Senior Quality Engineer, Space Optics & Systems

Rocket Lab Corporation; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock Purchase Program

Equity Grant

Comprehensive Benefits

Job summary

Rocket Lab Corporation in Chantilly, VA is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer I to ensure products meet customer, regulatory, and internal quality requirements throughout the lifecycle. You'll develop inspection methods, lead nonconformance investigations, and support MRB/FRB activities.

The role emphasizes data-driven decisions using Power BI/Power Apps, calibration coordination, and ESD/FOD compliance. A BS in engineering and 5+ years in quality in manufacturing are required; U.S.

Qualifications

• BS in engineering or related field required.
• 5+ years in Quality Engineering/QA in manufacturing.
• Experience with AS9100 quality management system.
• Proficient in NCRs, CAPA, MRB/FRB processes.
• Experience reading GD&T drawings and metrology data.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute inspection methods to verify product quality and workmanship.
• Ensure compliance with internal procedures, customer requirements, and AS9100 standards.
• Investigate nonconformances and lead root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Generate, manage, and close NCRs; support MRB/FRB activities.
• Provide quality training to production and engineering teams on standards and ESD/FOD.
• Coordinate calibration activities and maintain metrology controls.
• Analyze quality data and trend metrics using Power BI and Power Apps.

Skills

Quality Engineering

AS9100 knowledge

NCR & CAPA

Root cause analysis

Power BI

GD&T

Engineering drawings

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Power Apps

Calibration systems

Job description

Rocket Lab Corporation in Chantilly, VA is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer I to ensure products meet customer, regulatory, and internal quality requirements throughout the lifecycle. You'll develop inspection methods, lead nonconformance investigations, and support MRB/FRB activities.

The role emphasizes data-driven decisions using Power BI/Power Apps, calibration coordination, and ESD/FOD compliance. A BS in engineering and 5+ years in quality in manufacturing are required; U.S.