Space Launch Operations Engineer I/II

Rocket Lab Corp.; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocket Lab Corp. seeks an Integrated Operations Engineer I/II – Team X in Auckland to support testing, pre-launch and launch operations for Electron and related subsystems. The role requires hands-on experience with mechanical systems and real-time problem-solving in a fast-paced environment.

You will develop plans, coordinate procedures, and work across teams to ensure safe, efficient mission execution. Domestic and international travel are expected as part of this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent required.
• 2–5+ years of experience in engineering design, test, and/or operations.
• Experience with mechanical systems such as structures, propulsion, hydraulics, or HVAC.
• Ability to maintain situational awareness during complex operations.
• Demonstrated precision, detail-orientation, and ability to work under deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for and conduct testing, pre-launch operations, and launch operations.
• Define test and operations requirements.
• Develop, coordinate, and execute plans and procedures to conduct testing, operations, and flight safely.
• 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

Aerospace Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Test & Operations

Launch Vehicle Experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Test Equipment

Data Analysis

Job description

Rocket Lab Corp. seeks an Integrated Operations Engineer I/II – Team X in Auckland to support testing, pre-launch and launch operations for Electron and related subsystems. The role requires hands-on experience with mechanical systems and real-time problem-solving in a fast-paced environment.

You will develop plans, coordinate procedures, and work across teams to ensure safe, efficient mission execution. Domestic and international travel are expected as part of this role.