Test and Launch Engineer II - VehicleActive$110K

The opportunity

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

  • Work in Mission Control as a console operator for vehicle systems during test: campaigns, rehearsals, and launch operations

  • Develop and maintain test plans, operational procedures, and checklists for vehicle operations

  • Develop and improve Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs) for vehicle systems monitoring and control

  • Participate in operational readiness reviews, training simulations, and mission rehearsals

  • Perform real-time troubleshooting and data analysis during live operations to resolve vehicle system issues

  • Conduct post-test and post-launch data analysis to support continuous improvement efforts

What they're looking for

  • Develop, integrate, and test mechanical and propulsion systems relating to: Electron and Neutron launch vehicles
  • Oversee the configuration and checkout of launch vehicle systems including: propulsion units, fluid systems, and mechanical assemblies
  • Lead and manage testing projects for launch vehicle systems, including static: testing and integrated stage hot fire testing
  • Mentor and train other operators within the Test and Launch Operations team: on launch vehicle mechanical and propulsion systems