Ground Systems Fluids Engineer II — Space Launch

NCAEC; Virginia; On-site; USD 87,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Stock Purchase Program

Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Rocket Lab in Virginia is seeking a Ground Systems Engineer II/Senior – Fluids to design, build, and activate cryogenic, hydraulic, fuels, and high-pressure gas fluid systems for the Neutron launch vehicle. The role is hands-on, collaborating with suppliers, technicians, and cross-functional teams from concept through commissioning.

Ideal candidates hold an ABET Mechanical Engineering degree, 2+ years in aerospace or industrial fluids design, and proficiency with NX and SolidWorks.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in directly applicable design, testing, and/or operations within the aerospace or industrial sectors.
• Knowledge of fluid systems, sizing calculations, and P&IDs.
• Proficiency in CAD software (NX, Solidworks)

Responsibilities

• Design of fluid systems including cryogenics, hydraulics, fuels, high pressure gases and HVAC.
• 2D and 3D modelling through the use of CAD software, specifically NX.
• System sizing and analysis by hand calculation and numerical methods
• Generate & maintain schematics of fluid/process systems e.g. P&IDs, connection diagrams.
• Component selection, development, and maintenance of BOMs
• Interact with suppliers and internal teams
• Support certification of launch pad fluid systems
• Support maintenance program development

Skills

2+ years aerospace design experience

Fluid systems knowledge

Sizing calculations

P&IDs knowledge

CAD NX

CAD SolidWorks

Education

ABET accredited Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

NX

Solidworks

Job description

Rocket Lab in Virginia is seeking a Ground Systems Engineer II/Senior – Fluids to design, build, and activate cryogenic, hydraulic, fuels, and high-pressure gas fluid systems for the Neutron launch vehicle. The role is hands-on, collaborating with suppliers, technicians, and cross-functional teams from concept through commissioning.

Ideal candidates hold an ABET Mechanical Engineering degree, 2+ years in aerospace or industrial fluids design, and proficiency with NX and SolidWorks.