Director, Test Site Operations

Rocket Lab

Stennis Space Center, MS, United States
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Rocket engine test operations
Test infrastructure development
High-cadence production testing
** Rocket Lab is seeking a Director of Test Site Operations to oversee operations at their Test Facility at NASA Stennis Space Center. The role involves managing test infrastructure, leading technical teams, and ensuring high-cadence test operations in a fast-paced environment. **

Job Summary

  • Oversee all test infrastructure and test operations spanning rocket engine development, stage systems development through to routine high-cadence production test operations at the site.
  • Lead and mentor technical teams in a high-pressure environment where cohesion and effective leadership are critical to mission success.
  • Continually improve test site infrastructure with the goal of multiple engine tests per day.

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** Rocket Lab is seeking a Director of Test Site Operations to oversee operations at their Test Facility at NASA Stennis Space Center. The role involves managing test infrastructure, leading technical teams, and ensuring high-cadence test operations in a fast-paced environment. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Rocket engine test operations
  • Test infrastructure development
  • High-cadence production testing
  • Team leadership and mentorship
  • Project and program management
  • Health and safety oversight

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with liquid natural gas
  • Experience with liquid methane propellant
  • Sub-component to full flight system testing
  • Software development for data acquisition
  • Working knowledge of complex IT systems

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering
  • 10+ years of experience in Propulsion Engineering
  • 10+ years of experience in Propulsion Test leadership
  • Demonstrated experience supporting high paced technical projects

Work Rights

Must be a US citizen, lawful permanent resident, or eligible for work authorization.

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