Senior/Principal Propulsion Engineer — Equity Eligible

Rocketlab; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 116,000 - 270,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity options

Top-tier medical coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Onsite gym

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Rocketlab is looking for a Senior/Principal Propulsion Engineer in Long Beach, California to lead the Archimedes Engine development for the Neutron rocket program. You'll design and test cutting-edge propulsion hardware and mentor engineering teams to optimize performance.

This role requires a strong background in mechanical or aerospace engineering, with 5+ years of experience in rocket engine development. Rocketlab offers a competitive salary, equity, and excellent benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in rocket engine development, testing, or operations.
• Strong technical understanding of fluid dynamics and thermodynamics.
• Familiarity with engine P&IDs and hotfire data reviews.

Responsibilities

• Design, analyze, test, and ensure operational readiness of propulsion hardware.
• Develop and execute qualification and acceptance test plans.
• Mentor and guide engineers across teams.

Skills

Fluid dynamics

Thermodynamics

Cryogenic systems

Rocket engine architecture

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering

Job description

Rocketlab is looking for a Senior/Principal Propulsion Engineer in Long Beach, California to lead the Archimedes Engine development for the Neutron rocket program. You'll design and test cutting-edge propulsion hardware and mentor engineering teams to optimize performance.

This role requires a strong background in mechanical or aerospace engineering, with 5+ years of experience in rocket engine development. Rocketlab offers a competitive salary, equity, and excellent benefits.