Mission Control Test & Launch Engineer II

rocketlab; Wallops Island (VA); Presencial; USD 90.000 - 130.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Rocket Lab in Wallops Island, Virginia, seeks a Test and Launch Engineer II – Vehicle to join Mission Control for Electron and Neutron launch operations. You will develop test plans, procedures, HMIs, and participate in readiness reviews.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in Engineering with 2+ years in design, test, or operations; 4+ years may substitute for the degree. Prior mission-control experience is a plus.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (preferably Aerospace, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering).
• 2+ years of experience in engineering design, test and/or operations, with focus on mechanical systems, propulsion systems, or fluid systems.
• 4+ years of experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Responsabilidades

• Work in Mission Control as a console operator for vehicle systems during test campaigns, rehearsals, and launch operations.
• Develop and maintain test plans, operational procedures, and checklists for vehicle operations.
• Develop and improve HMIs for vehicle systems monitoring and control.
• Participate in operational readiness reviews, training simulations, and mission rehearsals.
• Perform real-time troubleshooting and data analysis during live operations to resolve vehicle system issues.
• Conduct post-test and post-launch data analysis to support continuous improvement efforts.
• Develop, integrate, and test mechanical and propulsion systems relating to Electron and Neutron launch vehicles.
• Oversee the configuration and checkout of launch vehicle systems including propulsion units, fluid systems, and mechanical assemblies.
• Lead and manage testing projects for launch vehicle systems, including static testing and integrated stage hot fire testing.
• Mentor and train other operators within the Test and Launch Operations team on launch vehicle mechanical and propulsion systems.
• Author, review and carry out operations procedures for vehicle systems.
• Support the development of Neutron vehicle operations procedures.
• Receive instructional training and become qualified as a launch operator on Electron launch vehicles.

Conocimientos

Engineering design

Test operations

Propulsion systems

Fluid systems

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Descripción del empleo

Rocket Lab in Wallops Island, Virginia, seeks a Test and Launch Engineer II – Vehicle to join Mission Control for Electron and Neutron launch operations. You will develop test plans, procedures, HMIs, and participate in readiness reviews.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in Engineering with 2+ years in design, test, or operations; 4+ years may substitute for the degree. Prior mission-control experience is a plus.