Build Engineer II — Space Propulsion Hardware

Rocket Lab Corporation; Mississippi; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocket Lab Corporation in the United States is seeking a Build Engineer to own the Archimedes engine build activities at the Mississippi test facility. You will work hands-on with hardware, resolve blockers, and drive continuous improvements across assembly, integration and checkout operations.

This fast-paced role supports high test cadence for propulsion development. The position offers ownership over tooling, shop floor design, and cross-functional collaboration with design, manufacturing,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, aerospace, or manufacturing engineering or other technical degree.
• 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing, integration or assembly environment.
• Experience with propulsion systems, complex mechanical assemblies, or shop floor operations.
• Demonstrated ability to solve complex, hands-on technical problems in real time.

Responsibilities

• Own the build process for the Archimedes engine and related propulsion hardware at the test site.
• Design and implement improvements to shop floor layout and flow to optimize efficiency, safety, and quality of engine builds, including tooling and equipment.
• Develop, document, and improve procedures for assembly, integration and check-out operations.
• Create and maintain engine build work orders for traceable assembly operations.
• Support technicians performing engine build work, resolving blockers and clarifying build requirements.
• Coordinate with manufacturing and supply chain to ensure timely availability of engine parts.
• Work with design, manufacturing, and quality teams to implement design changes and drive hardware improvements.
• Align build processes with Neutron production site standards.
• Lead and participate in root cause and corrective action investigations.

Skills

Hands-on problem solving

Shop floor operations

Assembly & integration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, aerospace, or manufacturing engineering

Tools

Siemens NX

Job description

Rocket Lab Corporation in the United States is seeking a Build Engineer to own the Archimedes engine build activities at the Mississippi test facility. You will work hands-on with hardware, resolve blockers, and drive continuous improvements across assembly, integration and checkout operations.

This fast-paced role supports high test cadence for propulsion development. The position offers ownership over tooling, shop floor design, and cross-functional collaboration with design, manufacturing,