Mechanical Engineer I (Launch Operations & Test Engineer)
Company: Rocket Lab
Location: Wallops Island
Posted on: May 15, 2022
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Job Description:
Rocket Lab is the global leader in small satellite launch. Our
mission is to open access to space to improve life on Earth. There
are endless possibilities for what we can achieve with better
access to space, and that access is now a reality thanks to Rocket
Lab. Our team is 1,100 people strong and we're adding to it every
week. 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. While other companies talk
about it, we do it! About the Role The Engineer I will be part of
the Integrated Operations team at Rocket Lab which is the
organization responsible for testing, launch, and mission
operations of Electron launch vehicles starting with stack testing
through pre-launch processing, launch operations, and on-orbit
operations. Integrated Operations is also responsible for
configuration, checkout, and operation of related facilities,
equipment, and infrastructure. Testing and operations may be
conducted remotely or on-site at propulsion test facilities, the
Auckland Mission Control Centre (MCC), LC-1 (Mahia), LC-2 (Wallops
Island, VA), or other designated locations. This Engineer I
position will focus on testing and operations requiring technical
expertise in mechanical systems including structures, mechanisms,
propulsion, pressurization, hydraulics, pneumatics, HVAC,
instrumentation, and/or related monitoring and command & control
systems. The Engineer I is an intermediate role within Integrated
Operations and will have a working understanding of disciplines
related to testing and operations. The Engineer I will be skilled
in at least one operational role and will function independently
during conduct of testing and operations. The Engineer I will
actively contribute to Integrated Operations projects and
process/tool development efforts, including accountability for key
elements of these efforts. Duties and Responsibilities
Keywords: Rocket Lab, Hampton , Mechanical Engineer I (Launch Operations & Test Engineer), Engineering , Wallops Island, Virginia
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