Mission Control Lead: Test & Launch Operations Engineer

WVSPS; Virginia; On-site; USD 110,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocket Lab seeks a Lead Test & Launch Operations Engineer based at Launch Complex 3, Wallops Island, VA. You will oversee end-to-end testing, launch, and mission operations for Electron and Neutron while coordinating cross-disciplinary teams and developing operational procedures.

You will lead readiness reviews, training, and mission rehearsals, and perform real-time data analysis to resolve vehicle anomalies, driving improvements across flight operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, aerospace, chemical engineering, or other technical degree.
• 5-8+ years of engineering experience with propulsion systems, aviation, launch vehicles, or spacecraft.
• Demonstrated proficiency with rocket propulsion systems and fluid/thermal systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of Engineers responsible for vehicle mechanical systems, propulsion systems, and fluid systems for Electron and Neutron launch operations.
• Work in Mission Control as the console operator for vehicle systems during test campaigns, rehearsals, and launch.
• Develop and maintain CONOPS for vehicle mechanical and propulsion systems.
• Create and continuously improve test plans, operational procedures, and checklists for vehicle operations.
• Design and implement HMIs for vehicle systems monitoring and control.
• Lead operational readiness reviews, training simulations, and mission rehearsals for vehicle operations.
• Perform real-time troubleshooting and data analysis during live operations to resolve vehicle system anomalies.
• Conduct post-test and post-launch data analysis to identify trends, anomalies, and improvement opportunities.

Skills

rocket propulsion systems

fluid/thermal systems

leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering

Job description

Rocket Lab seeks a Lead Test & Launch Operations Engineer based at Launch Complex 3, Wallops Island, VA. You will oversee end-to-end testing, launch, and mission operations for Electron and Neutron while coordinating cross-disciplinary teams and developing operational procedures.

You will lead readiness reviews, training, and mission rehearsals, and perform real-time data analysis to resolve vehicle anomalies, driving improvements across flight operations.