Manufacturing Engineer I - Avionics

Rocket Lab

Auckland, New Zealand
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Risk-based engineering decisions
Environmental testing (thermal, vibration, shock)
Troubleshoot complex electrical systems
** Rocket Lab is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer I specializing in avionics to ensure the quality and reliability of integrated electrical and mechanical systems in a high-consequence production environment. The ideal candidate will possess a relevant engineering degree, hands-on experience with electrical hardware systems, and strong decision-making skills. **

Job Summary

  • You will take ownership of test and production activities, support build rate targets, and make risk-based engineering decisions that directly impact mission success.
  • Assess and make risk-based decisions on product quality issues, especially when failures occur close to launch timelines.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (design, mechanical, test) to resolve issues and enable informed decision-making.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Rocket Lab is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer I specializing in avionics to ensure the quality and reliability of integrated electrical and mechanical systems in a high-consequence production environment. The ideal candidate will possess a relevant engineering degree, hands-on experience with electrical hardware systems, and strong decision-making skills. **

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Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Risk-based engineering decisions
  • Environmental testing (thermal, vibration, shock)
  • Troubleshoot complex electrical systems
  • PCB integration and production testing
  • Python, C, or similar for automation

Nice-to-have

  • Production quality metrics
  • DFMEA, PFMEA, Fault Tree Analysis
  • New product introduction (NPI)
  • Engineering change processes

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronic, or Mechatronics Engineering
  • Experience with electrical hardware systems
  • Experience designing or debugging test systems
  • Hands-on troubleshooting experience
  • Experience with Python, C, or similar

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