FLUID SYSTEMS ENGINEER II, NEUTRON
Company Details
Rocket Lab is a vertically integrated provider of small launch services, satellites, and spacecraft components. Our mission is to open access to space to improve life on Earth.
Rocket Lab
Rocket Lab is a vertically integrated provider of small launch services, satellites, and spacecraft components. Our mission is to open access to space to improve life on Earth. Our team is over 1,300 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.
NEUTRON
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. 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!
Fluid Systems Engineer
Based out of Rocket Lab’s headquarters in Long Beach, CA the Fluid Systems Engineer is responsible for critical Neutron vehicle & facility fluid systems from conceptual design through build and launch. You will work in the Fluid System team and deliver functional vehicle and ground systems required to operate Neutron.
WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DO:
- Design critical Neutron vehicle & facility fluid systems
- Perform trade studies and sizing – using hand-calcs, analytical models or test data – to define key elements of system architecture
- Coordinate with vendors, manufacturing teams, and facilities groups to purchase and fabricate key subsystems
- Plan and run critical system tests
YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS: Note: Candidate must meet every qualification in order to be considered
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering or related fields
- 2+ years’ experience designing, building and operating complex fluid systems (e.g., aircraft hydraulics, oil & gas processing facilities, aerospace test & launch sites, rocket fluid systems)
- Knowledge of fundamentals in fluid dynamics and thermodynamics
THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE: (5)
- 5+ years experience designing and operating complex fluid systems for liquid bipropellant launch vehicles
- Ability to predict complex fluid system behavior through application of engineering fundamentals
- Experience with oxygen & methane systems
- Advanced degree in a fluid mechanics-heavy field
In addition to base salary, Rocket Lab offers a comprehensive total compensation offer package based on individual qualifications and experience, including company stock. 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.
Important 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 from the 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. 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.
