Test and Launch Operations Engineer IPosted today$69K
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
Operate Electron and Neutron ground systems as a launch console operator: during tests, rehearsals, and launches.
Support development, integration, and testing of launch pad infrastructure, GSE, and facility systems.
Lead and execute testing campaigns, including GSE commissioning and ground system readiness checks.
Manage configuration and verification of launch pad hardware and facility systems.
Develop operational procedures, test plans, and emergency response protocols for ground operations.
Design and improve HMIs for ground control systems to enhance operator efficiency.
What they're looking for
- Troubleshoot and resolve real-time issues during test and launch operations.
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (preferably Aerospace, Mechanical,: Electrical, Chemical, or Mechatronic Engineering)
- + years of experience in engineering design, test and/or operations, electrical/software engineering
- + years of relevant experience will be considered in lieu of a degree
