Propulsion Systems Engineer – Lead, Modeling & Testing

Rocketlab; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocketlab is engaged in seeking a Propulsion Systems Engineer I/II based in Long Beach, California, to drive system development for space propulsion and fluidic systems. The role includes responsibilities such as performance calculations, requirements management, and leading engineering activities. Suitable candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in engineering and relevant hands-on experience.

Success in this role will require US citizenship and the ability to obtain necessary security clearances. Join Rocketlab and contribute to innovative propulsion technologies.

Qualifications

• US citizenship and willingness to obtain required security clearance.
• At least 2 years of propulsion system development experience for II level.
• Demonstrated hands-on engineering skills.
• Strong communication skills and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Own development of new or existing propulsion products or systems.
• Perform performance calculations, system modeling, and design.
• Communicate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage project schedules and report status to leadership.
• Contribute to engineering process development.

Skills

Hands-on engineering skills

Propulsion system modeling

Strong communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in aerospace, mechanical, mechatronics, or similar

Advanced degrees (master’s or Ph.D.)

Tools

Jama

Python

CAD (NX or equivalent)

GD&T

PLM (Teamcenter, Windchill)

National Instruments data acquisition

Job description

Rocketlab is engaged in seeking a Propulsion Systems Engineer I/II based in Long Beach, California, to drive system development for space propulsion and fluidic systems. The role includes responsibilities such as performance calculations, requirements management, and leading engineering activities. Suitable candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in engineering and relevant hands-on experience.

Success in this role will require US citizenship and the ability to obtain necessary security clearances. Join Rocketlab and contribute to innovative propulsion technologies.