Jobs at Rocket Lab

Lead and execute spacecraft integration and test campaigns: define requirements and V&V plans, develop acceptance/qualification/R&D test plans, operate environmental test systems, maintain GSE, interface with test and flight software, investigate anomalies, and work with hardware-in-the-loop systems to validate spacecraft subsystems.

The Marine Engineer will design and develop recovery assets for the Neutron Recovery program, ensuring successful implementation for testing and flight operations. This includes leadership in technical design and collaboration with engineering teams.

The IT Network Engineer II will design, implement, and maintain IT network systems, focusing on infrastructure for Launch and Space Systems operations, ensuring high availability and compliance with standards.

The Senior Supplier Quality Engineer II manages quality standards for procured parts and services, acting as a liaison between suppliers and internal teams to ensure compliance and drive improvements in manufacturing methods.

The Senior/Principal Propulsion Engineer will lead the development, testing, and operation of the Archimedes Engine for the Neutron rocket, ensuring operational readiness and cross-functional collaboration.

As a Propulsion Engineer II, you will develop, test, and analyze the Archimedes Engine systems, ensuring reliability and operational success for the Neutron rocket program while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Lead development, maintenance, and analysis of integrated schedules for Space Systems programs. Coordinate with PMs, engineering, and supply chain to identify bottlenecks, create reports/dashboards, implement scheduling tools (ERP/MRP, SQL, Power BI), and drive process improvements to reduce lead times and support root-cause analysis using Lean/Six Sigma/Kaizen.

Manage software development for embedded systems related to communication in spacecraft, overseeing contractors and integrating secure network systems.

The Principal Network Software Engineer will manage the software development and integration of network communication systems for spacecraft, ensuring quality and project milestones are met while interfacing with teams and managing contracts.

Lead and execute Neutron landing and recovery operations from the control room, control recovery vessels/systems, develop automation, coordinate offshore troubleshooting, secure and monitor landed boosters, and drive continuous improvements across marine, vehicle, and launch teams.

Designs, implements, and operates corporate and mission IT infrastructure. Supports mission operations, leads infrastructure projects, performs upgrades/migrations, automates configuration management, and troubleshoots hardware/software across cloud and on-prem systems.

Manage production work orders and MRP supply/fulfillment planning, release work orders and kit requests, create material visibility reports, support prioritization and expediting, ensure accurate part master data, and coordinate cross-functionally to keep production clear-to-build.

Design, build, test, and maintain spacecraft propulsion systems. Own BOMs, manufacturing communication, testing requirements, hardware integration, documentation, cross-functional interfaces, project planning, risk identification, and mitigation.

Coordinate and expedite production work orders within MRP/ERP, release kit requests to inventory, clear blockers (part shortages, tickets, yield loss), support prioritization of subassemblies, and communicate status across cross-functional teams to meet integration timelines.

Lead full-cycle recruitment for critical roles at Rocket Lab HQ: partner with hiring managers, source and screen candidates, manage interviews and offers, build diverse pipelines, use Greenhouse for reporting, and travel to support other sites as needed.

Responsible for the integration, testing, and launch of the Neutron launch vehicle, including developing procedures and managing vehicle processing facilities.

The RF Systems Engineer II - Operations is responsible for defining TT&C plans, preparing interface documents, verifying operational readiness, and collaborating with internal and external teams for successful mission execution.

Support spacecraft systems engineering: develop and maintain technical budgets, requirements, simulations, test plans, and verification. Lead technical development, assist program management, define interfaces and CONOPS, and work hands-on with flight hardware and testing.

The Senior Production Planner coordinates production schedules, ensures timely material delivery, and maintains inventory accuracy while supporting the Supply Chain team.

Lead a production team in building large composite assemblies for the Neutron rocket, focusing on operational leadership, team management, and quality assurance.