Senior Design Engineer I - Optical Space Systems

Rocket Lab

Rocket Lab Optical Systems, part of Rocket Lab, seeks a Senior Design Engineer I in Tucson, AZ to lead mechanical design and drawings for optical system hardware. You will collaborate with engineering and AI&T teams to advance designs and drive fabrication-ready processes for missions in space.

The role requires 5+ years of design experience or 9+ years without a degree, proficiency with SolidWorks/NX/CREO, and ability to obtain a U.S. government security clearance.

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