Manufacturing Engineering Intern- Spacecraft Components

JobSpace; Auckland; On-site; NZD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship from engineers

Exposure to rocket systems

Professional development in space tech

Job summary

Rocket Lab in Auckland invites applications for a Manufacturing Engineering Intern to join the team that supports spacecraft components from reaction wheels to propulsion systems. You will gain hands-on experience in manufacturing activities, tool design, and documentation.

Responsibilities include supporting production operations, tooling design, writing technician instructions, and conducting product testing while participating in team meetings and problem solving.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in a related engineering discipline.
• Strong written communication for technical docs.
• Able to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Support manufacturing operations and tooling optimisation.
• Assist with transfer of tasks to Production team.
• Assist with build and test of spacecraft components and fault analysis.
• Design production tooling and write clear work instructions for technicians.
• Support QA documentation to meet compliance.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics or Electrical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

3D printing

Job description

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Manufacturing Engineering Intern- Spacecraft Components

Manufacturing Engineering Intern- Spacecraft Components

We're looking for a motivated intern to join our Manufacturing Engineering team in Auckland. In this role, you'll gain hands‑on experience supporting manufacturing activities for spacecraft components from reaction wheels to propulsion systems.

Primary responsibilities include supporting production operations to meet customer deliveries, designing production tooling, writing work instructions for technicians, carrying out a variety of product testing, and investigating technical problems.

Responsibilities

• Support production operations, including optimisation of processes, tooling and equipment
• Assist with the transfer of tasks from the Manufacturing Engineering team to the Production team
• Assist with build and test of components, including problem‑solving of faults and non‑conformances
• Design production tooling and write clear work instructions for technicians
• Support Quality Assurance documentation to meet compliance requirements
• Collaborate with engineers and team members on spacecraft component manufacturing projects
• Participate in team meetings and contribute innovative ideas

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related discipline
• Strong communication skills with proven ability to write clear and concise technical documentation
• Can‑do approach and flexibility to thrive when plans change
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Passion for aerospace, space technology, and innovation
• Hands‑on fabrication experience with a variety of processes such as metal machining and 3D printing
• Previous internship or project experience in manufacturing or aerospace
• Familiarity with CAD software and manufacturing tools
• Hands‑on experience working on real aerospace and space technology projects

Benefits & Opportunities

• Mentorship from world‑class engineers and industry professionals
• Exposure to cutting‑edge rocket and spacecraft systems
• Professional development opportunities in the space industry
• Collaborative and innovative work environment
• Opportunity to contribute to missions that make a difference
• Potential pathway to future career opportunities at Rocket Lab