Senior AI&T Engineering II/Principal (Mechanical) - Secret Clearance

Rocket Lab - Events(1 month ago)

Tucson, AZOnsiteFull TimeSenior$154,559 - $205,967 (estimated)Optical Systems

About this role

The Senior AI&T Engineering II/Principal (Mechanical) role in Rocket Lab’s Optical Systems division leads mechanical integration and verification for high-reliability payload assemblies and flight hardware supporting DoD and Intelligence Community customers. Based in Tucson, AZ, the position requires hands-on build, alignment, test preparation, and collaboration with optics, electrical, systems, and AIT teams. Candidates must hold appropriate U.S. government security clearance and have extensive experience with space or high-reliability hardware integration and testing.

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Required Skills

Mechanical Integration
Hardware Testing
Precision Alignment
Torque Verification
Fit Checks
Environmental Testing
Mechanical Verification
Risk Mitigation
SolidWorks
GD&T

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Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace Engineering
Advanced Degree Preferred
TS/SCI Clearance

About Rocket Lab - Events

rocketlabcorp.com

Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company that delivers reliable launch services, spacecraft, and satellite components. It operates the Electron small launch vehicle and is developing the larger, reusable Neutron rocket, alongside technologies for responsive launches and payload integration (including HASTE and reusable‑rocket capabilities). Rocket Lab also designs and manufactures spacecraft, payloads and components and provides mission and launch services to accelerate customers’ access to orbit. The company’s mission is to provide frequent, cost‑effective access to space to improve life on Earth.