Test Operations Engineer II - Engine Test & Facility Lead

Rocket Lab Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocket Lab is seeking a Test Operations Engineer at its Test Facility in Mississippi. The role focuses on activation, operation, and safety at the engine test stand and related infrastructure, supporting Archimedes and Neutron programs.

You will work with engineers and technicians to execute test campaigns, develop procedures, and ensure data quality. The position may be filled at Level II or Senior Engineer I depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, aerospace, or electrical engineering; or other technical discipline.
• 2+ years experience operating rocket engine test stands or launch complexes.

Responsibilities

• Perform facility test operations on console while maintaining situational awareness and constant communication with others involved in the test activity
• Lead or be part of a team of technicians and engineers who setup and operate the test facility
• Conduct test operations safely and ensure the quality and integrity of data is maintained
• Perform troubleshooting to resolve facility and test operations issues
• Work to plan and optimize checkout, processing, testing and post test operations
• Collaborate with Archimedes engine and Neutron vehicle design teams to prepare and perform tests on key engine and stage hardware
• Work hand in hand with the GSE teams to complete design, build, installation and checkout of facility systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, aerospace, or electrical engineering; or other technical discipline

Job description

Rocket Lab is seeking a Test Operations Engineer at its Test Facility in Mississippi. The role focuses on activation, operation, and safety at the engine test stand and related infrastructure, supporting Archimedes and Neutron programs.

You will work with engineers and technicians to execute test campaigns, develop procedures, and ensure data quality. The position may be filled at Level II or Senior Engineer I depending on experience.