Rocket Lab
Rocket Lab is a leading space company that designs and launches rockets, satellites, and spacecraft components to support scientific exploration, Earth observation, and national security. They work on innovative projects including the Electron and Neutron rockets, as well as supporting missions to the Moon and Mars.
Headquarters
Long Beach, California, United States
Company Size
1001-5000 employees
Founded
2006
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.
Rocket Lab Acquires Optical Support, Inc., Strengthening National Security Payload Capability
2 weeks ago
Space calendar 2026: Rocket launches, skywatching events, missions & more!
6 days ago
Rocket Lab Provides Opportunity for Retail Shareholders to Attend the Opening Event of the Neutron Launch Site In Virginia
Aug 7, 2025
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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Rocket Lab unveils new pad as firm preps first Neutron rocket launch
Aug 29, 2025
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