Fluid Systems Manufacturing Engineer II – Aerospace

Rocket Lab USA; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company equity

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) with company match

Onsite gym and food

3 weeks paid vacation

Job summary

Rocket Lab USA in Long Beach, CA is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer II / Senior – Fluid Systems. This role involves developing and improving propulsion component manufacturing processes through expertise in welding and fabrication.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering, with 2+ years for the Manufacturing Engineer II position and 5+ years for the Senior role. The position offers a competitive salary range of $100,000 to $165,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience for Manufacturing Engineer II or 5+ years for Senior role.
• Experience in setting up a tube shop or build area.
• Strong knowledge of metal-working and fabrication processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and qualify precision welding and fabrication of tubing components.
• Collaborate with engineering teams and lead problem containment.
• Identify and execute capital equipment upgrades.

Skills

Precision welding

Fabrication methods (OTW, TIG)

Quality control techniques

Lean/Six Sigma tools

Complex problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical/aerospace engineering or related

Job description

Rocket Lab USA in Long Beach, CA is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer II / Senior – Fluid Systems. This role involves developing and improving propulsion component manufacturing processes through expertise in welding and fabrication.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering, with 2+ years for the Manufacturing Engineer II position and 5+ years for the Senior role. The position offers a competitive salary range of $100,000 to $165,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package.