Vehicle Test & Launch Engineer II — Lead Testing & Ops

Rocket Lab USA; Wallops Island (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocket Lab USA is seeking a Vehicle Test and Launch Engineer II/Senior to join its team in Wallops Island, Virginia. This role involves developing and testing mechanical systems for the Electron and Neutron launch vehicles, overseeing configurations, and mentoring team members.

The successful candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, experience in test and operations, and the ability to troubleshoot effectively in real-time. Opportunities for advancement within a mission-driven company await.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in engineering design, test, and/or operations.
• 5+ years of experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Responsibilities

• Develop, integrate, and test mechanical systems for launch vehicles.
• Oversee configuration and checkout of launch vehicle systems.
• Lead testing projects including static and integrated stage tests.

Skills

Experience with launch vehicles

Mechanical systems testing

Real-time troubleshooting

Fluid systems knowledge

Education

Bachelor Degree in Engineering (Aerospace or Mechanical)

Job description

Rocket Lab USA is seeking a Vehicle Test and Launch Engineer II/Senior to join its team in Wallops Island, Virginia. This role involves developing and testing mechanical systems for the Electron and Neutron launch vehicles, overseeing configurations, and mentoring team members.

The successful candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, experience in test and operations, and the ability to troubleshoot effectively in real-time. Opportunities for advancement within a mission-driven company await.