Space Systems Manufacturing Engineer - Mechanical

Rocket Lab - Events(1 day ago)

Auckland, New ZealandOnsiteFull TimeMedior$97,559 - $130,581 (estimated)Space Systems

About this role

The Space Systems Manufacturing Engineer - Mechanical at Rocket Lab is responsible for facilitating and optimizing production of spacecraft mechanical systems and subsystems in a high-growth, high-consequence manufacturing environment. The role focuses on owning mechanical production lines, supporting hands-on builds, and ensuring best-practice manufacturing principles are applied to meet program deadlines and KPIs. The position requires close collaboration across engineering, technician, and subject-matter expert teams to enable effective production, test, and operation of spacecraft.

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Required Skills

Mechanical Systems
Assembly Processes
Fluid Systems
Lean Manufacturing
Continuous Improvement
Project Management
Risk Assessment
Root Cause Analysis
Technical Documentation
Configuration Management

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Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics or Aerospace Engineering
ITAR Eligibility

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.