Senior Mechanical Engineer I/ii

Rocket Lab Corporation

Silver Spring, MD, United States
On-site
5+ years aerospace mechanical development experience
Cad and fea proficiency required
Experience managing complex projects across teams
Rocket Lab Corporation is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer I/II to lead the development of innovative electromechanical systems within their Silver Spring, MD facility. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in aerospace mechanical development, CAD, and FEA proficiency, alongside strong project management skills

Job Summary

  • Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services and complete spacecraft design.
  • The role involves leading schedule-aggressive development of innovative space mechanisms from concept through implementation.
  • The team has enabled more than 1,700 missions ranging from interplanetary exploration to national security initiatives.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Rocket Lab Corporation is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer I/II to lead the development of innovative electromechanical systems within their Silver Spring, MD facility. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in aerospace mechanical development, CAD, and FEA proficiency, alongside strong project management skills.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5+ years aerospace mechanical development experience
  • CAD and FEA proficiency required
  • Experience managing complex projects across teams

Nice-to-have

  • MS in relevant engineering field
  • Proficiency in NX CAD and Simcenter FEA software
  • Strong task management and problem solving skills

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in relevant engineering field
  • 8+ years experience for Senior II level
  • 3+ years as responsible engineer on mechanical projects

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