Senior Spacecraft Mechanical Engineer
4 days ago
Rocket Lab is a global leader in launch and space systems, enabling ambitious space missions globally. Our Electron rocket has provided reliable access to orbit since 2018, and our Neutron rocket will launch mega constellations in the future. Our space systems business includes satellites and components for over 1,700 missions, including the James Webb Space Telescope and NASA Psyche Mission.
Job SummaryWe are seeking a Senior Spacecraft Mechanical Engineer to develop high-performance and lightweight satellite deployment systems, mechanisms, and satellite bus configurations for our customers. The successful candidate will support the Space Systems organization, delivering high-quality results for internal leadership, board of directors, and investors.
Key Responsibilities- Support the Business Development team with proposals and mission concepts
- Develop high-performance and lightweight satellite systems, mechanisms, and satellite bus configurations for our customers
- Develop concepts and satellite configurations for high-value science and interplanetary missions
- Define mechanisms for modern satellite systems and buses
- Own component designs from conceptual design through production, test, and operation
- Perform hand-calcs and FEA to drive design decisions
- Lead key component design, manufacturing, and test reviews
- Create and maintain product definition through CAD, production drawings, and test and operations procedures
- Manage development schedules, vendors, budgets, and other project deliverables
- Bachelor's degree in aerospace or mechanical engineering, or other engineering discipline
- Active TS/SCI clearance
- 5+ years of mechanical engineering experience
- Experience with CAD modeling and drawing
- Master's or PhD in aerospace or mechanical engineering, or other engineering discipline
- Spacecraft/satellite design experience
- Rapid conceptual design iteration experience
- Exceptional mechanical mechanism problem-solving skills
- Hands-on development and testing experience
- Experience with analysis and interpretation of test data (Thermal, Vibe)
- Ability to take a product from concept through to production with little supervision
- Highly self-motivated and able to work autonomously
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus. Regularly required to sit, use hands and fingers, operate computer keyboard and controls, and communicate verbally and in writing.
Level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. Rocket Lab provides a comprehensive benefits package, including top-tier medical HMO, PPO, and a 100% company-sponsored medical HSA plan option, dental and vision coverage, 3 weeks paid vacation and 5 days sick leave per year, 11 paid holidays per year, flexible spending and dependent care savings accounts, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and access to a 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
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