Rocket 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. 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.
Join our pioneering team and launch your career to new heights!
ABOUT THE ROLE: As a Supplier Quality Engineer at Rocket Lab you will be responsible for ensuring the quality requirements for procured parts, services & processes are achieved. Working as a liaison between our internal customers and suppliers you are a critical conduit for translating technical requirements into easy and clear specifications that suppliers can achieve. Your exceptional communication and negotiation skills will encourage suppliers to strive for improvement, implement more robust quality processes and drive cost reduction, processes efficiency whilst enabling smooth management of the sometimes-conflicting priorities between customers & suppliers. The role will also include creation of non-conformance reports, performing supplier audits, managing supplier concessions and identifying opportunities for improvement to reduce risk, cost or lead time to Rocket Lab.
YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's Degree in a relevant technical field such as engineering, science, business management etc or 5+ years' experience working in a high quality, process driven environment
Practical experience leading and investigating quality related issues
Experience with Root cause Investigations, Practical Problem solving, 8D's, 5 Why's, Fishbone diagrams, Ishikawa and/or similar problem solving tools
The ability to interpret engineering drawings and geometric dimensions
Problem solving attitude
Proactive, enthusiastic, self-motivated
The ability to learn quickly and work productively without direct supervision
Experience working under pressure and to tight deadlines
Highly organised with faultless attention to detail
Exceptional communication skills and the ability to build strong working relationships
THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE: Previous experience in a supplier quality role
Experience leading and managing projects
Experience working within a regulated industry Aerospace, Medical, Automotive etc
Exposure to regulatory standards such as AS9100, ISO13485, IATF 16949 or similar
Experience with a wide range of specialised technical manufacturing processes
NPI/APQP/PPAP experience
Understanding of Measurement Systems Analysis (MSA), Gauge R&R
Developing KPI's for performance reporting
Salary dependent on experience: between NZD$75,000- NZD$95,000
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 .
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