Launch-Grade Fluids Systems Engineer II

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Sick leave

Paid parental leave

Employee stock purchase program

Job summary

Rocket Lab’s Ground Systems Engineer II/Senior – Fluids role focuses on designing, building, and activating fluid systems for the Neutron launch vehicle. You’ll collaborate with suppliers, technicians, and cross‑functional teams from concept through commissioning to ensure reliability and readiness for missions.

The position requires an ABET‑accredited Mechanical Engineering degree with 2+ years in aerospace or industrial fluids, CAD proficiency (NX/SolidWorks), and strong sizing calculations

Qualifications

• ABET accredited Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or-equivalent.
• 2+ years of experience in design/testing/operations within aerospace or industrial sectors.
• 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 CAD software (NX).
• System sizing and analysis by hand calculations and numerical methods.
• Generate and maintain schematics of fluid/process systems (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

Fluid systems

Cryogenics

Hydraulics

HVAC

P&IDs

2D/3D CAD

Education

ABET-accredited Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

NX

SolidWorks

Job description

Rocket Lab’s Ground Systems Engineer II/Senior – Fluids role focuses on designing, building, and activating fluid systems for the Neutron launch vehicle. You’ll collaborate with suppliers, technicians, and cross‑functional teams from concept through commissioning to ensure reliability and readiness for missions.

The position requires an ABET‑accredited Mechanical Engineering degree with 2+ years in aerospace or industrial fluids, CAD proficiency (NX/SolidWorks), and strong sizing calculations