Mechanical Engineer I

Rocket Lab Corporation • Silver Spring, MD

2h • $71,000 - $89,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Rocket Lab is hiring a Mechanical Engineer I for its Silver Spring, Maryland site. The role supports the design and production of innovative spaceflight mechanism concepts, particularly separation systems. The engineer will help design, build, and optimize products and processes, and contribute to continuous improvement in how the team manufactures and tests its products. The position involves hands-on assembly and physical production of mechanical space systems, improving electro-mechanical systems, and analyzing mechanical systems using classical and computer-based methods. It also includes consulting with machinists and vendors about component manufacture, inspecting machined parts, and occasional customer travel.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in aerospace, computer, electrical, mechanical, robotics, or systems engineering.
• Understanding of electrical circuitry.
• Capacity to comply with federally mandated U.S. export control laws.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree in aerospace, computer, electrical, mechanical, robotics, or systems engineering.
• At least 2 years of engineering experience in the aerospace or manufacturing industry.
• Mechanically inclined, with the ability to troubleshoot basic equipment issues.
• Passion for mechanisms and structures.
• Strong analytical mindset.
• Self-motivated.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to schedule and work on multiple projects concurrently.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other engineers.
• Experience with common manufacturing processes such as CNC, turning, wire EDM, and 3D printing.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and physically produce mechanical space systems.
• Identify and implement quality and process-related initiatives and improvements.
• Improve electro-mechanical space systems through design, prototyping, production, and testing.
• Analyze mechanical systems using classical and computer methods.
• Consult with machinists and vendors to ensure components are manufactured properly.
• Inspect machined parts and perform quality control.
• Travel occasionally to meet with customers regarding products.

Benefits

• Company stock as part of total compensation.
• Employee Stock Purchase Program with a 15% discount on company stock.
• Medical HMO and PPO plans.
• A 100% company-sponsored HSA plan option.
• Dental and vision coverage.
• Three weeks of paid vacation per year.
• Seven days of sick leave per year.
• Eleven paid holidays per year.
• Flexible spending and dependent care savings accounts.
• Paid parental leave.
• Disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Flexible schedule.
• Free catered breakfast and lunch twice per week.
• Free snacks and drinks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level