Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering
2+ years professional mechanical design experience
Electro-mechanical system development and analysis
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Rocket Lab is seeking a Mechanical Engineer II for their Neutron Avionics team in Long Beach, CA. The role involves developing mechanical designs for avionics systems in a fast-paced aerospace environment, with opportunities for hands-on work and collaboration across various teams.
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Job Summary
This role involves developing mechanical designs and packaging solutions for the Neutron reusable launch vehicle's avionics systems, ensuring reliable operation across multiple flights.
The successful candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize designs for cost, mass, and production rate while executing hardware testing from prototype to launch.
Rocket Lab offers a comprehensive benefits package including top-tier medical coverage, company equity, 3 weeks paid vacation, and access to an onsite gym and subsidized EV charging.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 75
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Rocket Lab is seeking a Mechanical Engineer II for their Neutron Avionics team in Long Beach, CA. The role involves developing mechanical designs for avionics systems in a fast-paced aerospace environment, with opportunities for hands-on work and collaboration across various teams.
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Salary
Base: $100,000 - $125,000 USD; Bonus/Equity: Company equity included; Benefits: Top tier medical HMO/PPO, dental, vision, 401(k) match, 3 weeks vacation
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
2+ years professional mechanical design experience
Electro-mechanical system development and analysis
Nice-to-have
Experience with NX or Ansys simulation tools
Design for thermal and dynamic stress environments
Avionics integration and electronics packaging expertise
Python programming for engineering automation
Vibration and shock testing of avionics components
HASS/HALT testing and test support hardware design
Agile development environment experience
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
Minimum 2 years of professional mechanical design experience