. The common thread across all members of the team is the ability to work hands-on with development, qualification, and flight hardware.

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The team interfaces regularly with stakeholders across the company, including GNC, Manufacturing Engineering, Production, Flight Software, Thermal, Structures, and others.

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Your Responsibilities

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As a Senior Fluids and Mechanical Test Engineer, your responsibilities will include:

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  • Developing new systems and components and innovating on existing designs\
  • Identifying and solving challenges that arise during development, qualification, and production\
  • Helping to set best practices, providing guidance, training, and mentorship to other team members\
  • Reviewing and signoff on test plans and test reports\
  • Making risk-based decisions to guide the team through development challenges\
  • Having a systems engineering mindset and communicating well and regularly with many different stakeholders\
  • Working with high levels of ambiguity, resourcefully making decisions using engineering first principles, available information, and risk\
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About Rocket Lab

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Rocket Lab is a global leader in launch and space systems. Our rockets and satellites 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.

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We'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.



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