Ground Systems Engineer II, Mechanical – Space Test Facilities

Telemetry Today LLC; Mississippi; On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocket Lab in Mississippi is seeking a Ground Systems Engineer II to design, build, and maintain critical test facilities that support the Archimedes engine and Neutron launch vehicles. You will collaborate across engineering to ensure the facilities meet test objectives and safety standards.

Ideal candidates have a mechanical or aerospace background, 2+ years of relevant experience, and hands-on familiarity with NX/Teamcenter and ASME B31.1.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering.
• 2+ years of experience in rocket engine test stand or launch complex design and build.
• Working knowledge in Siemens NX and Teamcenter.
• Familiarity with ASME B31.1.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and integrate critical test systems to support all test objectives and requirements.
• Work with a team of technicians and engineers to perform troubleshooting to resolve facility and test operations issues.
• Develop maintenance protocols for new and existing facility infrastructure.
• Collaborate with Archimedes engine and Neutron vehicle design teams to prepare and perform tests on key engine and stage hardware.
• Work hand in hand with the test operators to complete design, build, installation and checkout of facility systems.
• This includes helping maintain cleanliness and integrity of systems, ensure component level verifications are performed, and ensuring internal standards are met.

Skills

Siemens NX

Teamcenter

ASME B31.1

Rocket engine test stand experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering

Tools

NASA GFSSP

Ansys Fluent

CAESAR

JIRA

Job description

Rocket Lab in Mississippi is seeking a Ground Systems Engineer II to design, build, and maintain critical test facilities that support the Archimedes engine and Neutron launch vehicles. You will collaborate across engineering to ensure the facilities meet test objectives and safety standards.

Ideal candidates have a mechanical or aerospace background, 2+ years of relevant experience, and hands-on familiarity with NX/Teamcenter and ASME B31.1.