# Senior Electric Propulsion Engineer II 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: Long Beach, CA
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2026-09-01
- Apply by: 2026-10-19
- Apply: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/rocketlab/jobs/7983578003?utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
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## About the role

We’re currently seeking a Senior Electric Propulsion Engineer for our propulsion engineering team based out of Long Beach, CA. As an Electric Propulsion Engineer, you are responsible for system-level and component-level ownership of space systems propulsion and fluidic development. These teams support our Space Systems division, and lead cutting-edge programs for civil, commercial, and defense customers. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- 8+ years of experience in propulsion system development, or equivalent high-performance field
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, (aerospace, mechanical, mechatronics, or other technical engineering discipline)
- Expertise in propulsion system modelling, static and transient analysis, and model validation using test data using software such as Amesim, EcosimPro, Simulink, or Simscape
- Experience with end-to-end development process including gathering requirements, detailed design, qualification, production, and acceptance testing
- Strong grasp of all steps in the Systems Engineering V and risk-based decision making
- Experience working on electric propulsion systems

Tags: USA Space Systems

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