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Senior Ground Systems Engineer – Fluids

Rocket Lab · Wallops Island, VA · On-site

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About Rocket Lab

The end-to-end space company delivering reliable launch services, spacecraft, satellite components. Backed by Bessemer and Khosla.

About the role

Neutron is a medium lift launch vehicle capable of delivering the mega constellations of tomorrow, high assurance payloads, and human spaceflight. As a highly reusable launch platform, Neutron will deliver a highly cost-effective and reliable launch solution leveraging Rocket Lab’s proven execution history with the Electron program. If you’re interested in joining a high performing team, pushing the boundaries with a clean sheet development of re-usable liquid launch vehicle, this is your opportunity! Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

What they're looking for

  • ABET accredited Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
  • Ability to mentor and guide entry level engineers through the design process of fluids systems
  • 5+ years of experience in directly applicable design, testing, and/or operations within the aerospace or industrial sectors
  • Knowledge of fluid systems, sizing calculations, and P&IDs
  • Proficiency in CAD software (NX, Solidworks)
More about this role

Rocket Lab is the end-to-end space company building rockets, spacecraft, and critical subsystems that keep the world connected, protected, expand humanity’s reach to the Moon, Mars, and beyond. We move fast, build real hardware for meaningful missions, and make the impossible routine. Come shape the future with us.

Neutron is a medium lift launch vehicle capable of delivering the mega constellations of tomorrow, high assurance payloads, and human spaceflight. As a highly reusable launch platform, Neutron will deliver a highly cost-effective and reliable launch solution leveraging Rocket Lab’s proven execution history with the Electron program. If you’re interested in joining a high performing team, pushing the boundaries with a clean sheet development of re-usable liquid launch vehicle, this is your opportunity!

As a Senior Ground Systems Engineer – Fluids, you will be the subject matter expert and technical decision-maker, responsible for design, build, and activation activities associated with critical systems that directly support the Neutron Launch Vehicle. You’ll work on systems that operate in harsh and hazardous environments, ensuring that they meet the rigorous demands of...

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