Rocket Lab · 4 days ago
Senior AI&T Engineer I (Systems)
Tucson, AZ
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expRocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services and spacecraft design. The Senior AI&T Engineer I (Systems) will support assembly, integration, and verification activities for complex space hardware while collaborating with senior engineers and technical leads.
AerospaceManufacturingSoftwareSpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Support assembly, integration, alignment, and verification activities for complex spaceflight hardware, including optical, mechanical, and electrical subsystems
Execute hands-on AI&T tasks such as hardware integration, test setup, alignment support, data collection, and post-test inspections under guidance from senior engineers and leads
Assist with development and execution of test procedures, work instructions, and integration plans while learning baseline AI&T processes and standards
Support environmental test campaigns (TVAC, vibration, shock) through test setup, monitoring, and data collection
Troubleshoot integration and test issues with coaching, demonstrating curiosity and initiative to understand root cause and corrective actions
Work closely with senior AI&T engineers, design engineering, quality, and operations teams; we have each other’s back
Actively seek feedback, training, and learning opportunities to build technical depth and execution confidence; we hustle
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Optical, Electrical, Aerospace, Physics, or related discipline)
5+ years of experience in hardware integration, test, laboratory, or manufacturing environments
Willingness to learn structured AI&T processes, tooling, and documentation
Ability to follow procedures, document work clearly, and communicate effectively with senior staff
U.S. citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
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
Must be physically able to commute to buildings
Occasional exposure to dust, fumes and moderate levels of noise
Ability to support occasional off-shift, weekend, or extended hours during critical build milestones
Travel as required for supplier visits, integration events, or customer engagements
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
Strong work ethic, self-motivation, and ownership mindset
Company
Rocket Lab
Rocket Lab is an aerospace company that provides launch services, spacecraft design, and manufacturing of satellite components.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.98BKey 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
Adam Spice
Chief Financial Officer
Frank Klein
Chief Operations Officer
Recent News
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