Job Summary

• Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more – all with the goal of opening access space.
• The Senior Propulsion Design Engineer I is responsible for the design of engine components for the Archimedes Engine, supporting the Neutron and Archimedes teams.
• Employees may also receive company equity and access to a robust benefits package including: 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.

Matching Summary

Salary

Base: $100,000—$145,000 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, subsidized EV charging stations, onsite gym, food and drinks, and other discounts.

Skills & Requirements

Key Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering or related field
• 5+ years of experience in relevant engineering field
• Strong foundation in heat transfer, fluids and structural mechanics
• Proficiency in finite element analysis using ANSYS Workbench or similar packages
• Mastery of mechanical design principles
• Strong understanding of design for manufacturing and GD&T principles
• Prior experience developing and maintaining engineering design best practices
• Prior experience developing parts, assemblies or systems from concept to production

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