# Senior Spacecraft 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: Senior
- Location: Long Beach, CA
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2026-10-19
- Apply by: 2026-12-03
- Apply: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/rocketlab/jobs/8036115003?utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/rocket-lab-senior-spacecraft-mechanical-engineer-i/

## About the role

We are currently seeking a Senior Spacecraft Mechanical Engineer I to join our space vehicle design team based out of Long Beach, CA. This team supports our Space Systems division, and leads cutting-edge programs for civil, commercial, and defense customers. Mechanical engineers are responsible for developing high performance and lightweight satellite deployment systems, mechanisms, and satellite bus configurations for our customers. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- Bachelor’s degree in aerospace or mechanical engineering, or other engineering discipline
- 5+ years of mechanical engineering experience
- Experience with CAD modeling and drawing
- U.S. citizenship is required, due to program requirements

Tags: USA Space Systems

Source: 1752vc Careers, https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/rocket-lab-senior-spacecraft-mechanical-engineer-i/