Lead Propulsion Test Engineer, Archimedes Engine

Rocket Lab Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocket Lab seeks a Lead Propulsion Test Engineer at the Stennis Test Center to guide the team conducting liquid rocket engine propulsion tests. You will create procedures, review results, and coordinate components, propellants, and schedule with vendors and the propulsion design group.

The role requires 5+ years in propulsion testing, an engineering degree, and a proven leadership track record delivering complex test programs from concept to operation.

Qualifications

• 5+ years industry experience.
• Engineering degree.
• Experience from previous employment that meets engineering experience title and skills.
• Demonstrated skills within the rocket propulsion industry where applicable to deliver required company outcomes.
• Proven track record of leading a team to deliver multiple complete and successful engineering projects from conception to operation.
• Broad experience in propulsion testing and operations that may include structural design, cryogenics, high pressure gas systems, and dynamic modelling.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Manager of the team of engineers and technicians who run liquid rocket engine propulsion tests.
• Generate and execute detailed test procedures.
• Review and interpret test data for facility health and engine performance.
• Specify and procure components and propellants.
• Manage vendors and subcontractors.
• Plan and oversee facility schedule.
• Support requirements development with propulsion design team for test sequencing.
• Establish requirements for new facility capability.
• Contribute to configuration management, quality, cost, and process control.
• Be an advocate for safety of the test team and test stand operations.

Skills

Team leadership

Rocket propulsion

Propulsion testing

Engineering degree

Data interpretation

Test planning

Education

Engineering degree

Masters or PhD (nice to have)

Tools

Data acquisition software

Job description

Rocket Lab seeks a Lead Propulsion Test Engineer at the Stennis Test Center to guide the team conducting liquid rocket engine propulsion tests. You will create procedures, review results, and coordinate components, propellants, and schedule with vendors and the propulsion design group.

The role requires 5+ years in propulsion testing, an engineering degree, and a proven leadership track record delivering complex test programs from concept to operation.