# Lead, Test & Launch Operations Engineer - Launch Pad at Rocket Lab

- Company: Rocket Lab
- What the company does: The end-to-end space company delivering reliable launch services, spacecraft, satellite components. Backed by Bessemer and Khosla.
- Company website: https://www.rocketlabusa.com/
- Type: Startups
- Level: Senior
- Location: Wallops Island, VA
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2026-11-02
- Apply by: 2026-12-17
- Apply: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/rocketlab/jobs/8165847003?utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
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## About the role

Neutron is a medium-lift launch vehicle being developed by Rocket Lab, a publicly traded end-to-end space company. The rocket can deliver the mega constellations of tomorrow, enable interplanetary payloads, and support human spaceflight. As a reusable platform, Neutron will deliver a very cost-effective and reliable launch solution leveraging Rocket Lab's proven history with Electron – the second most launched rocket, worldwide, in 2024. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, aerospace, electrical, chemical engineering, or other technical field
- 5+ years of engineering experience in ground systems, industrial controls, fluid systems, or launch operations
- Proficiency with ground support equipment, industrial control systems (including PLCs and automated sequencing), and launch pad systems
- Experience with cryogenic systems, pressurization systems, propellant handling, and launch vehicle tanking operations
- Experience in high-reliability ground systems design, testing, or operations
- Demonstrated leadership competencies, including change management, conflict resolution, escalation, and effective team management

Tags: Neutron - LC3

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