Senior Fluid Test Engineer

Rocket Lab Corporation

Long Beach, CA, United States
Base: $115,000 - $175,000 usd; bonus/equity: compy...
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5+ years troubleshooting valves actuators regulators
Build safe high pressure pneumatic hydrostatic cryogenic test stands
Experience with instrumentation controls data acquisition systems
** Rocket Lab Corporation is seeking a Senior Fluid Test Engineer in Long Beach, CA, to lead the development and testing of fluid systems for the Neutron launch vehicle. The candidate will be responsible for assembling and testing high-pressure test stands, ensuring quality and performance standards are met. **

Job Summary

  • The Senior Fluid Test Engineer will lead the design and build of the Neutron and Archimedes test area at Rocket Lab's headquarters in Long Beach, CA.
  • This role involves developing software for environmental testing, owning assembly and checkouts of Neutron testing stands, and leading continuous improvement via Lean/Six Sigma tools.
  • Employees receive a total rewards package including company equity, top-tier medical coverage, 3 weeks paid vacation, and access to an onsite gym.

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** Rocket Lab Corporation is seeking a Senior Fluid Test Engineer in Long Beach, CA, to lead the development and testing of fluid systems for the Neutron launch vehicle. The candidate will be responsible for assembling and testing high-pressure test stands, ensuring quality and performance standards are met. **

Salary

Base: $115,000 - $175,000 USD; Bonus/Equity: Company equity included; Benefits: Top tier medical HMO/PPO, dental, vision, 401(k) match

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5+ years troubleshooting valves actuators regulators
  • Build safe high pressure pneumatic hydrostatic cryogenic test stands
  • Experience with instrumentation controls data acquisition systems

Nice-to-have

  • Master's or PhD in mechanical aerospace engineering
  • Experience with LabVIEW Python C C++ MATLAB
  • Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes common to fluid components

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering
  • 5+ years experience for Senior Engineer I level
  • 8+ years experience for Senior Engineer II level

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