ABOUT ROCKET LAB 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.
Our space systems business includes our extensive line of satellites and components that have enabled more than 1,700 missions including the James Webb Space Telescope, NASA Psyche Mission, Artemis I, Mars Ingenuity helicopter, and more.
Rocket Lab seeks a Systems Engineering Intern to help develop Neutron: Rocket Lab's medium lift, reusable launch vehicle capable of human spaceflight.
Launch your career with one of the most exciting internship opportunities in New Zealand!
We are looking for an engineering student in their final year of study interested in gaining industry experience in Systems Engineering.
Systems Engineers are great communicators who excel in interdisciplinary collaboration: working across teams to structure and execute design trades; define clear, verifiable requirements; and support the delivery of products that exceed these requirements through test, integration, and launch.
WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO Day to day, your key responsibilities could include: Working closely with your mentor and other employees within the department to apply your knowledge and grow your skills both technically and professionally; Supporting the creation, management and documentation of system architectures and their use cases; Supporting multi-disciplinary design teams in the elicitation of requirements and their organization in the Requirements Tool environment; Working with all stakeholders to ensure the design as expressed through requirements: Is compliant with the applicable standards identified by subject matter experts; Achieves the appropriate level of safety; Matches the internal and external expectations of its stakeholders.
Attend frequent 1:1's with mentors and supervisors to facilitate success and learning while providing progress updates.
YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS Ideal candidates will thrive in ambiguity and are excited to work in a small, high-performing team focused on continued learning and growth.
To be eligible for this role you must: Be in your final year of study in an Engineering degree (Bachelors, Masters, PhD); Be in good academic standing with a minimum B+ Grade point average or higher; Have 3+ months of applied engineering experience (internship, laboratory, and personal/team project experience is applicable); Be capable of being self-managed and committed to working in a fast-paced environment; Have proven communication skills and the ability to build strong working relationships with colleagues and engineering professionals; Ability to work with a multi-disciplinary team; Be highly organized.
See the bigger picture but also pay attention to the detail.
THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE Experience in modern systems engineering practices and tools; Strong understanding of fundamental physical principles (i.e.
heat transfer, electronics, mechanics of materials etc.
); Experience within one/some of the following fields (Mechanical, Propulsion, Avionics, Software, GNC, Operations, Testing); Have hands-on experience through engineering project teams, lab research, or through a prior relevant internship or work experience; Growth mindset.
Strong desire for continuous learning.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS Able to work full-time, on-site for a minimum of 12 consecutive weeks beginning November 2024.
When applying please include a detailed cover letter stating what interests you about Rocket Lab and this role in particular.
Feel free to be creative and stand out in your application and introduction to the team at Rocket Lab.
Be sure to include relevant experience /personal or school projects you have completed that align with this role and why you believe you would be the best candidate for this role.
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.
Under these Regulations, you may be ineligible for this role if you do not hold citizenship of Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, the European Union or a country that is part of NATO, or if you hold ineligible dual citizenship or nationality.
For more information on these Regulations, click here ITAR Regulations.
Please click Apply Now to apply for this role or to register your interest.
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