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Develops precision mechanical and electromechanical hardware for space robotics, mechanisms, tooling, fixtures, and ground support equipment. Responsibilities span concept development, CAD design, analysis, drawing release, procurement, assembly, integration, environmental testing, qualification, and delivery. The engineer applies GD&T, tolerance analysis, material and process selection, hand calculations, and finite element analysis while collaborating with cross-functional engineering, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and test teams.

Design, implement, and verify FPGA firmware (VHDL) for spacecraft avionics using Xilinx and Microchip devices. Define requirements, develop verification (unit to system), produce documentation, and support test campaigns and on-orbit operations while collaborating across disciplines.

Manage multiple customer missions from contract signing to launch, oversee payload integration, assist business development, and maintain customer relationships.

The Ground Systems Engineer II/Senior is responsible for designing, building, and activating fluid systems for the Neutron Launch Vehicle, ensuring reliability and efficiency under harsh conditions. The role requires collaboration with suppliers and internal teams from concept to commissioning.

The Software Engineer II will develop full-stack software solutions for Rocket Lab's Manufacturing Execution System, working with various teams to improve operational efficiency.

The Vehicle Integration Engineer II ensures successful integration, testing, and launch of the Neutron launch vehicle by developing processes, designing tools, and maintaining planning documents.

Manage full-cycle recruiting for critical roles: source and screen candidates, partner with hiring managers, build diverse pipelines, conduct interviews and extend offers, use Greenhouse ATS for reporting, and travel occasionally to support other sites.

Creates branded graphics across digital, print, presentations, events, merchandise, mission campaigns, vehicle livery, and web content. Translates complex aerospace technology into accessible visual concepts, supports motion and social media assets, manages multiple projects, coordinates with vendors and stakeholders, maintains brand standards and asset libraries, and contributes to Rocket Lab’s evolving visual identity.

Provides comprehensive People & Culture support, including employee inquiries, HR guidance, onboarding and offboarding, personnel records, employment verifications, engagement programs, event coordination, HRIS administration, and confidential data management. The role also supports process improvements, employee merchandise, documentation, and general administrative tasks while occasionally traveling to company events.

Leads global payroll and employment-tax compliance for 3,000+ employees across U.S. and international locations. Oversees payroll processing, audits, reconciliations, tax compliance, payroll controls, benefits-related payroll activities, shadow payroll, M&A integrations, and ADP NZ deployment. Manages and develops the payroll accounting team, partners with HR, Finance, Accounting, and IT, resolves discrepancies, supports month-end close, and drives payroll-system improvements, automation, reporting, and scalability.