Test Operations Engineer II - Spaceflight Test Lead

Rocket Lab USA; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocket Lab USA is seeking a Test Operations Engineer for our Stennis Space Center facility in Mississippi. You will activate and operate critical test facilities to support the Archimedes engine and the Neutron launch vehicle, developing test procedures and sequencing requirements.

You will ensure safe operations, configure and checkout facilities, and collaborate with propulsion and vehicle design teams to optimize testing and data integrity.

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 and 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.

Skills

Rocket engine test stands

Team leadership

Mechanical systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical, aerospace, or electrical engineering

Job description

Rocket Lab USA is seeking a Test Operations Engineer for our Stennis Space Center facility in Mississippi. You will activate and operate critical test facilities to support the Archimedes engine and the Neutron launch vehicle, developing test procedures and sequencing requirements.

You will ensure safe operations, configure and checkout facilities, and collaborate with propulsion and vehicle design teams to optimize testing and data integrity.