# Mechanical Engineer I 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: Mid level
- Location: Silver Spring, MD
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2026-09-11
- Apply by: 2026-10-26
- Apply: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/rocketlab/jobs/7992604003
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/rocket-lab-mechanical-engineer-i/

## About the role

As a Mechanical Engineer I , based at Rocket Lab’s site in Silver Spring, Maryland, you will be part of a team dedicated to producing innovative spaceflight mechanism concepts, specifically separation systems. You will play a critical role in designing, building, and optimizing the products and processes that bring these ideas to life while continuously driving improvements for faster, better, smarter ways to build.

## What they're looking for

- Bachelor’s degree in aerospace, computer, electrical, mechanical, robotics, or systems engineering
- Understanding of electrical circuitry
- Capacity to comply with the federally mandated of U.S. export control laws

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