Rocket Lab Corporation
Spacecraft Mechanical Engineer I
- Confirmed live in the last 24 hours
- $82.4k–$113k
- Entry level
- On-site · Long Beach, CA
- Added 2 months ago
About this role
Rocket Lab is seeking a Spacecraft Mechanical Engineer I to join their team in Long Beach, CA. You’ll be responsible for designing and developing high-performance satellite systems and mechanisms, supporting mission concepts, and driving technical development from design through production. This role offers a chance to contribute to cutting-edge projects for civil, commercial, and defense customers.
What you'll do
- Develop satellite systems, mechanisms, and configurations.
- Own component designs through production, test, and operation.
- Perform hand calculations and FEA for design decisions.
- Create and maintain product definitions with CAD and drawings.
- Manage development schedules, vendors, and budgets.
- Support proposal development and mission concepts.
What they're looking for
- CAD modeling
- Mechanical engineering
- FEA analysis
- Satellite design
- Mechanism design
- Requirements assessment
- Interface control document generation
Benefits
- Employee Stock Purchase Program (with discount)
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Paid vacation and sick time
- Paid parental leave
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Disability and life insurance
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Rocket Lab Corporation
Rocket Lab builds spacecraft and satellites that it launches on its own rockets, developing the avionics, flight software, and ground systems needed to operate these vehicles in orbit. The company is hiring software engineers, test automation specialists, and spacecraft operations engineers to develop embedded flight software, design testing systems, and manage satellite fleet health across commercial and government missions.
- Industry
- Aerospace & Defense
Likely interview questions
- Describe your experience with CAD modeling and drawing tools.
- Walk me through a challenging mechanical design problem you've solved.