Spacecraft Composites Engineer II — Hands-On

Segment (Twilio); Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocket Lab in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a Composites Engineer II or Senior Composites Engineer I to lead and optimize production of spacecraft composite structures. You will own spacecraft composite production lines, apply prepreg layup, machining, and bonding techniques, and drive continuous improvement in a high‑growth environment.

Responsibilities include leading manufacturing improvements, ensuring schedule adherence, and delivering high‑quality components for space missions; bachelor‑level

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Mechanical, Materials, Manufacturing, Industrial or Aerospace Engineering.
• 2+ years of hands‑on experience within a Composites manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of composite materials, manufacturing processes, testing techniques, and design techniques, including prepreg layup, machining, and structural assembly bonding.
• 5+ years of hands‑on experience within a Composites manufacturing environment for Senior role.

Responsibilities

• Touch a satellite going to space and take ownership of spacecraft composite production lines.
• Lead non‑conformance and root‑cause analysis investigations.
• Create technical documentation and advise on design improvements for components, subsystems, procedures, equipment and tooling.
• Work within a rapidly growing Space Systems team with motivated professionals in a supportive environment.

Skills

Composites manufacturing

Composite materials

Manufacturing processes

Testing techniques

Prepreg layup

Machining

Structural bonding

DFMEA

PFMEA

Root cause analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Materials, Manufacturing, Industrial or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

Siemens Teamcenter

Infor LN

Job description

Rocket Lab in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a Composites Engineer II or Senior Composites Engineer I to lead and optimize production of spacecraft composite structures. You will own spacecraft composite production lines, apply prepreg layup, machining, and bonding techniques, and drive continuous improvement in a high‑growth environment.

Responsibilities include leading manufacturing improvements, ensuring schedule adherence, and delivering high‑quality components for space missions; bachelor‑level