Jobs at Rocket Lab

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Rocket Lab is a private aerospace manufacturer that delivers small‑satellite launches worldwide, best known for its Electron rocket and rapid, cost‑effective launch cadence.

Engineering roles range from software, systems, and avionics to manufacturing, quality assurance, and flight operations. Candidates can expect data‑driven interviews, a focus on hands‑on problem solving, and a culture that rewards cross‑disciplinary innovation.

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Senior Structural Analyst

Company: Rocket Lab

Location: Greater LA Area

Posted Aug 13, 2023

Rocket Lab is a vertically integrated provider of small launch services, satellites, and spacecraft components. They aim to improve life on Earth through access to space. The company has a strong team of over 1,500 people and is growing. They are looking for a Senior Structural Analyst to support the Neutron program and Propulsion department. The role involves creating analytical models, performing structural, thermal, vibration, fatigue, and fracture analyses, and collaborating with the design team. The expected salary range is not provided.

Senior Data Engineer

Company: Rocket Lab

Location: Greater LA Area

Posted Aug 17, 2023

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment at Rocket Lab, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for the application/interview process for a job in the United States should contact Giulia Biow at [email protected] dedicated resource is intended solely to assist job seekers with disabilities whose disability prevents them from being able to apply/interview. Employees will also be eligible for medical, dental, vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plan options, and to purchase discounted stock through Rocket Lab's Employee Stock Purchase Program.Base Pay Range (CA Only)$115,000—$145,000 USDImportant information:FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN US OFFICES ONLY:To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen as defined by ITAR (22 CFR §120.15) or eligible to obtain the required authorizations fromthe U.S Department of State.Rocket Lab provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. A response to your request may take up to two business days.FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND OFFICES ONLY:For security reasons background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offers being made to an applicant.  These checks will include nationality checks as it is a requirement of this position that you be eligible to access equipment and data regulated by the United States' International Traffic in Arms Regulations. Under these Regulations, you may be ineligible for this role if you do not hold citizenship of Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, the European Union or a country that is part of NATO, or if you hold ineligible dual citizenship or nationality.  For more information on these Regulations, click here ITAR Regulations. The Senior Data Engineer, as part of the Business Intelligence team is responsible for solutioning and delivering robust data pipelines, ultimately streamline analytics and advanced data science. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience. In addition to base salary, Rocket Lab offers a comprehensive total compensation package based on individual qualifications and experience, which may include cash or equity incentives. Teams are nimble, decisions are made quickly, and we are action oriented.Life at Rocket LabSenior Data EngineerBased on site at Rocket Lab's headquarters in Long Beach, CA. You will support the Business Intelligence Manager and Business Intelligence/IT organization, with deliverables required for internal business departments and analytics.WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DO:You will work alongside an awesome team of Data Analysts, Software Engineers, Team Leads, Principal Data Engineers and other business functions to curate and shape datasets, develop data pipelines, to support Rocket and Satellite manufacturing.Contributing to the development of Business Intelligence standards and our technology platform is an important part of the Business Intelligence Data Engineer’s responsibilities as is delivering streamlined data pipelines and assets.Look after the data platforms to ensure analytics and pipelines are delivered on time.Design and solution of re-usable data pipelines (batch and stream) using SQL and Python and other data programming languages.Add value by technical knowledge in data and data science to propel the business intelligence team to the next level. YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS (Must meet every point):5 + years of hands-on work experience in data engineering and a bachelor’s degree in computer science / data and analytics / statistics or a related field.5 + years of MS SQL Server and ETL experience.Experience querying and ingesting data from APIs and building APIs.At least 1 year of experience with Python.Knowledge in building and deploying pipelines alongside any other cloud ETL tools.THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.Excellent problem solving and analysis skills.Cloud computing and deployment experience.Experience with Data Science tools.Experience implementing Machine Learning models.Agile experience.ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:Ability to travel and communicate outside of work hours.Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed.The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the California Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. Collaboration is at our core – every idea is heard, and everyone makes a difference. Only messages left for this purpose will be considered. Our team is over 1,500 people strong and we’re adding to it every week.

Principal IT Engineer

Company: Rocket Lab

Location: Greater LA Area

Posted Aug 15, 2023

Rocket Lab is a vertically integrated provider of small launch services, satellites, and spacecraft components. Their mission is to open access to space to improve life on Earth. They have a team of over 1,500 people and are always adding to it. Collaboration is at their core, and every idea is heard. Teams are nimble, decisions are made quickly, and they are action-oriented. The Principal IT Systems Engineer position involves implementing and operating cloud computing platforms and applications, providing subject matter expertise, and leading project planning and deployment for infrastructure projects.

Business Intelligence (BI) Analyst

Company: Rocket Lab

Location: Greater LA Area

Posted Aug 12, 2023

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment at Rocket Lab, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for the application/interview process for a job in the United States should contact Giulia Biow at [email protected] dedicated resource is intended solely to assist job seekers with disabilities whose disability prevents them from being able to apply/interview. Employees will also be eligible for medical, dental, vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plan options, and to purchase discounted stock through Rocket Lab's Employee Stock Purchase Program.Base Pay Range (CA Only)$85,000—$100,000 USDImportant information:FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN US OFFICES ONLY:To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen as defined by ITAR (22 CFR §120.15) or eligible to obtain the required authorizations fromthe U.S Department of State.Rocket Lab provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. A response to your request may take up to two business days.FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND OFFICES ONLY:For security reasons background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offers being made to an applicant.  These checks will include nationality checks as it is a requirement of this position that you be eligible to access equipment and data regulated by the United States' International Traffic in Arms Regulations. Under these Regulations, you may be ineligible for this role if you do not hold citizenship of Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, the European Union or a country that is part of NATO, or if you hold ineligible dual citizenship or nationality.  For more information on these Regulations, click here ITAR Regulations. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience. In addition to base salary, Rocket Lab offers a comprehensive total compensation package based on individual qualifications and experience, which may include cash or equity incentives. Collaboration is at our core – every idea is heard, and everyone makes a difference. Teams are nimble, decisions are made quickly, and we are action oriented.Life at Rocket LabBI AnalystLocated onsite at our Long Beach, CA headquarters the BI Analyst will be responsible for developing BI reports and their underlying datasets, to provide analytics to a wide range of functional teams at Rocket Lab.  Contributing to the development of Business Intelligence standards and our technology platform is an important part of the Business Intelligence Analyst’s responsibilities as is delivering information to measure output and identify bottlenecks. The Business Intelligence Analyst role requires the person to be proactive with an enquiring mindset who can work collaboratively across the Rocket Lab business.WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO:Design and build intelligent solutions (Dynamic and static reporting)Create visualizations and reports using the BI toolset.Conduct testing and troubleshooting.Data steward of ownership protocols ensuring accurate base dataAnalyze and suggest process improvement for ERP systems.Work with data engineers to mine data from a range of sources.Perform analyses to discover trends and identify weaknesses or improvements, and then present that data in meaningful ways.Maintain and develop data models to identify relationships between different groups of data.Reporting architecture experience including report delivery methods, report reusability, calendars and scheduling and ad-hoc reporting.Working with a range of people, mostly internal, to drive data analysis and process improvement activities forward in an organized and effective way.Applying process improvement techniques across the business to help deliver efficiency gains and increases in output.Contribute to the BI and EIS business plan.Perform operational tasks or roles as required.Ensure data is always secured and access is controlled.YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS (Must meet every point):3+ years of working experience as BI Analyst and a bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, commerce degree or equivalent3+ Years of Power BI experience with DAX and Power QueryStrong/excellent SQL Skills including PL/SQLTHESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:Be able to work with peers and lead initiatives where required.Proven communication skills and the ability to build strong working relationships.Ability to work independently or with the teamFinance, Manufacturing or Supply Chain knowledge and experience.Experience of Power BI AdministrationAgile experienceMS SSRS experienceADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:Ability to travel and communicate outside of work hours.Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed.The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the California Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. Only messages left for this purpose will be considered. Our team is over 1,500 people strong and we’re adding to it every week. Rocket LabRocket Lab is a vertically integrated provider of small launch services, satellites, and spacecraft components.

Combustion Devices Engineer / Senior Combustion Devices Engineer

Company: Rocket Lab

Location: Greater LA Area

Posted Aug 12, 2023

You will support the Neutron and Archimedes teams, with deliverables required for internal leadership, board of directors, and investors. WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DO: Define requirements, test plan, flight qualification plans for combustion devices.  Work with turbomachinery, engine systems, manufacturing and testing groups to design and manufacture hardware.  Design, analyze, and perform trades studies to achieve design goals Work with manufacturing teams to support fabrication, design for manufacturability and resolve issues that may arise during prototype builds. Work with the test and launch teams to develop, qualify, fly, and re-fly your hardware. support (This position can be hired as a Combustion Devices Engineer or Senior Combustion Devices Engineer Level)YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline or equivalent Non senior level role: 2+ years of combustion device design experienceSenior level role: 5+ years of combustion device design experience or similar role Knowledge of heat transfer, fluids and structural mechanics Fundamental understanding of mechanical design principals THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE: Master’s degree Proficiency in GD&T Professional experience with NX, Ansys, or similar tools. Rocket combustion devices Experience with best practices for design, qualification and production Experience with a scrappy development environment ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:Ability to travel and communicate outside of work hoursMust be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed Combustion Devices Engineer - Level I-II: $85,000-$120,000Senior Combustion Devices Engineer - Level III-IV: $120,000-$160,000The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the California Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment at Rocket Lab, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for the application/interview process for a job in the United States should contact Giulia Biow at [email protected] dedicated resource is intended solely to assist job seekers with disabilities whose disability prevents them from being able to apply/interview. Employees will also be eligible for medical, dental, vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plan options, and to purchase discounted stock through Rocket Lab's Employee Stock Purchase Program.Base Pay Range (CA Only)$85,000—$160,000 USDImportant information:FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN US OFFICES ONLY:To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen as defined by ITAR (22 CFR §120.15) or eligible to obtain the required authorizations fromthe U.S Department of State.Rocket Lab provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. A response to your request may take up to two business days.FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND OFFICES ONLY:For security reasons background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offers being made to an applicant.  These checks will include nationality checks as it is a requirement of this position that you be eligible to access equipment and data regulated by the United States' International Traffic in Arms Regulations. Under these Regulations, you may be ineligible for this role if you do not hold citizenship of Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, the European Union or a country that is part of NATO, or if you hold ineligible dual citizenship or nationality.  For more information on these Regulations, click here ITAR Regulations. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience. In addition to base salary, Rocket Lab offers a comprehensive total compensation package based on individual qualifications and experience, which may include cash or equity incentives. 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! Combustion Devices Engineer / Senior Combustion Devices EngineerBased out of Rocket Lab's our headquarters in Long Beach, CA the Combustion Devices Engineer is responsible for the design, development, manufacturing support for one or more of a variety of combustion devices (injectors, thrust chamber, preburners, etc. In this role you’ll have opportunities to take ownership of a component from design through to implementation. Teams are nimble, decisions are made quickly, and we are action oriented.Life at Rocket LabNEUTRON 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. Collaboration is at our core – every idea is heard, and everyone makes a difference.

Senior IT Systems Engineer - Platform Team

Company: Rocket Lab

Location: Greater LA Area

Posted Aug 17, 2023

Rocket Lab is seeking an IT Systems Engineer for their Platform Team in Long Beach, CA. The role involves managing Windows Server platforms, SCCM/MECM, and VMware. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of IT experience, 2+ years in a platform-focused role, and strong knowledge of VMware, Windows, Configuration Management, and Automation. The position offers a competitive salary range of $115,000-$125,000 USD, along with comprehensive benefits and potential equity incentives. Rocket Lab is committed to equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination.

Lead Engineer, Combustion Devices

Company: Rocket Lab

Location: Greater LA Area

Posted Aug 13, 2023

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment at Rocket Lab, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for the application/interview process for a job in the United States should contact Giulia Biow at [email protected] dedicated resource is intended solely to assist job seekers with disabilities whose disability prevents them from being able to apply/interview. Employees will also be eligible for medical, dental, vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plan options, and to purchase discounted stock through Rocket Lab's Employee Stock Purchase Program.Base Pay Range (CA Only)$135,000—$160,000 USDImportant information:FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN US OFFICES ONLY:To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen as defined by ITAR (22 CFR §120.15) or eligible to obtain the required authorizations fromthe U.S Department of State.Rocket Lab provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. A response to your request may take up to two business days.FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND OFFICES ONLY:For security reasons background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offers being made to an applicant.  These checks will include nationality checks as it is a requirement of this position that you be eligible to access equipment and data regulated by the United States' International Traffic in Arms Regulations. Under these Regulations, you may be ineligible for this role if you do not hold citizenship of Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, the European Union or a country that is part of NATO, or if you hold ineligible dual citizenship or nationality.  For more information on these Regulations, click here ITAR Regulations. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience. In addition to base salary, Rocket Lab offers a comprehensive total compensation package based on individual qualifications and experience, which may include cash or equity incentives. You will support the Neutron program and Archimedes team with combustion device designs and hardware to enable vehicle development, testing and flight. WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DO:  Guide a small team of combustion device experts through the early stages of the Neutron programServe as technical expert for combustion devices in engine design discussionsOwn critical combustion designs, analysis and other technical details as needed to support the objectives of the teamProvide strategy on development plans including what hardware to build and how tests are performed in order to maximize the program’s available resources towards meaningful progress on NeutronBuild and maintain relationships with key vendors and contractors as needed through the engine development lifecycleCollaborate heavily with Rocket Lab manufacturing teams to ensure combustion devices are producible and test and flight objectives can be metSupport engine and sub-system testing both remotely and onsite as needed at Stennis as well as other test facilitiesYOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS:   Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering or related field7+ years liquid rocket engine design & test experience  Fundamental understanding of critical aspects of combustion device design including performance, durability, reliability, and manufacturabilityExperience successfully leading a team through a challenging technical project or programTHESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:  10+ years experience in combustion device development & testingMaster’s degree in aerospace or mechanical engineeringExperience with a range of thrust chamber, propellant injector and manifold designs both theoretically and in productionExtensive experience leading teams of engineers to successful outcomes on challenging projects with tight timelines and budgetsDeep knowledge of manufacturing processes including CNC mill/lathe, welding, additive, etc.Strong fundamentals of structural mechanics, fatigue and fracture. 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 and pushing the boundaries of humanity with a clean sheet, reusable launch vehicle, this is your opportunity! Lead Combustion EngineerThe Lead Combustion Engineer position is based out of Rocket Lab's headquarters in Long Beach, CA. Teams are nimble, decisions are made quickly, and we are action oriented.Life at Rocket LabNEUTRON Neutron is a medium lift launch vehicle capable of delivering the mega constellations of tomorrow, high assurance payloads, and human spaceflight. Experience with structural analysis, fatigue and fracture calculations.Strong fluid flow and heat transfer fundamentalsProfessional design experience with Siemens NX and TeamcenterADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:Ability to travel and communicate outside of work hoursMust be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the California Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. Collaboration is at our core – every idea is heard, and everyone makes a difference. Only messages left for this purpose will be considered.

HITL Lead

Company: Rocket Lab

Location: Greater LA Area

Posted Aug 16, 2023

Rocket Lab is a vertically integrated provider of small launch services, satellites, and spacecraft components. The company aims to open access to space to improve life on Earth. With over 1,500 employees, Rocket Lab is growing and fostering a collaborative environment where every idea is heard and everyone makes a difference. The Space Systems Division is shaping Rocket Lab's future with Photon, a brand of high-performance satellites, enabling innovative missions in low Earth orbit and beyond. The company is also growing its spacecraft components business, anchored on acquisitions and in-house manufacturing. The HITL Lead position involves designing, maintaining, and operating hardware in the loop (HITL) systems to support all of Rocket Lab's spacecraft missions.

Integration & Test Engineer I/II

Company: Rocket Lab

Location: Greater LA Area

Posted Aug 16, 2023

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment at Rocket Lab, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for the application/interview process for a job in the United States should contact Giulia Biow at [email protected] dedicated resource is intended solely to assist job seekers with disabilities whose disability prevents them from being able to apply/interview. Employees will also be eligible for medical, dental, vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plan options, and to purchase discounted stock through Rocket Lab's Employee Stock Purchase Program.Base Pay Range (CA Only)$85,000—$120,000 USDImportant information:FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN US OFFICES ONLY:To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen as defined by ITAR (22 CFR §120.15) or eligible to obtain the required authorizations fromthe U.S Department of State.Rocket Lab provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. )Develop and maintain mechanical and electrical ground support equipment and facilitiesInterface with ground test software and implement flight software configuration changesLead investigations into anomalous vehicle behaviorInterface with hardware-in-the-loop test systemsQUALIFICATIONS YOU’LL BRING AS INTEGRATION & TEST ENGINEER I:Bachelor’s degree in electrical, electronics, mechatronics, aerospace, or other engineering degreeExperience in a test engineering or other hands-on engineering roleExperience with environmental testing, such as thermal vacuum or random vibration testingProficiency with C, C++, Python, or MATLAB; and Windows 10 and Microsoft Office productsExperience in writing technical documentation, such as procedures, reports, and requirementsQUALIFICATIONS YOU’LL BRING AS INTEGRATION & TEST ENGINEER II:Bachelor’s degree in electrical, electronics, mechatronics, aerospace, or other engineering degree2+ years of experience in a test engineering role, or other hands-on engineering roleExperience with environmental testing, such as thermal vacuum or random vibration testingProficiency with C, C++, Python, or MATLAB; and Windows 10 and Microsoft Office productsExperience in writing technical documentation, such as procedures, reports, and requirementsTHESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE: Master’s or PhD in electrical, electronics, mechatronics, aerospace, or other engineering degree4+ years of professional experience as a test engineer in the aerospace industryStrong understanding of satellite subsystems (CDH, ADCS, EPS, and COMM)Experience working in a clean room and with ESD-sensitive equipmentHands-on experience using electrical test equipment (PSU, Oscilloscope, DMM, etc. You will support the Space Systems organization, with deliverables required for internal leadership, board of directors, and investors. (Please note: this position can be hired at the Integration & Test Engineer I or Integration & Test Engineer II level)WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DO:Lead and own integration and test campaigns at various levels of spacecraft developmentWork collaboratively with team members to define systems requirements, as well as verification and validation plansDevelop acceptance, qualification, and R&D test plans for spacecraft systemsDevelop, maintain, and operate environmental test systems (Vibe, TVAC, Thermal, EMI, etc. A response to your request may take up to two business days.FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND OFFICES ONLY:For security reasons background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offers being made to an applicant.  These checks will include nationality checks as it is a requirement of this position that you be eligible to access equipment and data regulated by the United States' International Traffic in Arms Regulations. Under these Regulations, you may be ineligible for this role if you do not hold citizenship of Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, the European Union or a country that is part of NATO, or if you hold ineligible dual citizenship or nationality.  For more information on these Regulations, click here ITAR Regulations. Our components business is key to vertically integrating our spacecraft solutions and enabling constellations for customers.INTEGRATION & TEST ENGINEER I/IIBased out of Rocket Lab's global headquarters in Long Beach, CA, the Integration & Test Engineer I/II is responsible for the development, test, and deployment of flight spacecraft systems, as well as the development, maintenance, and upgrading of the test systems for that hardware. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience. In addition to base salary, Rocket Lab offers a comprehensive total compensation package based on individual qualifications and experience, which may include cash or equity incentives. The Space Systems Division is shaping Rocket Lab’s future with Photon, our brand of high-performance satellites, enabling innovative missions in low Earth orbit and beyond including missions for NASA to LEO, the Moon, and Mars and commercial customers, including leading the design and manufacture of 17 high-power telecommunication spacecraft buses for Globalstar.Rocket Lab is also growing our spacecraft components business, anchored on the acquisition of Sinclair Interplanetary manufacturing reaction wheels and star trackers in Toronto, SolAero Technologies manufacturing solar power and primary structure solutions in Albuquerque, Planetary Systems Corporation manufacturing launch separation systems in Silver Spring, and Advanced Solutions, Inc., provider of flight and ground software as a service in Denver. Teams are nimble, decisions are made quickly, and we are action oriented.Life at Rocket LabSPACE SYSTEMSThis is a rare opportunity to play a key role in Rocket Lab’s evolution into an end-to-end space company that delivers launch, spacecraft, and on-orbit operations.

VP of People and Culture

Company: Rocket Lab

Location: Greater LA Area

Posted Aug 17, 2023

Rocket Lab is a vertically integrated provider of small launch services, satellites, and spacecraft components. The company's mission is to open access to space to improve life on Earth. They have over 1,500 employees and are adding to it every week. The VP of People & Culture is responsible for executing the company's human resources efforts, including talent acquisition, employee engagement, performance management, compensation and benefits, employee relations, and compliance. The VP must be a dynamic leader who can drive change, improve and solidify business processes, and drive a leading-edge environment enterprise tools. The VP should have over 15+ years of professional Human Resources Experience, 10+ years of leadership experience, and experience in high growth environments, Organizational Development, and Employee Engagement.

Manager - Launch Infrastructure

Company: Rocket Lab

Location: Greater LA Area

Posted Aug 13, 2023

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment at Rocket Lab, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for the application/interview process for a job in the United States should contact Giulia Biow at [email protected] dedicated resource is intended solely to assist job seekers with disabilities whose disability prevents them from being able to apply/interview. Employees will also be eligible for medical, dental, vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plan options, and to purchase discounted stock through Rocket Lab's Employee Stock Purchase Program.Base Pay Range (CA Only)$120,000—$156,000 USDImportant information:FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN US OFFICES ONLY:To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen as defined by ITAR (22 CFR §120.15) or eligible to obtain the required authorizations fromthe U.S Department of State.Rocket Lab provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. A response to your request may take up to two business days.FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND OFFICES ONLY:For security reasons background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offers being made to an applicant.  These checks will include nationality checks as it is a requirement of this position that you be eligible to access equipment and data regulated by the United States' International Traffic in Arms Regulations. Under these Regulations, you may be ineligible for this role if you do not hold citizenship of Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, the European Union or a country that is part of NATO, or if you hold ineligible dual citizenship or nationality.  For more information on these Regulations, click here ITAR Regulations. Set goals, tasks, and deadlines as well as KPIs and other metrics to provide well defined performance expectations.  Discover training needs and provide coaching.Contribute to AOP goals, initiatives, projects, budgets, and reporting.Provides subject matter expertise, advise, and guidance to deliver and support highly reliable and available IT systems through efficient management of the systems that support Launch and the delivery of projects.Lead project scoping, planning, and deployment for launch infrastructure and new site commissioning projects.Lead the Launch IT infrastructure standards function(s) at Rocket Lab through the implementation of standards for the deployment and management of the launch ops infra-environments to ensure:Compliance with Rocket Lab policies.Compliance with cybersecurity policies, standards, and procedures.Simplified and consistent environment management practices.Automated build and maintenance processes.Improvements to increase reliability of systems.System High Availability and Disaster Recovery.That the team is providing effective support.Clear and concise reporting on usage, uptime, support levels, etc.Comprehensive documentation of environments and support.Efficient cost control.Assist with all auditing requirements including NIST, SOX, and other customer requests.Manage the team to perform upgrades, maintenance, and with a focus on continuous improvement to provide a reliable and secure infrastructure.YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS:7+ year of experience in IT.5+ of those years of experience in an Infrastructure focused technology role.1+ of those years of experience in a leadership role or demonstrated ability to lead a team.In-depth knowledge of one or more of the following:Kubernetes, VMware, Linux, Windows, Configuration Management, Automation, and/or Infrastructure as Code.Server and Storage hardware, Backups, HA\DR\BC, Active Directory, Group Policy, Certificate Management (PKI), DNS, or DHCP.THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:Scripting, automation, or infrastructure as code experience.Security frameworks and technology: ISO 27001, NIST 800-171, IPSEC, SSL VPNs, firewalls, etc.Network (LAN\WAN) and security product support experience.Experience working with ground systems, high volume data transfers, launch operations, etc.Advanced problem solving and analytical skills – able to see the big picture, make connections and appropriate decisions.ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:Ability to travel and communicate outside of work hours.Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed.The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the California Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. Teams are nimble, decisions are made quickly, and we are action oriented.Life at Rocket LabTeam Manager – Launch InfrastructureLocated onsite at out Long Beach, CA headquarters, the Team Manager role will be responsible for providing guidance and mentorship for the IT infrastructure launch team as well as leading the design, implementation, and operation of all IT systems relating to launch and launch operations.These systems include support for Electron and Neutron launch systems and related sites such as PTC, LC-1, LC-2, and Stennis.  Components include HMIs, live streams, loggers/telemetry servers, launch operations, remote operators, mission control room infra, and customer connectivity. WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DO:Lead the team to deliver a global focus on all the infrastructure and software that will enable Rocket Lab engineers and launch personnel to deliver our world class launch capabilities.Manage and provide effective guidance to the team. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience. In addition to base salary, Rocket Lab offers a comprehensive total compensation package based on individual qualifications and experience, which may include cash or equity incentives. Collaboration is at our core – every idea is heard, and everyone makes a difference. Only messages left for this purpose will be considered. Rocket LabRocket Lab is a vertically integrated provider of small launch services, satellites, and spacecraft components. Our team is over 1,500 people strong and we’re adding to it every week.

CRM Manager

Company: Rocket Money

Location: New York City, NY

Posted Aug 13, 2023

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skill, and experience.Rocket Money, Inc is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. You take initiative and are always ready to both get the job done and find additional areas of providing value.WE OFFER &128171;Health, Dental & Vision PlansCompetitive PayMatching 401kUnlimited PTOLunch dailySnacks & Coffee Commuter benefitsAdditional information: Salary range of $90,000 - $130,000. ).Specifically, you will:Support CRM leadership increase throughput by executing campaigns (in Braze) and measuring results (in Amplitude).Within Braze, you will manage audience segments, set triggered campaigns that are cross platform, and set up customer journies.Ingest learnings from campaigns to provide recommendations on iterative tests, by providing hypothesis and how we plan to measure / validate success.Partner with design team to share direction for campaigns and work through iterations to create assets.Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in email marketing and CRM.ABOUT YOU &129412;You have 3+ years of experience in email marketing, CRM, or a related field, and experience with Braze or Iterable is a plus.You are skilled in running A/B tests and analyzing performance metrics.You possess strong analytical skills and exceptional attention to detail. Our promise to you is that the more you put into the role, the more you will get out of it. In fact, you noticed the typo in this job spec and it stood out to you.You are an excellent communicator with exceptional project management skills. With a focus on activation, engagement, and retention, you will be responsible for both setting up campaigns, measuring results, and socializing learnings to both senior leaders and cross department.Our CRM program comprises of push, email, content card (native cards in our mobile app that we can personalize) and in-app pop-ups (full screen takeovers in our mobile app that we can personalize). You have the ability to synthesize data into shareable nuggets and are a natural storyteller.You thrive in a collaborative environment and have the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.You are passionate and driven, with a hunger to learn. * With over 200 triggered campaigns geared towards activating, engaging, and retaining members, our small albeit mighty CRM team is looking for a CRM associate/manager to help us further accelerate.

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s it like to work at Rocket Lab?
Rocket Lab’s work environment is mission‑driven, fast‑paced, and collaborative. Engineers often balance hands‑on launch operations with software development, while team members share a strong culture of safety, continual learning, and a shared vision to democratize space access. Remote and hybrid options are available for many roles, and paid time off is generous to allow recovery after intensive launch cycles.
What types of positions are available at Rocket Lab?
Current openings span software engineering, avionics systems, electrical engineering, manufacturing and production, quality assurance, flight operations, mission planning, data science, and business development. Rocket Lab also hires for support functions like human resources, finance, and legal, especially as the company expands its global launch infrastructure.
How can I stand out as an applicant for Rocket Lab?
Showcase concrete projects that demonstrate your expertise in aerospace or high‑performance systems, including code repositories, simulation work, or hardware prototypes. Highlight problem‑solving examples that led to measurable cost savings or performance gains. Demonstrate passion for space through extracurricular activities or relevant coursework, and tailor your resume to Rocket Lab’s key competencies—software reliability, safety, and rapid iteration.

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