Rocket Lab
The Spacecraft Structural Analysis Engineer I/II role at Rocket Lab's Long Beach headquarters focuses on the analysis, design validation, and future improvements of space systems and components. This position involves defining loads, performing detailed simulations, and guiding design to ensure structural integrity and performance. The engineer supports leadership with critical deliverables and collaborates across disciplines to advance ambitious space missions.
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.
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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
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