Senior Marine Engineer, Neutron Recovery

Rocketlab

Middle River, MD, United States
Base: $119,000—$136,000 usd; bonus/equity: compyny...
On-site
Marine system designs
Recovery flight hardware post processing
Recovery system fabrication and testing
Work as part of a team of engineers through the early stages of developing the Neutron Recovery program

Job Summary

  • Work as part of a team of engineers through the early stages of developing the Neutron Recovery program.
  • Serve as technical expert for marine system designs & recovered flight hardware post processing required for Neutron Recovery.
  • Support Recovery system fabrication and testing both remotely and onsite as needed at Wallops Island as well as other facilities.

Matching Summary

Work as part of a team of engineers through the early stages of developing the Neutron Recovery program.

Salary

Base: $119,000—$136,000 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, and free snacks/drinks onsite.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Marine system designs
  • Recovery flight hardware post processing
  • Recovery system fabrication and testing
  • Work recovery missions at sea

Nice-to-have

  • Self-motivated with keen attention to detail
  • Drive for continuous improvement
  • Work in fast-paced, high stress environments
  • Ability to work autonomously

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering
  • 5+ years work experience
  • Ability to work in extreme outdoor environments
  • Ability to climb ladders and work in tight/confined spaces
  • Ability to perform job duties that require standing, kneeling, crouching, twisting upper body, working in cramped positions in small openings, climbing hand over hand, and lifting 25 lbs.

Work Rights

Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted into the U.S.

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