Senior Supplier Quality Engineer, Space Systems

Rocketlab; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 124,800 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocketlab is seeking a Senior Supplier Quality Engineer II in Long Beach, CA, responsible for overseeing the quality of high-value electro-mechanical box assemblies built by subcontractors. The role includes managing supplier relationships and ensuring compliance with quality standards.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and at least 8 years of experience in a regulated industry like Aerospace. Competitive compensation of $124,800 – $156,000 USD is offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years in a regulated industry such as Aerospace, Defense, or Space.
• Experience in managing external suppliers or subcontractors producing complex hardware.
• Proficiency in interpreting engineering drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Own quality relationship with subcontractors for box-level assemblies.
• Conduct in-process and pre-shipment source inspections at subcontractors.
• Review and approve subcontractor Quality Management Plans and Inspection Plans.

Skills

Supplier quality management

GD&T

Cross-organizational influence

Quality metrics monitoring

Problem-solving methodologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

MRP/ERP systems

Jira

Confluence

Power BI

Job description

Rocketlab is seeking a Senior Supplier Quality Engineer II in Long Beach, CA, responsible for overseeing the quality of high-value electro-mechanical box assemblies built by subcontractors. The role includes managing supplier relationships and ensuring compliance with quality standards.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and at least 8 years of experience in a regulated industry like Aerospace. Competitive compensation of $124,800 – $156,000 USD is offered.