Rocket Lab
Overview
Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more with the goal of opening access space. The Space Systems business designs and builds a line of satellites, payloads, and components, including spacecraft selected to support NASA missions and components used on the James Webb Space Telescope. NEUTRON Neutron is a medium lift launch vehicle capable of delivering the mega constellations of tomorrow, high assurance payloads, and human spaceflight. As a highly reusable launch platform, Neutron will provide a cost-effective and reliable launch solution leveraging Rocket Lab’s proven execution history with the Electron program. Senior Recovery Engineer
The Senior Recovery Engineer position will be based out of Rocket Lab's headquarters in Long Beach, CA, or Middle River, MD. You will be responsible for the design and development of all Recovery assets needed to support Neutron Recovery and will interface with teams to ensure successful Neutron Recovery program designs and hardware to enable development, testing, flight, and recovery. What you’ll get to do
Work as part of a team of engineers through the early stages of developing the Neutron Recovery program Own critical Recovery Sub System designs, analysis and other technical details as needed to support the objectives of the team Serve as technical expert for marine system designs & recovered flight hardware post processing required for Neutron Recovery Develop technical details for Recovery designs including what hardware to build and how tests are performed to maximize the program’s progress on Neutron Collaborate with Rocket Lab Engineering teams to ensure all systems are operational to support Neutron Recovery Support Recovery system fabrication and testing remotely and onsite at Wallops Island and other facilities Qualifications you’ll bring as a Senior Recovery Engineer
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, naval, marine, electrical, systems or aerospace engineering 5+ years work experience related to aerospace vehicles/payloads or marine assemblies These qualifications would be nice to have
Experience working with teams of engineers to successful outcomes on challenging projects with tight timelines and budgets Experience designing and building complex, multi-disciplinary systems including electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, fluids, or marine systems Self-motivated and directed with keen attention to detail Ongoing drive for continuous improvement in all aspects of work Detail oriented, organized, and demonstrate a high sense of urgency Ability to work in fast-paced, high stress and remote environments Ability to work autonomously, prioritize work, and make resource allocation recommendations that involve risk and uncertainty Additional requirements
Ability to work in a high-concentration, high-stress environment; good response to problems posed by short deadlines; prolonged mental concentration Willing to support offshore operations, including recovery missions at sea averaging 5 or more days per quarter Willing to work in extreme outdoor environments – heat, cold, rain, wind, open ocean Ability to climb ladders and work in tight/confined spaces Willing to work with hazardous materials Ability to perform job duties that require standing, kneeling, crouching, twisting upper body, working in cramped positions in small openings, climbing hand over hand, and lifting 25 lbs Ability to operate heavy machinery Base pay
Base salary is USD $116,000 - $145,000 for Maryland, with a total rewards package including equity and benefits; wording is retained as in the original What to expect
We’re on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth. This requires hard work, determination, relentless innovation, teamwork, grit, and an unwavering commitment to achieving what others deem impossible. We pride ourselves on supporting each other and delivering under pressure. Equal opportunity and notices
For candidates seeking to work in the US:
To conform to ITAR regulations Rocket Lab requires US citizenship or eligible status and may require authorizations from U.S. government agencies. Rocket Lab provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation should contact the recruiter.
For candidates seeking to work in New Zealand:
Background checks may be undertaken prior to any offers. The information provided is for job applicants and is not a contract. Benefits and eligibility may vary by location.
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Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more with the goal of opening access space. The Space Systems business designs and builds a line of satellites, payloads, and components, including spacecraft selected to support NASA missions and components used on the James Webb Space Telescope. NEUTRON Neutron is a medium lift launch vehicle capable of delivering the mega constellations of tomorrow, high assurance payloads, and human spaceflight. As a highly reusable launch platform, Neutron will provide a cost-effective and reliable launch solution leveraging Rocket Lab’s proven execution history with the Electron program. Senior Recovery Engineer
The Senior Recovery Engineer position will be based out of Rocket Lab's headquarters in Long Beach, CA, or Middle River, MD. You will be responsible for the design and development of all Recovery assets needed to support Neutron Recovery and will interface with teams to ensure successful Neutron Recovery program designs and hardware to enable development, testing, flight, and recovery. What you’ll get to do
Work as part of a team of engineers through the early stages of developing the Neutron Recovery program Own critical Recovery Sub System designs, analysis and other technical details as needed to support the objectives of the team Serve as technical expert for marine system designs & recovered flight hardware post processing required for Neutron Recovery Develop technical details for Recovery designs including what hardware to build and how tests are performed to maximize the program’s progress on Neutron Collaborate with Rocket Lab Engineering teams to ensure all systems are operational to support Neutron Recovery Support Recovery system fabrication and testing remotely and onsite at Wallops Island and other facilities Qualifications you’ll bring as a Senior Recovery Engineer
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, naval, marine, electrical, systems or aerospace engineering 5+ years work experience related to aerospace vehicles/payloads or marine assemblies These qualifications would be nice to have
Experience working with teams of engineers to successful outcomes on challenging projects with tight timelines and budgets Experience designing and building complex, multi-disciplinary systems including electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, fluids, or marine systems Self-motivated and directed with keen attention to detail Ongoing drive for continuous improvement in all aspects of work Detail oriented, organized, and demonstrate a high sense of urgency Ability to work in fast-paced, high stress and remote environments Ability to work autonomously, prioritize work, and make resource allocation recommendations that involve risk and uncertainty Additional requirements
Ability to work in a high-concentration, high-stress environment; good response to problems posed by short deadlines; prolonged mental concentration Willing to support offshore operations, including recovery missions at sea averaging 5 or more days per quarter Willing to work in extreme outdoor environments – heat, cold, rain, wind, open ocean Ability to climb ladders and work in tight/confined spaces Willing to work with hazardous materials Ability to perform job duties that require standing, kneeling, crouching, twisting upper body, working in cramped positions in small openings, climbing hand over hand, and lifting 25 lbs Ability to operate heavy machinery Base pay
Base salary is USD $116,000 - $145,000 for Maryland, with a total rewards package including equity and benefits; wording is retained as in the original What to expect
We’re on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth. This requires hard work, determination, relentless innovation, teamwork, grit, and an unwavering commitment to achieving what others deem impossible. We pride ourselves on supporting each other and delivering under pressure. Equal opportunity and notices
For candidates seeking to work in the US:
To conform to ITAR regulations Rocket Lab requires US citizenship or eligible status and may require authorizations from U.S. government agencies. Rocket Lab provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation should contact the recruiter.
For candidates seeking to work in New Zealand:
Background checks may be undertaken prior to any offers. The information provided is for job applicants and is not a contract. Benefits and eligibility may vary by location.
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