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Spacecraft Mechanical Engineer II/ Senior Spacecraft Mechanical Engineer I

Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company building rockets, spacecraft, payloads and components for scientific, commercial, and defense missions. The Space Systems team in Long Beach is seeking a hands-on Spacecraft Mechanical Engineer (level II) or Senior Spacecraft Mechanical Engineer I to design lightweight satellite systems, mechanisms and bus configurations, lead component development from concept through production, and support mission proposals and testing.

Skills

  • Proficient CAD modeling and production drawing creation
  • Finite element analysis and hand-calculation validation
  • Mechanical design for spaceflight mechanisms and components
  • Hands-on hardware development, assembly and test
  • Experience with manufacturing, vendor coordination and producibility
  • Ability to author test procedures and interpret test data (thermal, vibe)
  • Familiarity with GD&T and design for manufacturing (preferred)

Responsibilities

  • Develop high-performance, lightweight satellite systems, mechanisms, and bus configurations
  • Support business development with proposals and mission concepts
  • Own component design from concept through production, test, and operation
  • Perform hand calculations and FEA to inform design decisions
  • Create and maintain CAD models, production drawings, and test/operations procedures
  • Lead design, manufacturing, and test reviews for key components
  • Manage development schedules, vendors, budgets and project deliverables
  • Develop concepts for high-value science and interplanetary missions

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, aerospace, or related engineering (required)
  • Master’s or PhD in mechanical or aerospace engineering (preferred)

Benefits

  • Top-tier medical (HMO/PPO) and company-sponsored HSA option
  • Dental and vision coverage
  • 3 weeks paid vacation, 5 days sick leave, and 11 paid holidays
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  • Company equity and discounted employee stock purchase program
  • Paid parental leave, disability and life insurance
  • Flexible spending and dependent care accounts
  • Perks: subsidized EV charging, onsite gym, food and drinks, employee discounts
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DATE POSTED
October 30, 2025
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