Senior Space Vehicle Test & Launch Engineer

Rocket Lab Corporation; Wallops Island (VA); Presencial; USD 100.000 - 125.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Rocket Lab Corporation in Virginia is seeking a Senior Vehicle Test and Launch Engineer to join the Test and Launch Operations team. You will work on Electron and Neutron launch vehicles, overseeing testing, configuration, and operations from stack testing to pre-launch processing.

The role demands deep expertise in mechanical and propulsion systems, mentoring teammates, and developing CONOPS/HMIs, with equity and competitive base pay reflected in the total compensation package.

Formación

• Bachelor Degree in Engineering (preferably Aerospace, mechanical, electrical or mechatronic engineering).
• 5+ years of experience in engineering design, test and/or operations, focused on mechanical or propulsion systems.
• 9+ years of experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Responsabilidades

• Develop, integrate, and test mechanical systems relating to the Electron and Neutron launch vehicles
• Oversee the configuration and checkout of launch vehicle systems
• Lead and manage testing projects for launch vehicle systems, including static testing and integrated stage hot fire testing
• Mentor and train other operators within the Integrated Operations team on launch vehicle mechanical and propulsion systems
• Develop Concept of Operations (CONOPS) and Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs) related to vehicle stage and engine hardware
• Perform real-time troubleshooting to resolve test/operations issues
• Author, review and carry out operations procedures

Conocimientos

Mechanical & propulsion systems

Leadership & mentoring

Testing & operations

Educación

Bachelor Degree in Engineering (Aerospace / Mechanical / Electrical / Mechatronic)

9+ years of applicable experience in lieu of degree

Descripción del empleo

Rocket Lab Corporation in Virginia is seeking a Senior Vehicle Test and Launch Engineer to join the Test and Launch Operations team. You will work on Electron and Neutron launch vehicles, overseeing testing, configuration, and operations from stack testing to pre-launch processing.

The role demands deep expertise in mechanical and propulsion systems, mentoring teammates, and developing CONOPS/HMIs, with equity and competitive base pay reflected in the total compensation package.