Machining Engineer II – Aerospace Engine Components

Rocketlab; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocketlab seeks a Manufacturing Engineer II/Senior specializing in Machining at their Long Beach headquarters. This role involves machining development for the Rutherford and Archimedes engines, ensuring timely delivery of projects.

The candidate will contribute to design reviews, select machinery, and lead improvement projects, perfect for those with a background in mechanical engineering and machining.

A competitive salary range of $100,000 to $155,000 USD is offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, aerospace, manufacturing engineering, or equivalent.
• 2+ years of machine shop experience (Manufacturing Engineer II) or 5+ years (Senior).
• Experience in CAM software and CNC equipment.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to design reviews for manufacturing.
• Select and procure machine shop equipment.
• Develop and implement tooling for production.
• Lead continuous improvement projects.

Skills

CAM software

3 and 5-axis CNC equipment

GD&T and inspection methods

Machining experience

Lean/Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, aerospace, or manufacturing engineering

Tools

3D CAD software

NX CAM programming

Job description

Rocketlab seeks a Manufacturing Engineer II/Senior specializing in Machining at their Long Beach headquarters. This role involves machining development for the Rutherford and Archimedes engines, ensuring timely delivery of projects.

The candidate will contribute to design reviews, select machinery, and lead improvement projects, perfect for those with a background in mechanical engineering and machining.

A competitive salary range of $100,000 to $155,000 USD is offered.