Launch Vehicle Test Engineer II

Rocket Lab; Wallops Island (VA); On-site; USD 94,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee stock purchase program

Stock options / equity

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Rocket Lab is seeking a Vehicle Test and Launch Engineer II in the Virginia area to advance Electron and Neutron launch vehicle testing. You will lead mechanical systems development, oversee configurations, and drive testing projects from concept through execution.

The role emphasizes mentorship of operators, creation of CONOPS/HMIs, and hands-on problem solving in a fast-paced environment. Competitive compensation and equity are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Engineering (Aerospace, mechanical, electrical or mechatronic) is required.
• 2+ years of experience in engineering design, test and/or operations (mechanical or propulsion).
• 6+ years of experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Responsibilities

• Develop, integrate, and test mechanical systems for Electron and Neutron launch vehicles (≤140 chars).
• Oversee configuration and checkout of launch vehicle systems (≤140 chars).
• Lead and manage testing projects for launch vehicle systems, including static and hot-fire tests (≤140 chars).
• Mentor and train operators within the Integrated Operations team on mechanical/propulsion systems (≤140 chars).
• Develop CONOPS and HMIs related to vehicle stage and engine hardware (≤140 chars).
• Perform real-time troubleshooting to resolve test/operations issues (≤140 chars).
• Author, review and carry out operations procedures (≤140 chars).

Skills

Engineering design

Test & operations

Leadership/mentorship

Education

Bachelor Degree in Engineering

Job description

Rocket Lab is seeking a Vehicle Test and Launch Engineer II in the Virginia area to advance Electron and Neutron launch vehicle testing. You will lead mechanical systems development, oversee configurations, and drive testing projects from concept through execution.

The role emphasizes mentorship of operators, creation of CONOPS/HMIs, and hands-on problem solving in a fast-paced environment. Competitive compensation and equity are offered.