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Rocket Lab · 3 hours ago

Ground Systems Engineer, Mechanical

Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services and spacecraft design. The Ground Systems Engineer II is responsible for the design, build, and maintenance of critical test facilities to support the Archimedes rocket engine and Neutron launch vehicles.

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Responsibilities

Design, build, and integrate critical test systems to support all test objectives and requirements
Work with a team of technicians and engineers to perform troubleshooting to resolve facility and test operations issues
Develop maintenance protocols for new and existing facility infrastructure
Collaborate with Archimedes engine and Neutron vehicle design teams to prepare and perform tests on key engine and stage hardware
Work hand in hand with the test operators to complete design, build, installation and checkout of facility systems
This includes helping maintain cleanliness and integrity of systems, ensure component level verifications are performed, and ensuring internal standards are met

Qualification

Mechanical engineeringRocket engine test stand designSiemens NXTeamcenterASME B31.1Ansys FluentLiquid oxygen facilitiesLiquid methane facilitiesWeld designInspectionJIRAComputer networksIT infrastructureTeam collaborationProblem-solving

Required

Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering; or other technical discipline
2+ years of experience in rocket engine test stand or launch complex design and build
Working knowledge in Siemens NX and Teamcenter
Familiarity with ASME B31.1

Preferred

Experiencing with NASA GFSSP, Ansys Fluent, and CAESAR
Experience with JIRA for work tracking and scheduling
Broad general background in your engineering discipline with ability to design systems and develop computer tools for automation or analysis
Experience designing or operating facilities for liquid oxygen and liquid methane
Experience in weld design and inspection
Background that demonstrates personal development which might include pilot training, scouting, sports teams especially any leadership roles in those activities
Working knowledge of computer networks and IT infrastructure
Demonstrated experience working with various disciplines, fabricators and suppliers to achieve on-time project execution
Ability to remain unfazed by ambiguity or changes in strategic direction while maintaining a positive attitude and being self-actualized and self-guided

Company

Rocket Lab

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Rocket Lab is an aerospace company that provides launch services, spacecraft design, and manufacturing of satellite components.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$1.98B
Key Investors
Canadian Space AgencyU.S. Department of CommerceTrinity Capital
2025-12-09Grant
2025-09-15Post Ipo Equity· $750M
2024-11-25Grant· $23.9M

Leadership Team

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Adam Spice
Chief Financial Officer
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Frank Klein
Chief Operations Officer
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