# Senior Quality 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: Senior
- Location: Chantilly, VA
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2026-10-08
- Apply by: 2026-11-23
- Apply: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/rocketlab/jobs/8016269003?utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/rocket-lab-senior-quality-engineer-i-2/

## About the role

As a Senior Quality Engineer I for Rocket Lab Optical Systems in Chantilly, VA, you will have the opportunity to support Tranche 3 of the U.S. Space Development Agency's Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture by ensuring products meet customer, regulatory, and internal quality requirements throughout the product lifecycle. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related discipline
- 5+ years of experience in Quality Engineering or Quality Assurance within a manufacturing environment
- Experience working within a Quality Management System, AS9100 experience strongly preferred
- Strong working knowledge of NCRs, CAPA, MRB/FRB, ESD, and FOD controls
- Experience with inspection and test activities, metrology, and calibration systems
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, including GD&T

Tags: OS - Quality

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