Director, Test Site Operations

Rocket Lab Corporation

Stennis Space Center, MS, United States
Not specified; not specified; not specified
On-site
10+ years propulsion engineering experience
Propulsion test leadership background
High-paced technical project support
Rocket Lab Corporation is seeking a Director of Test Site Operations at their Stennis Space Center location, responsible for overseeing all operations related to rocket engine development and testing. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in propulsion engineering and leadership in high-pressure environments, contributing to the company's mission of advancing space technologies

Job Summary

  • The Director will oversee all test infrastructure and operations spanning rocket engine development through to routine high-cadence production test operations at the NASA Stennis Space Center facility.
  • This foundational role requires a hands-on leader capable of mentoring technical teams in a high-pressure environment while managing budgets, schedules, and external contractors.
  • Rocket Lab is seeking a candidate who thrives under pressure and is committed to pushing boundaries with the clean sheet development of the reusable Neutron launch vehicle.

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Rocket Lab Corporation is seeking a Director of Test Site Operations at their Stennis Space Center location, responsible for overseeing all operations related to rocket engine development and testing. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in propulsion engineering and leadership in high-pressure environments, contributing to the company's mission of advancing space technologies.

Salary

Not specified; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10+ years Propulsion Engineering experience
  • Propulsion Test leadership background
  • High-paced technical project support
  • Team leadership for engineers and technicians
  • Test infrastructure development and maintenance

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with liquid natural gas propellant
  • Software development for data acquisition systems
  • Knowledge of complex IT systems for testing
  • Masters or PhD in engineering discipline
  • Sub-component to full flight system testing expertise

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering
  • 10+ years of experience in Propulsion Engineering
  • U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent resident status required due to ITAR

Work Rights

Must be U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylum grantee

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