Spacecraft Thermal Engineer Ii/senior - Secret Clearance

Rocket Lab Corporation

Long Beach, CA, United States
Base: $100,000 - $155,000 usd; bonus/equity: compy...
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Thermal modeling and analysis
Thermal design trade studies
Thermal test execution and validation
** Rocket Lab is seeking a Spacecraft Thermal Engineer II/Senior with a Secret Clearance to oversee thermal design, analysis, testing, and validation of space vehicles at their Long Beach, CA headquarters. The ideal candidate will have experience in thermal engineering, possess strong communication skills, and be a U.S. citizen. The position offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and a dynamic work environment focused on innovative space missions. **

Job Summary

  • The role involves overseeing the thermal design, analysis, testing, and validation of Rocket Lab's space vehicles for missions including NASA lunar and Mars projects.
  • Candidates will conduct thermal design trade studies that successfully balance performance margins, resource use, risk, cost, and schedule while supporting internal leadership and investors.
  • The position offers a competitive base salary range of $100,000 to $155,000 USD along with comprehensive benefits including equity, medical coverage, and paid time off.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Rocket Lab is seeking a Spacecraft Thermal Engineer II/Senior with a Secret Clearance to oversee thermal design, analysis, testing, and validation of space vehicles at their Long Beach, CA headquarters. The ideal candidate will have experience in thermal engineering, possess strong communication skills, and be a U.S. citizen. The position offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and a dynamic work environment focused on innovative space missions. **

Salary

Base: $100,000 - $155,000 USD; Bonus/Equity: Company equity included; Benefits: Top tier medical HMO/PPO, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid vacation and holidays

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Thermal modeling and analysis
  • Thermal design trade studies
  • Thermal test execution and validation
  • Active Secret clearance required
  • U.S. citizenship required

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with Python and MATLAB scripting
  • Knowledge of orbital mechanics and attitude dynamics
  • Familiarity with Siemens NX and Teamcenter
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Experience with multi-layer insulation techniques

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in aerospace or mechanical engineering
  • 2+ years of thermal engineering experience (Level II)
  • 5+ years of thermal engineering experience (Senior Level)
  • Active Secret clearance with TS/SCI eligibility
  • Must be a U.S. citizen

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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