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Rocket Lab · 3 weeks ago

Senior AI&T Engineering II - Secret Clearance

Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services and spacecraft design. They are seeking a Senior AI&T Engineer II to execute assembly, integration, and test activities for spaceflight hardware, while ensuring effective collaboration across various engineering teams.

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Responsibilities

Independently execute assembly, integration, alignment, and verification activities for spaceflight hardware and subsystems
Lead day-to-day integration and test tasks with minimal oversight while maintaining regular technical touchpoints with senior engineers and leads
Develop, execute, and refine AI&T procedures, test plans, and verification documentation in accordance with program requirements
Support and execute environmental testing (TVAC, vibration, shock), including test readiness, monitoring, and post-test assessments
Troubleshoot integration and test anomalies, perform root-cause analysis, and implement corrective actions; we hustle and do the impossible
Coordinate across Mechanical, Optical, Electrical, Systems, and Quality teams to ensure seamless hardware flow from build through verification
Contribute to continuous improvement of AI&T processes, tooling, and workflows; we are ever evolving
Mentor P1-level engineers and technicians through example, documentation quality, and execution discipline

Qualification

AssemblyIntegrationTest executionTroubleshooting skillsAI&T processesEnvironmental testingBachelor's degree in EngineeringData analysisSelf-directionProblem-solving skillsMentoring

Required

Active U.S. Government Secret security clearance
Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Optical, Electrical, Aerospace, Physics, or related discipline)
8+ years of hands-on experience in assembly, integration, and test of complex hardware systems
Proficiency with baseline AI&T processes, documentation standards, and test execution
Experience working with precision assemblies, test setups, and verification workflows
Strong troubleshooting, data analysis, and problem-solving skills

Preferred

Exposure to optical systems, EO/IR payloads, or precision assemblies
Familiarity with lab equipment, test setups, or cleanroom environments
Experience supporting environmental testing or hardware verification activities
Demonstrated self-direction, ownership, and exceptional work ethic

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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