Senior Propulsion Design Engineer I

Rocket Lab Corporation

Long Beach, CA, United States
Base: $100,000 - $145,000 usd; bonus/equity: compy...
On-site
Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering
5+ years experience in relevant engineering field
Proficiency in finite element analysis using ansys workbench
Rocket Lab Corporation is seeking a Senior Propulsion Design Engineer I for their Long Beach, CA location. The role involves designing engine components for the Archimedes Engine, contributing to the development of the Neutron launch vehicle, and collaborating with teams to advance propulsion systems

Job Summary

  • The role involves designing engine components such as combustion chambers and turbo machinery for the Archimedes Engine to support the Neutron reusable launch vehicle program.
  • Candidates will perform trade studies, design reviews, and work with fabrication teams to bring hardware from concept to production.
  • Rocket Lab offers a comprehensive benefits package including top-tier medical coverage, equity, paid parental leave, and access to an onsite gym.

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Rocket Lab Corporation is seeking a Senior Propulsion Design Engineer I for their Long Beach, CA location. The role involves designing engine components for the Archimedes Engine, contributing to the development of the Neutron launch vehicle, and collaborating with teams to advance propulsion systems.

Salary

Base: $100,000 - $145,000 USD; Bonus/Equity: Company equity included; Benefits: Top tier medical HMO/PPO, dental, vision, 3 weeks vacation, 401(k) match

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering
  • 5+ years experience in relevant engineering field
  • Proficiency in finite element analysis using ANSYS Workbench
  • Strong foundation in heat transfer, fluids and structural mechanics
  • Mastery of mechanical design principles
  • Understanding of design for manufacturing and GD&T principles

Nice-to-have

  • High proficiency in GD&T
  • Proficiency in StarCCM+ or similar CFD software packages
  • Experience with additively manufactured rocket engine components
  • Experience with propulsion systems design, analysis, test, operations
  • Experience with best practices for aerospace hardware qualification
  • Experience working in a fast-paced development program

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering
  • 5+ years of relevant engineering experience
  • U.S. citizenship, lawful permanent resident, or eligible refugee/asylee status per ITAR regulations

Work Rights

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

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