# Senior Weld 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: 2026-10-20
- Apply by: 2026-12-04
- Apply: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/rocketlab/jobs/8039415003?utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/rocket-lab-senior-weld-engineer-i/

## 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

- Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Metallurgy, Welding, Mechanical Engineering or a relevant STEM field
- 5+ years of experience in weld engineering working with TIG, Laser, MIG, or EBEAM for aerospace applications
- Hands-on fabrication, manufacturing, or testing experience of welded assemblies
- Working experience with Laser Welding, GTAW, GMAW, and Orbital GTAW welding processes with a variety of materials
- Working knowledge of carbon / stainless-steel / Nickel based metallurgy

Tags: Additive Mfg

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