Senior Manufacturing Engineering

Senior Manufacturing Engineer I/II - TPA

Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more all with the goal of opening access to space. The rockets and satellites we build and launch enable some of the most ambitious and vital space missions globally, supporting scientific exploration, Earth observation and missions to combat climate change, national security, and exciting new technology demonstrations.

S. rocket annually and has delivered more than 230 satellites to orbit, all while we work to develop Neutron, our upcoming medium-lift, reusable launch vehicle for larger constellation deployment. Our Space Systems business designs and builds our extensive line of satellites, payloads, and their components, including spacecraft that have been selected to support NASA missions to the Moon and Mars and components used on the James Webb Space Telescope.

Engineering is at the heart of Rocket Lab. Our engineering team has a proven track record of designing and developing world-class rockets and spacecraft that are changing the way we access and use space. Our engineering team members span design, analysis, prototyping, testing, manufacturing, assembly and integration, quality control, engineering documentation, and more.

Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Turbopump Assembly

Based out of Rocket Lab's Headquarters for Long Beach, CA the Senior Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for the development of new products and product revisions as related to both Rutherford and Archimedes engines. This role will have primary responsibility over the turbopump assembly for the Archimedes engine. You will support the Director of Manufacturing Engineering and Production organization, with deliverables required for internal leadership, board of directors, and investors.

Contribute to design reviews acting as an expert in design for manufacture, design for machining, productivity, quality control, etc.

Design, develop, and implement tooling and equipment for use in a production environment where appropriate to improve quality, delivery and/or cost performance.

Responsible for continuous improvement and cost reduction projects

Collaborate with propulsion assembly technicians for general alignment, capability, and support.

Perform initial Value Stream Mapping Exercises, Method of Manufacture plans, cell design, etc.

Implement Factory layouts, Equipment selection, FAT, SAT, and production commissioning.

Develop production processes and ensure they are accurately and clearly documented, including testing procedures, health and safety requirements and supervisor signoffs.

Interface with the quality team to resolve manufacturing engineering quality responsibilities, and when required, lead problem containment and structured root cause & corrective action investigations.

Qualifications You'll Bring As A Senior Manufacturing Engineer I:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, aerospace, manufacturing engineering, or similar engineering discipline
• 5+ years of experience in a heavy development manufacturing environment
• Knowledge in manufacturing processes for aerospace materials

Qualifications You'll Bring As A Senior Manufacturing Engineer II:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, aerospace, manufacturing engineering, or similar engineering discipline
• 8+ years of experience in a heavy development manufacturing environment
• Knowledge in manufacturing processes for aerospace materials

Advanced engineering degree

Experience with design, testing and development of turbopumps or similar turbomachinery

Experience contributing to and steering design reviews and provide technical expertise in support of design for manufacture, test, and assembly

Well versed in GD&T and inspection methods

Working experience with capacity modeling, process mapping, Lean/Six Sigma and value stream mapping

Experience with 3D CAD software and tooling design

This position may require prolonged periods of sitting, standing, walking, computer work, and occasional exposure to moderate levels of noise, dust, and fumes in production areas

Employees may also receive company equity and access to a robust benefits package including: top tier medical HMO, PPO & a 100% company-sponsored medical HSA plan option, dental and vision coverage, 3 weeks paid vacation and 5 days sick leave per year, 11 paid holidays per year, flexible spending and dependent care savings accounts, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and access to a 401(k) retirement plan with company match. Discounted employee stock purchase program, subsidized EV charging stations, onsite gym, food and drinks, and other discounts. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Rocket Lab Employees must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e., S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.Rocket Lab provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment at Rocket Lab, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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