Rocket Lab
The Spacecraft Propulsion Components Engineer I at Rocket Lab leads the end-to-end development of spacecraft propulsion and fluidic systems for civil, commercial, and defense missions. This role involves conceptual and detailed design, test planning and execution, and technical risk-based decision-making to deliver high-performance space hardware. The position requires mentoring team members, managing project schedules, and ensuring engineering standards are met through documentation and review.
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
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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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