Senior Spacecraft Propulsion Engineer II — Secret Clearance

Energy Jobline ZR; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocket Lab in Long Beach, CA seeks a Senior Spacecraft Propulsion Systems Engineer II to own propulsion development and lead cross-functional teams. The role requires system-level and component-level ownership, with focus on civil, commercial, and defense programs.

You will perform performance calculations, modelling, requirements management, and mentorship while supporting process development and documentation. A SECRET clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Experience in propulsion systems engineering is preferred.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage system development.
• Strong analytical and modelling skills for performance predictions.

Responsibilities

• Own development of space propulsion products or systems from concept to delivery.
• Perform performance calculations, system modelling, and designs.
• Gather and manage system requirements across stakeholders.

Skills

Systems engineering

Propulsion systems

Technical leadership

Requirements management

Test planning

Data analysis

Project management

Mentorship

Stakeholder communication

Job description

Rocket Lab in Long Beach, CA seeks a Senior Spacecraft Propulsion Systems Engineer II to own propulsion development and lead cross-functional teams. The role requires system-level and component-level ownership, with focus on civil, commercial, and defense programs.

You will perform performance calculations, modelling, requirements management, and mentorship while supporting process development and documentation. A SECRET clearance is required.