Quality Engineer II - Mechanical

Rocket Lab; Auckland; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading space company in Auckland seeks a Quality Engineer - Mechanical to ensure product excellence. You will monitor product quality, implement inspection procedures, and drive improvements across engineering and manufacturing. The ideal candidate has a degree in Science or Engineering and 3-5 years of relevant experience, preferably in the Aerospace sector. Join us to contribute to groundbreaking space missions.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years industry experience, ideally in Aerospace, Automotive, Mechatronics, or Marine industries.
• Experience with quality assurance processes.

Responsibilities

• Establish and oversee quality processes for product development and manufacturing.
• Create and implement inspection procedures and analyse metrics.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions.

Skills

Knowledge of DFMEA

PFMEA

8D

DFM

QC Tools

Education

Degree in Science or Engineering

Job description

Overview

Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more – all with the goal of opening access space. The rockets and satellites we build, and launch 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. Our Electron rockethas become the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket annually and has delivered more than 230 satellites to orbit. Our Space Systems business designs and builds our extensive line of satellites, payloads, and their components, including spacecraft that have been selected to support NASA missions to the Moon and Mars and components used on the James Webb Space Telescope.

Engineering is at the heart of Rocket Lab. Our engineering team has a proven track record of designing and developing world-class rockets and spacecraft that are changing the way we access and use space. You’ll work alongside driven, talented engineers from varied backgrounds and experience levels, all committed to the same mission. Our engineering team members span design, analysis, prototyping, testing, manufacturing, assembly and integration, quality control, engineering documentation, and more.

Position

QUALITY ENGINEER - MECHANICAL

As a Quality Engineer - Mechanical you will play a vital role in driving product excellence by evaluating and improving organizational processes. Key duties include monitoring product quality, collecting customer feedback, generating detailed quality reports, identifying areas for improvement, fostering strong cross-departmental relationships, and upholding rigorous quality standards. This position involves close collaboration across teams to enhance quality and streamline efficiencies throughout the product lifecycle. Join a driven team that’s tackling challenging projects, delivering on exciting missions, and making an impact on the future of space!

WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DO:

• Establish and oversee quality processes for product development and manufacturing.
• Create and implement inspection procedures and analyse metrics to drive improvements.
• Align quality systems across engineering, manufacturing, and operations.
• Lead root cause analysis, corrective actions, and system audits.
• Recommend initiatives to enhance product and system quality.
• Offer expertise in quality assurance and training while addressing customer concerns.
• Break down tasks, plan, estimate, and cut scope to ship on time.

YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS:

• A degree of Science or Engineering or similar field
• 3-5 years industry experience, ideally from the Aerospace, Automotive, Mechatronics or Marine industries
• Knowledge of DFMEA, PFMEA, 8D, DFM, QC Tools

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:

• Relevant experience in Aerospace Industry, such as assembly, test and integration.

WHAT TO EXPECT

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. Our people out-think, out-work and out-pace. We pride ourselves on having each other’s backs, checking our egos at the door, and rolling up our sleeves on all tasks big and small. We thrive under pressure, work to tight deadlines, and our focus is always on how we can deliver, rather than dwelling on the challenges that stand in the way.

Regulatory and location information

For candidates seeking to work in US offices only: to conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including ITAR, Rocket Lab employees must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations. Rocket Lab provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for the application/interview process for a job in the United States should contact the designated resource. For candidates seeking to work in New Zealand offices only: background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offers and nationality checks may be required to access equipment and data regulated by ITAR/EAR. These regulations can affect eligibility for employment. EEO statements: Rocket Lab is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants requiring accommodation for disabilities may contact the designated resource. These statements are provided to comply with applicable laws and company policy.