Integrated Operations Engineer - Spaceflight Testing & Launch

Rocketlab; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocket Lab in Auckland is seeking an Integrated Operations Engineer to lead testing, pre-launch activities, and launch operations across multiple sites. You will define requirements, develop procedures, and ensure safe, efficient operations during complex missions.

The role calls for 2–5+ years in engineering design, test, or operations, with experience in mechanical systems and the ability to maintain real-time communication.

Qualifications

• Degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• 2-5+ years of engineering design, test, and/or operations experience.
• Experience with mechanical systems including structures, propulsion, hydraulics, or instrumentation.
• Ability to maintain situational awareness during complex operations.
• Self-driven, detail-oriented, with a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for and conduct testing, pre-launch operations, and launch operations.
• Define test and operations requirements.
• Develop, coordinate, and execute plans to safely conduct testing, operations, and flight.
• Conduct test and operations on-console with real-time communications.
• Troubleshoot and resolve test and operations issues in real-time.
• Perform failure investigations and root cause analyses to prevent recurrence.
• Perform post-test and post-flight data review and analyses.
• Continually improve and streamline integration, testing, and operations.
• Domestic and international travel will be required.

Skills

Situational awareness

Real-time communications

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Positive attitude

Education

Degree in Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Rocket Lab in Auckland is seeking an Integrated Operations Engineer to lead testing, pre-launch activities, and launch operations across multiple sites. You will define requirements, develop procedures, and ensure safe, efficient operations during complex missions.

The role calls for 2–5+ years in engineering design, test, or operations, with experience in mechanical systems and the ability to maintain real-time communication.