Senior Manufacturing Engineer – Composites

Rocket Lab Corporation

Auckland, New Zealand
On-site
Composite materials and tooling experience
Teamcenter or infor ln erp/plm systems
Siemens nx cad software proficiency
Rocket Lab Corporation is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer specializing in composites to contribute to the development and production of composite structures for space applications. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in manufacturing processes, problem-solving skills, and experience with composite materials

Job Summary

  • Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services and spacecraft design to open access to space.
  • The role involves taking composite structures from prototype through to reliable, repeatable manufacturing while resolving floor issues.
  • Candidates must be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment that values grit, teamwork, and relentless innovation.

Matching Summary

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Rocket Lab Corporation is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer specializing in composites to contribute to the development and production of composite structures for space applications. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in manufacturing processes, problem-solving skills, and experience with composite materials.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Composite materials and tooling experience
  • TeamCenter or Infor LN ERP/PLM systems
  • Siemens NX CAD software proficiency
  • DFMEA, PFMEA, and root cause analysis
  • Lean or Six Sigma methodology application
  • SPC and production metrics data analysis

Nice-to-have

  • Aerospace or high-performance industry background
  • Advanced composite materials knowledge
  • Capacity modelling and value stream mapping
  • Composite repairs and assembly expertise
  • Cross-functional team communication skills

Key Requirements

  • Solid background in manufacturing or production environments
  • Hands-on experience with structured problem-solving tools
  • Confidence troubleshooting issues in a fast-paced setting

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