Rocket Lab

Spacecraft Mechanical Engineer II

Job Description

Posted on: 
2026-06-04

Responsibilities

  • Support the Business Development team with proposals and mission concepts
  • Develop high-performance and lightweight satellite systems and mechanisms
  • Define mechanisms for modern satellite systems/buses
  • Own component designs from conceptual design through production and testing
  • Perform hand calculations and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) for design decisions
  • Lead component design, manufacturing, and test reviews
  • Create and maintain product definitions through CAD and production drawings

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in aerospace or mechanical engineering or related discipline
  • 2+ years of mechanical engineering experience
  • Experience with CAD modeling and drawing
  • U.S. citizenship required due to program requirements
  • Spacecraft/satellite design experience is a plus
  • Hands-on development and testing experience preferred
  • Ability to apply GD&T to component designs
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