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Spacecraft Mechanical Engineer II - TS/SCI

Rocket LabLong Beach, CA
On-site Full-time $100K/yr - $125K/yr

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Qualifications

Proven experience in spacecraft mechanical design and engineering. Strong understanding of satellite deployment systems and mechanisms. Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, innovative environment. Experience with CAD software and simulation tools.

About the job

ABOUT ROCKET LAB

Rocket Lab is a pioneering space company providing comprehensive launch services, advanced spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and much more. Our mission is to democratize access to space, enabling impactful space missions worldwide that support scientific discovery, Earth monitoring, climate change initiatives, national security, and innovative technology demonstrations.

Our Electron rocket ranks as the second most frequently launched U. S. rocket each year, successfully delivering over 230 satellites into orbit. As we continue to innovate, we are also developing Neutron, our next-generation medium-lift, reusable launch vehicle designed for larger satellite constellations. Our Space Systems division is dedicated to designing and constructing a wide array of satellites, payloads, and components, including spacecraft selected for NASA missions to the Moon and Mars and components utilized in the James Webb Space Telescope.

SPACE SYSTEMS

At Rocket Lab, we are not merely launching rockets; we are shaping the future of space exploration. Our Space Systems team is responsible for creating everything from complete spacecraft and precision payloads to the essential subsystems that ensure their success in space, such as solar panels, flight software, star trackers, optical systems, and communication radios.

Having facilitated over 1,700 missions—including interplanetary exploration and defense initiatives—our team collaborates with esteemed partners like NASA, the Space Development Agency, and the U. S. Space Force. Whether developing high-performance spacecraft, satellite constellations, or the integrated components necessary for successful space missions, our elite Space Systems team is at the forefront of the most ambitious projects in space science.

SPACECRAFT MECHANICAL ENGINEER II - TS/SCI

Located at Rocket Lab's headquarters in Long Beach, CA, the Spacecraft Mechanical Engineer II - TS/SCI will be instrumental in designing and developing high-performance, lightweight satellite deployment systems and mechanisms. This role requires a high level of creativity and problem-solving skills to drive innovative solutions in spacecraft engineering.

About Rocket Lab

Rocket Lab is a forward-thinking space company that delivers cutting-edge launch services and spacecraft solutions. We empower scientific exploration and technological advancements across the globe, striving to make space accessible for everyone.

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