Spacecraft Propulsion Systems Engineer I

rocketlab; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocket Lab in Long Beach, CA seeks a Spacecraft Propulsion Components Engineer I to own propulsion system and component development for civil, commercial, and defense programs. You will lead end-to-end development and CAD design of propulsion components, and review drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities include test planning, data analysis, risk-based decisions, and project scheduling. Mentorship and documentation are part of the role; NX/Teamcenter/Windchill and Python skills are valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (required).
• Master's or PhD in engineering is a plus.
• US citizenship is required; ability to obtain security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Own development of propulsion system components and lead end-to-end development.
• Create conceptual and detailed CAD designs for propulsion components; perform performance calculations.
• Review drawings, 3D PMI, and specifications; plan and conduct testing; analyze data; communicate with stakeholders.

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Master's or PhD in engineering

Tools

NX CAD

Teamcenter

Windchill

Python

National Instruments hardware

GD&T

Job description

Rocket Lab in Long Beach, CA seeks a Spacecraft Propulsion Components Engineer I to own propulsion system and component development for civil, commercial, and defense programs. You will lead end-to-end development and CAD design of propulsion components, and review drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities include test planning, data analysis, risk-based decisions, and project scheduling. Mentorship and documentation are part of the role; NX/Teamcenter/Windchill and Python skills are valued.