Development Engineer (Materials & Processes) - NeutronActive$41K

Rocket Lab is the end-to-end space company building rockets, spacecraft, and critical subsystems that keep the world connected, protected, expand humanity’s reach to the Moon, Mars, and beyond. We move fast, build real hardware for meaningful missions, and make the impossible routine.

What you'll do

• Design elements including thermal protection systems, composites, metallic: interfaces, and secondary structural elements, working closely with analysts to ensure designs are appropriately sized and structural & thermal requirements are met

• Develop and qualify materials and processes for primary and secondary: structures, including metallics, composites, adhesives, and coatings

• Support design teams with material selection and process recommendations to: meet structural, thermal, and environmental requirements

• Conduct material characterization, process validation, and operational oversight

• Prepare and maintain technical documentation, including material/process: specifications, test reports, and procedures

• Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to manage, develop, and improve specifications and standards

What they're looking for

• Proactively identify and solve technical challenges to enable rapid development and production
• Mentor and technically assist junior engineers
• Ideal candidates will thrive in ambiguity and are excited to work in a small,: high-performing team focused on continued learning and growth. Success in this position will be measured by your technical expertise, ability to lead projects independently, and your ability to collaborate across teams to deliver results
• Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Metallurgy, Mechanical Engineering,: Chemical Engineering, or equivalent qualification