Ground Systems Engineer II / Senior Ground Systems Engineer Pipeline

Job Description

Rocket Lab is seeking a Ground Systems Engineer II / Senior Ground Systems Engineer to contribute to the design, build, testing, and commissioning of mechanical launch pad and test sites for Neutron at their Launch Complex in Wallops Island, VA. This role may also support other programs such as the Electron team at Wallops Island, VA and the Archimedes engine test site at Stennis Space Center, MS.Rocket Lab is a global leader in launch and space systems, building rockets and satellites that enable ambitious space missions. Their Electron rocket has provided reliable access to orbit since 2018, and Neutron will be their next advanced, reusable rocket.What this role involves:

• Designing, drafting, and analyzing launch range systems, including fixed launch pad assets, vehicle support equipment, and mechanisms.
• Selecting components and materials, including building materials, mechanisms, and instrumentation.
• Creating P&IDs, CAD designs, and fabrication drawings.
• Performing system sizing and analysis using hand calculations and numerical methods.
• Developing and maintaining BOMs.
• Interacting with vendors, suppliers, and internal production teams.
• Producing risk assessments, system hazard analyses, and FMEA’s.
• Performing failure investigations and root cause analysis.
• Producing documentation including operator manuals, maintenance procedures, test procedures, and work instructions.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• For Ground Systems Engineer II: 2+ years’ industry experience.
• For Senior Ground Systems Engineer: 5+ years’ industry experience.
• Experience in the design of large structures and mechanisms.
• Ability to read, understand, and produce fabrication drawings.

Nice to have:

• Experience with launch pad systems OR oil and gas, process, mining, or other similar industry.
• Experience with NX, Teamcenter, Draftsight, or equivalent.
• Experience with Structural design and analysis.
• Experience with software based analysis tools such as RISA, ANSYS, GFSSP, AFT, Thermal Desktop, or equivalent.
• Experience with design of fluid systems to PEPCR, ASME, ASTM and/or NASA Ground system standards would be an asset.