Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Turbopump Assembly

Rocket Lab Corporation

Long Beach, CA, United States
Base: $115,000 - $175,000 usd; bonus/equity: compy...
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Bachelor's degree in engineering discipline
5+ years heavy development manufacturing experience
Understanding of fluid and structural mechanics
** Rocket Lab Corporation is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer for Turbopump Assembly in Long Beach, CA. The role involves developing new products and processes for turbopump assembly in support of the Archimedes engine, requiring a strong background in aerospace manufacturing and engineering. **

Job Summary

  • This role is responsible for the development of new products and product revisions related to Rutherford and Archimedes engines, with primary focus on the turbopump assembly for the Archimedes engine.
  • The position requires contributing to design reviews as an expert in design for manufacture, machining, productivity, and quality control while implementing factory layouts and production commissioning.
  • Employees receive a comprehensive rewards package including top-tier medical coverage, company equity, 401(k) matching, and access to perks like an onsite gym and subsidized EV charging.

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** Rocket Lab Corporation is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer for Turbopump Assembly in Long Beach, CA. The role involves developing new products and processes for turbopump assembly in support of the Archimedes engine, requiring a strong background in aerospace manufacturing and engineering. **

Salary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering discipline
  • 5+ years heavy development manufacturing experience
  • Understanding of fluid and structural mechanics
  • Knowledge of aerospace material manufacturing processes

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with turbopumps or turbomachinery design
  • Advanced engineering degree preferred
  • Proficiency in GD&T and inspection methods
  • Lean Six Sigma and value stream mapping expertise
  • 3D CAD software and tooling design experience

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical, aerospace, or manufacturing engineering
  • 5+ years experience in heavy development manufacturing (Level I)
  • 8+ years experience in heavy development manufacturing (Level II)
  • Physical ability to commute and work long hours/weekends

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