Senior Combustion Devices Engineer – Archimedes Engine

Rocketlab; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 113,800 - 190,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid vacation and sick leave

401(k) with company match

Onsite gym and food options

Job summary

Rocketlab in Long Beach, CA is looking for a Senior/Principal Combustion Devices Engineer to lead the development of combustion devices for their Archimedes engine. This role involves designing, analyzing, and collaborating to meet program goals.

Candidates should have extensive experience in combustion device design and engineering, with a passion for space technology. The position offers a competitive salary range and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of combustion device design experience for Senior role.
• 12+ years for Principal role.
• Fundamental understanding of manufacturing methods.

Responsibilities

• Design, analyze, and perform trade studies to achieve targets.
• Define requirements and test qualification plans.
• Collaborate with teams for product iteration and manufacturing.

Skills

Combustion device design experience

In-depth knowledge of combustion and fluid dynamics

Heat transfer expertise

Structural mechanics understanding

Education

Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline or equivalent

Tools

NX

ANSYS Mechanical

MATLAB

Job description

Rocketlab in Long Beach, CA is looking for a Senior/Principal Combustion Devices Engineer to lead the development of combustion devices for their Archimedes engine. This role involves designing, analyzing, and collaborating to meet program goals.

Candidates should have extensive experience in combustion device design and engineering, with a passion for space technology. The position offers a competitive salary range and a comprehensive benefits package.