Senior Dynamics Analyst — Neutron: Vibration & Test Lead

Space Talent; Auckland; On-site; NZD 160,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocket Lab in Auckland, New Zealand, seeks a Senior Dynamics Analyst for the Neutron program. You will predict launch vehicle vibration environments using FE analyses, define sensors, and support dynamic testing across multiple teams.

The role requires 5+ years in aerospace, strong physics-based problem solving, and experience with Python and major FE packages. Based in Auckland, the position offers opportunity to contribute from concept through launch.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or similar field.
• 5+ years industry experience in aerospace, automotive, or marine industries.
• Strong physics-based problem solving approach.
• Experience with sensor selection and data post-processing (accelerometers, strain gauges, thermocouples).
• Experience with static and dynamic structural test methods: modal characterization, acoustics, random vibration, shock.
• Proficient in Python for data analysis.
• Experience with FE modelling and analysis in Femap/Nastran, Simcenter/NX Nastran, Abaqus, Optistruct/Hyperworks.
• Familiarity with NX CAD and Teamcenter packages.

Responsibilities

• Perform prediction of launch vehicle vibration environments based on finite element analysis and analytical methods.
• Contribute the test plan definition, support test activities, and post-process test results for dynamic testing (random vibration, acoustics, shock).
• Define suitable sensors (type and location) to monitor in-flight environments and post-process data to verify correlation with numerical predictions.
• Work closely with avionics, mechanical, fluids, and propulsion teams to determine mounting strategies for components.
• Collect documentation of test environments and qualification status for vehicle components.

Skills

5+ years aerospace experience

Python programming

Sensor data interpretation

Vibration testing methods

Physics-based problem solving

Education

Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering degree

Tools

Femap/NX Nastran

Simcenter/NX Nastran

Abaqus

Optistruct/Hyperworks

NX CAD

Teamcenter

Job description

Rocket Lab in Auckland, New Zealand, seeks a Senior Dynamics Analyst for the Neutron program. You will predict launch vehicle vibration environments using FE analyses, define sensors, and support dynamic testing across multiple teams.

The role requires 5+ years in aerospace, strong physics-based problem solving, and experience with Python and major FE packages. Based in Auckland, the position offers opportunity to contribute from concept through launch.