Ground Systems Engineer II - Fluids
About The Position
Rocket Lab is seeking a Ground Systems Engineer II – Fluids to serve as a subject matter expert and technical decision-maker for the design, build, and activation of critical ground systems supporting the Neutron Launch Vehicle. The role focuses on systems operating in harsh and hazardous environments and requires collaboration with suppliers, technicians, and cross-functional teams to deliver reliable solutions from concept through commissioning. The engineer will design fluid systems, create and maintain models and schematics, perform system sizing and analysis, select components, and support launch-pad system certification and maintenance-program development. The position is part of the Neutron program, Rocket Lab’s reusable medium-lift launch vehicle program.
Requirements
- ABET-accredited Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
- Strong engineering fundamentals and ability to perform required design calculations with limited guidance from senior-level engineers.
- At least 2 years of directly applicable design, testing, and/or operations experience in the aerospace or industrial sectors.
- Knowledge of fluid systems, sizing calculations, and P&IDs.
- Proficiency in CAD software such as NX or Solidworks.
Nice To Haves
- Advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, autonomous environment.
- Professional Engineer license.
- Experience with piping systems, large or small.
- Experience with launch-pad systems, engine test stands, or similar industry systems.
- Experience with rocket or payload conditioning systems.
- Experience with equipment for use with oxygen.
- Experience with nodal analysis tools such as GFSSP or AFT.
- Experience with pipe-stress software such as Caesar II.
- Experience with ASME, ASTM, NFPA, and/or NASA ground-system standards.
Responsibilities
- Design fluid systems, including cryogenics, hydraulics, fuels, high-pressure gases, and HVAC.
- Create 2D and 3D models using CAD software, specifically NX.
- Perform system sizing and analysis using hand calculations and numerical methods.
- Generate and maintain fluid/process system schematics, including P&IDs and connection diagrams.
- Select and develop components and maintain bills of materials (BOMs).
- Interact with suppliers and internal teams.
- Support certification of launch-pad fluid systems.
- Support development of maintenance programs.
Benefits
- Company stock as part of total compensation.
- Employee Stock Purchase Program with a 15% discount on company stock.
- Medical plans.
- Dental coverage.
- Vision coverage.
- Paid vacation and sick time.
- 11 paid holidays.
- Flexible spending and dependent care accounts.
- Paid parental leave.
- Disability insurance.
- Life insurance.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
- Other discounts and perks.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
