Senior Launch Vehicle Integration Engineer I

Rocket Lab Corporation•Wallops Island, VA

4h•Onsite

About The Position

The Neutron Vehicle Integration Engineer is responsible for integration, test and launch of the Neutron launch vehicle. This position will work closely with the Neutron Vehicle Integration Engineer and other key team members. Job scope will include developing processes, working in a team environment, identifying and design build of necessary equipment for receipt and final integration, and launch of the Neutron Launch Vehicle.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in aerospace, mechanical, or manufacturing engineering required.
5+ years of experience in building and testing of hardware associated to a launch vehicle and its environments.
Demonstrated proficiency in authoring comprehensive work instructions and procedures for assembly, test, and launch.
Proven ability to interface with multidisciplinary functions of mechanical, electrical, and fluid systems.

Nice To Haves

Master of Science degree in aerospace, mechanical, or manufacturing or equivalent
Experience and demonstrated proficiency in developing and utilizing comprehensive work instructions and test procedures.
Experience working directly with launch vehicle and/or launch vehicle hardware and subsystems including, avionics, high pressure gas, structures, electrical, and mechanical.
Experience working on build, test of complex assemblies at the system and sub-system level.
Demonstrated experience of Project Management principles in previous job experience(s).

Responsibilities

Develop con-ops, design and drive build of associated ground support tooling and processes for handling components and integrated stages of the Neutron Launch Vehicle.
Develop and execute procedures for the integration of Neutron Launch Vehicle flight hardware and ground support equipment.
Support Neutron Integration Manager in developing and enabling day-to-day execution of the 1st and 2nd stage vehicle integration, propellant system, avionics, and AFTS.
Development and refinement of inspection, repair/retrofit, assembly and system test procedures based on lessons learned.
Development and design high-level vehicle maintenance architecture including build flow and test operations for maximum efficiency.
Development and execute vehicle system level checkouts for initial and flown launch vehicle and components.
Contribute, develop, and own work procedures and documentation of non-conformances into actionable items and system improvements.
Maintain integrated planning documents that are inclusive of Launch Vehicle configurations and work scope.
Design and develop tools and hardware to enable vehicle processing and ensure required testing abilities.
Develop, build, and maintain Neutron processing facilities.
Closely collaborate with management staff and peers from other departments and highly skilled technicians on daily routine.
Manage and track multiple priorities while maintaining a focus towards common project goals.