Senior Propulsion Systems Engineer — Space Systems Lead

Rocketlab; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company equity

Top tier medical coverage

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Job summary

Rocketlab in Long Beach, CA is looking for a Senior Propulsion Systems Engineer I/II to lead propulsion and fluidic development. You will own system and component development for space missions, ensuring technical excellence and teamwork.

The ideal candidate has over 5 years of propulsion development experience, holds a Bachelor's degree in engineering, and possesses an active Secret clearance. Offering competitive salary and robust benefits, Rocketlab is committed to supporting its engineers.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in propulsion system development.
• Active Secret clearance with TS/SCI eligibility.
• Experience with propulsion systems utilizing different storable propellants.

Responsibilities

• Owning development of new or existing products or systems.
• Requirements gathering, definition, and management.
• Test planning, setup, and data analysis.

Skills

Propulsion system modelling

Systems engineering

Technical risk assessment

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

Simulink

Python

Job description

Rocketlab in Long Beach, CA is looking for a Senior Propulsion Systems Engineer I/II to lead propulsion and fluidic development. You will own system and component development for space missions, ensuring technical excellence and teamwork.

The ideal candidate has over 5 years of propulsion development experience, holds a Bachelor's degree in engineering, and possesses an active Secret clearance. Offering competitive salary and robust benefits, Rocketlab is committed to supporting its engineers.