Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Turbopump Assembly

ABOUT ROCKET LAB

Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more - all with the goal of opening access space. The rockets and satellites we build, and launch enable some of the most ambitious and vital space missions globally, supporting scientific exploration, Earth observation and missions to combat climate change, national security, and exciting new technology demonstrations.

Our Electron rocket has become the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket annually and has delivered more than 230 satellites to orbit, all while we work to develop Neutron, our upcoming medium-lift, reusable launch vehicle for larger constellation deployment. Our Space Systems business designs and builds our extensive line of satellites, payloads, and their components, including spacecraft that have been selected to support NASA missions to the Moon and Mars and components used on the James Webb Space Telescope.

NEUTRON

Neutron is a medium lift launch vehicle capable of delivering the mega constellations of tomorrow, high assurance payloads, and human spaceflight. As a highly reusable launch platform, Neutron will deliver a highly cost-effective and reliable launch solution leveraging Rocket Lab's proven execution history with the Electron program. If you're interested in joining a high performing team, pushing the boundaries with a clean sheet development of re-usable liquid launch vehicle, this is your opportunity!

SENIOR MANUFACTURING ENGINEER - TURBOPUMP ASSEMBLY

Based out of Rocket Lab's Headquarters for Long Beach, CA the Senior Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for the development of new products and product revisions as related to both Rutherford and Archimedes engines. This role will have primary responsibility over the turbopump assembly for the Archimedes engine. You will support the Director of Manufacturing Engineering and Production organization, with deliverables required for internal leadership, board of directors, and investors.

(Please note - this position can be hired as a Senior Manufacturing Engineer I or Senior Manufacturing Engineer II level)

WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO:

* Contribute to design reviews acting as an expert in design for manufacture, design for machining, productivity, quality control, etc.

* Design, develop, and implement tooling and equipment for use in a production environment where appropriate to improve quality, delivery and/or cost performance.

* Responsible for continuous improvement and cost reduction projects

* Collaborate with propulsion assembly technicians for general alignment, capability, and support.

* Perform initial Value Stream Mapping Exercises, Method of Manufacture plans, cell design, etc.

* Implement Factory layouts, Equipment selection, FAT, SAT, and production commissioning.

* Develop production processes and ensure they are accurately and clearly documented, including testing procedures, health and safety requirements and supervisor signoffs.

* Interface with the quality team to resolve manufacturing engineering quality responsibilities, and when required, lead problem containment and structured root cause & corrective action investigations.

* Lead the continuous improvement process in your area using lean tools and techniques such as 5S

QUALIFICATIONS YOU'LL BRING AS A SENIOR MANUFACTURING ENGINEER I:

* Bachelor's degree in mechanical, aerospace, manufacturing engineering, or similar engineering discipline

* 5+ years of experience in a heavy development manufacturing environment

* Understanding of fluid and structural mechanics fundamentals

* Knowledge in manufacturing processes for aerospace materials

QUALIFICATIONS YOU'LL BRING AS A SENIOR MANUFACTURING ENGINEER II:

* Bachelor's degree in mechanical, aerospace, manufacturing engineering, or similar engineering discipline

* 8+ years of experience in a heavy development manufacturing environment

* Understanding of fluid and structural mechanics fundamentals

* Knowledge in manufacturing processes for aerospace materials

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:

* Advanced engineering degree

* Experience with…