Spacecraft Mechanical Engineer Ii

Rocket Lab

Long Beach, CA, United States
Base: $100,000 - $125,000; bonus/equity: not speci...
On-site
Satellite deployment systems
Mechanisms design
Satellite bus configurations
Rocket Lab is seeking a Spacecraft Mechanical Engineer II to develop lightweight satellite deployment systems and mechanisms. The role is based in Long Beach, CA, and requires a background in aerospace or mechanical engineering, along with relevant experience in mechanical engineering and CAD modeling

Job Summary

  • Develop high performance and lightweight satellite systems, mechanisms, and satellite bus configurations for our customers.
  • Own component designs from conceptual design through production, test, and operation.
  • Manage development schedules, vendors, budgets, and other project deliverables.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Rocket Lab is seeking a Spacecraft Mechanical Engineer II to develop lightweight satellite deployment systems and mechanisms. The role is based in Long Beach, CA, and requires a background in aerospace or mechanical engineering, along with relevant experience in mechanical engineering and CAD modeling.

Salary

Base: $100,000 - $125,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Top tier medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, paid time off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • satellite deployment systems
  • mechanisms design
  • satellite bus configurations
  • component design lifecycle
  • CAD modeling and drawing

Nice-to-have

  • rapid conceptual design iteration
  • exceptional mechanical mechanism problem-solving
  • hands-on development and testing
  • product from concept to production
  • general spacecraft systems engineering

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering
  • 2+ years of mechanical engineering experience
  • U.S. citizenship required

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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