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Salary: USD 115,000 - 158,000 / annual
Rocket Lab is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer I - Fluid Systems to join the Neutron program, a medium-lift reusable launch vehicle development effort. Based in Long Beach, CA, you will develop, implement, and continuously improve propulsion component, assembly, and integration manufacturing processes through expertise in additive manufacturing, machining, welding, assembly, integration, tooling, test, and quality techniques.
Key responsibilities include:
- Develop, perform, and qualify precision welding and fabrication of tubing components to aerospace specifications
- Utilize TIG, MIG, OTW, and other welding methods to achieve required structural integrity
- Conduct thorough inspections of welded components using NDE/NDT methods to identify and rectify defects
- Collaborate with engineering teams to interpret and implement design specifications
- Lead problem containment and root cause/corrective action investigations when required
- Quickly analyze and resolve manufacturing discrepancies and non-conformances
- Work with quality teams to identify and drive quality-related initiatives and improvements
- Serve as liaison between production, quality, supply chain, and design engineering for complex problem-solving and process changes
- Identify, plan, and execute capital equipment, machine, and layout upgrades to meet production requirements, including business case preparation
- Lead continuous improvement processes using Lean/Six Sigma tools and techniques
- Develop, introduce, and maintain new planning, production, quality, ERP, data collection, and analysis processes
Rocket Lab is the end-to-end space company building rockets, spacecraft, and critical subsystems. The company moves fast, builds real hardware for meaningful missions, and operates in a high-performance culture focused on execution and innovation.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Required:
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, manufacturing engineering, aerospace engineering, or related engineering discipline
- 5+ years of experience developing and introducing fabrication methods such as OTW, TIG, proof testing, and cleaning
- Experience setting up and operating a tube shop or build area
Desired:
- 8+ years of experience developing and introducing fabrication methods such as OTW, TIG, proof testing, and cleaning
- Ability to create and deliver accurate and concise presentations for design, manufacturing, and quality
- Strong knowledge of metal working and fabrication processes
- Experience designing tooling in an aerospace manufacturing environment
- Hands-on approach with passion for continuous improvement and building best hardware
- Capable of solving complex problems with little to no supervision in a timely manner
- Adaptable and comfortable in an exciting, dynamic, and ever-evolving environment
Note: This position may require prolonged periods of sitting, standing, walking, computer work, and occasional exposure to moderate levels of noise, dust, and fumes in production areas. ITAR compliance required: must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or eligible to obtain required authorizations from U.S. Department of State/Commerce.
