Senior Manufacturing Engineer Propulsion

at  Rocket Lab USA

ABOUT ROCKET LAB

Rocket Lab is a global leader in launch and space systems. The rockets and satellites we build and launch enable some of the most ambitious and vital space missions globally, supporting scientific exploration, Earth observation and missions to combat climate change, national security, and exciting new technology demonstrations. Our Electron rocket has provided reliable access to orbit since 2018, becoming one of the most frequently launched rockets in the world. Neutron will be our next rocket on the launch pad, an advanced 13-tonne payload class, reusable rocket to launch the mega constellations of the future. Our space systems business includes our extensive line of satellites and components that have enabled more than 1,700 missions including the James Webb Space Telescope, NASA Psyche Mission, Artemis I, Mars Ingenuity helicopter, and more.
Join our pioneering team and launch your career to new heights!

YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS

• A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a closely related field
• Demonstrated hands-on technical experience in diagnosing and resolving complex mechanical, electrical, or software issues within a manufacturing environment
• Capable of training colleagues in industry best practices.
• Excellent communicator, both written and verbal, with the proven ability to achieve key performance indicators independently or collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Exhibit a proactive attitude and flexibility to excel within evolving teams and processes
• Demonstrated expertise in risk assessment and risk-based decision-making

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE

• Experience with ERP/PLM Systems - Siemens Team Centre / Infor LN
• Computer Aided Design experience, preferably with Siemens NX
• Knowledge of production quality metrics
• Strong experience in configuration control and configuration management in production systems
• Understanding of instrumentation, interfaces, and sensors including power supplies, accelerometers, thermocouples, RTDs, and pressure sensors
• Demonstrated experience with DFMEA, PFMEA methodologies, Fault Tree Analysis, Pareto analysis, root cause and corrective action
• Proven ability to deliver new product implementation activities on time and to budget
• Familiar with engineering change processes and implementation in production environments
• Experience with implementing, operating and maintaining test systems for acceptance testing production hardware.
• Experience using python for data analytics and data post-processing

Please refer the Job description for details