Senior Space Robotics Mechanical Engineer

Rocket Lab Corporation; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocket Lab Robotics in Pasadena, CA is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer II to lead mechanical design and mechanism development for space robotics and ground support equipment. This hands-on role translates program needs into practical mechanical architectures and delivers through analysis, procurement, assembly, tests, and flight delivery.

The ideal candidate brings deep SolidWorks expertise, precision design capabilities, and extensive experience with mechanisms, tolerance analysis, and

Qualifications

• Hands-on technical leadership with deep experience in SolidWorks and space hardware delivery.
• Strong background in precision mechanical design and mechanisms.
• Experience applying GD&T, tolerance stack-up, and manufacturability considerations.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical and mechanism development efforts including scope, requirements, schedules, risks, milestones, and verifications.
• Act as responsible engineer for complex components or subsystems from design through delivery.
• Lead design reviews with engineering, production, quality, and suppliers and drive closure.

Skills

SolidWorks

Precision design

Mechanisms

Tolerance analysis

Manufacturability

Spaceflight hardware

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Rocket Lab Robotics in Pasadena, CA is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer II to lead mechanical design and mechanism development for space robotics and ground support equipment. This hands-on role translates program needs into practical mechanical architectures and delivers through analysis, procurement, assembly, tests, and flight delivery.

The ideal candidate brings deep SolidWorks expertise, precision design capabilities, and extensive experience with mechanisms, tolerance analysis, and