RF Test Engineer Intern (Aerospace)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship from RF and avionics"

Exposure to cutting-edge RF technology

Professional development opportunities

Hands-on aerospace RF systems

Job summary

Rocket Lab in Auckland is seeking a motivated RF Test Engineering Intern to join our RF Development team at the Auckland Production Complex. You will certify RF systems for Rocket Lab's Neutron launch vehicle, working with RF, avionics, and manufacturing teams to qualify components for reusable launch applications.

This hands-on role offers exposure to cutting-edge RF technology and real space projects, with opportunities to contribute to missions reaching for the stars and to develop

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronics, Communications, RF Engineering or equivalent.
• Hands-on experience with RF test equipment (signal generators, VNAs, spectrum analyzers).
• Knowledge of transmission line theory.
• Ability to apply engineering concepts and theories.
• Strong problem-solving skills and accountability.
• Positive, proactive communicator and team player.

Responsibilities

• Work with RF components (radios, amplifiers, passives, antennas) and define test campaigns per requirements.
• Collaborate across RF, avionics, and manufacturing to develop fit-for-purpose tests.
• Adapt or build test assets for campaigns and lead qualification testing (S-parameters, noise figure, thermal cycling, vibration, shock, leakage).
• Document results and contribute to technical reports.
• Own tasks and deliver results within deadlines.
• Communicate effectively and support teammates as needed.

Skills

RF test equipment

Transmission line theory

Problem solving

Self-management

Team collaboration

Communication

Proactive communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronics/Communications/RF Engineering

Tools

RF test equipment: signal generators

VNAs

Spectrum analyzers

Job description

Rocket Lab in Auckland is seeking a motivated RF Test Engineering Intern to join our RF Development team at the Auckland Production Complex. You will certify RF systems for Rocket Lab's Neutron launch vehicle, working with RF, avionics, and manufacturing teams to qualify components for reusable launch applications.

This hands-on role offers exposure to cutting-edge RF technology and real space projects, with opportunities to contribute to missions reaching for the stars and to develop