Senior Ground Systems Engineer I, Mechanical Verified today
About the role
Based at Rocket Lab's Test Facility at Stennis Space Center, Mississippi, you will be responsible for design, build, and maintenance of critical test facilities supporting the Archimedes rocket engine and Neutron launch vehicles. You will collaborate closely with Engine Propulsion and Test Operations teams to develop requirements for test stand design.
Your work requires expertise in mechanical design and build, plus strong understanding of instrumentation and test site operations. You will maintain and upgrade critical test facilities, may directly support Engine hardware and test operations, and will work independently on test facility design, build, activation, and engine test efforts.
What you will do
- Design, build, and integrate critical test systems to support all test objectives and requirements
- Troubleshoot facility and test operations issues with technicians and engineers
- Develop maintenance protocols for facility infrastructure
- Collaborate with Archimedes engine and Neutron vehicle design teams to prepare and perform tests on key hardware
- Work with test operators on design, build, installation and checkout of facility systems
- Maintain system cleanliness and integrity, perform component verifications, and ensure internal standards are met
Required qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering, or other technical discipline
- 5+ years of experience in rocket engine test stand or launch complex design and build
- Working knowledge of Siemens NX and Teamcenter
- Familiarity with ASME B31.1
Nice to have
- Experience with NASA GFSSP, Ansys Fluent, and CAESAR
- Experience with JIRA for work tracking and scheduling
- Broad engineering background with ability to design systems and develop computer tools for automation or analysis
- Experience designing or operating facilities for liquid oxygen and liquid methane
- Weld design and inspection experience
- Leadership experience in pilot training, scouting, or sports teams
- Working knowledge of computer networks and IT infrastructure
- Experience working with various disciplines, fabricators and suppliers to achieve on-time project execution
- Ability to remain calm and self-directed through ambiguity or strategic changes
Working conditions
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.
Employment requirements
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations including ITAR, candidates must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident (Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted as a refugee or granted asylum, or be eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or Department of Commerce.