Senior Manufacturing Engineer I — Robotics Systems

Rocketlab; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock purchase plan

Medical plans

Dental and vision

Paid vacation

11 holidays

401(k) match

EV charging

Onsite gym

Discounted gym memberships

Snacks and beverages

Merchandise discount

Job summary

Rocket Lab in Pasadena, CA is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer I to lead development and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes for robotics and electromechanical hardware. You'll translate designs into repeatable production workflows and work closely with design, quality, and supply chain teams.

This role requires a BS in engineering and 5+ years in high-reliability manufacturing; familiarity with GD&T, 3D CAD, and tooling development is valued, with opportunities for

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline (industrial/mechanical/aerospace/manufacturing).
• 5+ years building or supporting aerospace/robotics hardware.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics.
• Familiarity with ASME Y14.5 GD&T and inspection methods.
• Proficient in 3D CAD and assemblies.

Responsibilities

• Plan, build, integrate, and test robotics systems and tooling.
• Review fabrication docs and improve manufacturability and cost.
• Develop operations concepts, plans, and build strategies for robotic modules.
• Design and drive production tooling, fixtures, and test setups.
• Create clear work instructions and manufacturing travelers.

Skills

Reading blueprints

GD&T

3D CAD

Process development

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor of Science in engineering (industrial/mechanical/aerospace/manufacturing/robotics)

Tools

JIRA

ERP systems

CAM software

CNC equipment

Job description

Rocket Lab in Pasadena, CA is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer I to lead development and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes for robotics and electromechanical hardware. You'll translate designs into repeatable production workflows and work closely with design, quality, and supply chain teams.

This role requires a BS in engineering and 5+ years in high-reliability manufacturing; familiarity with GD&T, 3D CAD, and tooling development is valued, with opportunities for