Manufacturing Engineer - Reaction WheelsRocket Lab is a global leader in launch and space systems.
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.
Our Electron rocket has provided reliable access to orbit since 2018, becoming one of the most frequently launched rockets in the world.
Neutron will be our next rocket on the launch pad, an advanced 13-tonne payload class, reusable rocket to launch the mega constellations of the future.
Join our pioneering team and launch your career to new heights!
SPACE SYSTEMS Rocket Lab's Space Systems team is responsible for every satellite and satellite component made by Rocket Lab: from complete satellites destined for missions to the Moon and Mars, to the individual components and subsystems that make up a satellite like solar panels, flight software, reaction wheels and star trackers, separation systems, radios, and more.
MANUFACTURING ENGINEER – REACTION WHEELS
The primary purpose of the Space Systems Manufacturing Engineer – Reaction Wheels is to facilitate and optimize production of Spacecraft systems and sub-systems for a high-growth, high-consequence production environment, ensuring best-practice manufacturing principles are employed to meet stringent deadlines.
In this role you will work closely, and develop strong relationships with other Engineers, Technicians and subject matter experts across a range of departments to enable effective production, test and operation of Rocket Lab Spacecraft.
WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO: Take ownership of Spacecraft mechanical production linesUtilize your knowledge of common mechanical mechanismsDemonstrate your proven ability to deliver KPI'sBring your can-do approach and flexibilitySupport build of Spacecraft mechanical systems in a hands-on capacityLead non-conformance and root cause analysis investigationsCreate technical documentationYOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Mechanical, Mechatronics or Aerospace EngineeringHands-on experience with complex mechanical systems within a manufacturing environmentUnderstanding of instrumentation, interfaces, and sensors including power supplies, accelerometers, thermocouples, RTDs, and pressure sensorsFamiliar with engineering change processes and implementation in production environmentsKnowledge of production quality metricsTHESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE: Working experience with environmental acceptance/production acceptance testing, such as vibration, shock, thermal and vacuumExperience with ERP/PM Systems - Siemens Team Center/Infor LNExperience in configuration control and configuration management in production systemsDemonstrated experience with DFMEA, PFMEA methodologies, Fault Tree Analysis, Pareto analysis, root cause and corrective actionsProven ability to deliver new product implementation activities on time and to budgetUnderstanding of process qualification theoryWHAT TO EXPECT We're on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth, but that's not an easy task.
It takes hard work, determination, relentless innovation, teamwork, grit, and an unwavering commitment to achieving what others often deem impossible.
FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN US OFFICES ONLY:
To conform to U.S. 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., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce, as applicable.
FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND OFFICES ONLY:
For security reasons background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offers being made to an applicant.
These checks will include nationality checks as it is a requirement of this position that you be eligible to access equipment and data regulated by the United States' International Traffic in Arms Regulations.
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