Rocket Lab is seeking a Spacecraft Mechanical Engineer II with TS/SCI clearance to develop high-performance satellite deployment systems and mechanisms. The role is pivotal in supporting business development and internal leadership through innovative spacecraft designs, requiring a background in aerospace or mechanical engineering and at least two years of relevant experience
Job Summary
Develop high performance and lightweight satellite systems, mechanisms, and satellite bus configurations for our customers.
Own component designs from conceptual design through production, test, and operation.
Manage development schedules, vendors, budgets, and other project deliverables.
Matching Summary
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Rocket Lab is seeking a Spacecraft Mechanical Engineer II with TS/SCI clearance to develop high-performance satellite deployment systems and mechanisms. The role is pivotal in supporting business development and internal leadership through innovative spacecraft designs, requiring a background in aerospace or mechanical engineering and at least two years of relevant experience.
Salary
Base: $100,000 - $125,000 USD; Bonus/Equity: company equity; Benefits: top tier medical HMO, PPO & a 100% company-sponsored medical HSA plan option, dental and vision coverage, 3 weeks paid vacation and 5 days sick leave per year, 11 paid holidays per year, flexible spending and dependent care savings accounts, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and access to a 401(k) retirement plan with company match. Other perks include: Discounted employee stock purchase program, subsidized EV charging stations, onsite gym, food and drinks, and other discounts.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
satellite deployment systems
lightweight satellite systems
mechanism design
CAD modeling and drawing
TS/SCI Clearance
Nice-to-have
rapid conceptual design iteration
exceptional mechanical mechanism problem-solving
hands-on development and testing
GD&T to component designs
general spacecraft systems engineering
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree in aerospace or mechanical engineering