Lead Space Robotics Mechanical Engineer

Rocket Lab Corporation

Pasadena (TX)

In loco

USD 132.000 - 176.000

Tempo pieno

14 giorni+

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Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Employee Stock Purchase Program (15%)

Competitive medical plans

Dental and vision coverage

Paid vacation and sick time

11 paid holidays

Flexible spending accounts

Paid parental leave

Disability and life insurance

401(k) with company match

Subsidized EV charging

Onsite fitness centers

Discounted gym memberships

Complimentary snacks and beverages

50% employee discount on merch store

Descrizione del lavoro

Rocket Lab Robotics in Pasadena, CA, is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer II to lead mechanical design and mechanism development for space robotics hardware. You will translate program needs into practical architectures, manage verification, and deliver flight-ready hardware with a hands-on leadership style.

Ideal candidates have deep SolidWorks experience, tolerance analysis expertise, and a track record delivering high-reliability aerospace hardware.

Competenze

Bachelor's degree in mechanical, aerospace, mechatronics, robotics or related field.
8+ years in mechanical engineering, aerospace/spaceflight or robotics hardware.
3+ years as responsible engineer or technical lead for mechanical subsystems.
Proven hardware delivery from concept to flight delivery.
Deep experience designing precision mechanisms and robotic systems.
Strong SolidWorks experience with production drawings and GD&T.
Experience using first-principles calculations and FEA to guide design.
Knowledge of aerospace materials, interfaces, and manufacturing processes.
Hands-on assembly, integration, testing, and iteration capability.
Experience leading technical reviews and cross-functional coordination.

Mansioni

Lead mechanical and mechanism development with scope, schedule, and risk management.
Be responsible engineer for complex components from design to delivery.
Lead trade studies on mechanical architecture, interfaces, and materials.
Lead design reviews with cross-functional teams and ensure closure.
Manage schedules, vendors, budgets, and risk mitigation.
Mentor engineers and contribute to design standards and best practices.
Develop precision mechanisms and spaceflight hardware for ground/flight use.
Translate program needs into practical mechanical architectures and tests.
Document decisions, analyses, verification results for milestones.