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via Greenhouse posted_at: 2 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
SENIOR INDUSTRIAL ENGINEER Based out of Rocket Lab's Headquarters in Long Beach, CA the Senior Industrial Engineer is responsible for performing low flow, high mix production system design and implementation, executing projects for product, process and equipment manufacturing improvements including the design, build, commissioning and production hand-off as well as displaying knowledge in... manufacturing processes for aerospace materials including SENIOR INDUSTRIAL ENGINEER

Based out of Rocket Lab's Headquarters in Long Beach, CA the Senior Industrial Engineer is responsible for performing low flow, high mix production system design and implementation, executing projects for product, process and equipment manufacturing improvements including the design, build, commissioning and production hand-off as well as displaying knowledge in... manufacturing processes for aerospace materials including but not limited to TIG, EB and laser welding, heat treating, metal forming, additive manufacturing, CNC machining and precision cleaning.

WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DO:

Production System Design
• Perform initial Value Stream Mapping Exercises, Method of Manufacture plans, cell design, etc.
• Define and implement Factory layouts, Equipment selection, FAT, SAT, and production commissioning
• Capital and facilities justification, project management and implementation

Continuous Improvement:
• Identify, plan, and execute capital equipment, machine, and layout upgrades to the meet volume requirements including preparation of business cases
• Lead the continuous improvement process in your area using lean tools and techniques such as 5S
• Introduce automation where appropriate and ensure equipment data links directly to MRP and quality systems
• Identify risks and improvements to develop the manufacturing engineering department to meet company needs

Production Support
• Production Scheduling, Budgets and Forecasts, Defect Analysis and Benchmarking Analysis, Core Competency Definition, Resource Allocation, Scenario Planning, Discrete Event Simulation, Make/Buy Evaluations, and Cost/Price Evaluations.
• Time studies and waste reduction planning

YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS:
• Operations Research, Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, or similar engineering degree
• 5+ years in Manufacturing Environment and/or Industrial Engineering Positions
• Experience with designing, implementing, and supporting a production line and/or build area
• Experience with CAD systems such as NX, Solidworks, etc
• Experience in the application of Lean Manufacturing tools and methodologies

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:
• Advanced engineering degree (Preferably, Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electrical, or Aerospace)
• 8+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment and/or Industrial Engineering Positions
• Operations Management, Advanced Data Mining, MSE and/or MBA
• Experience transitioning products from design to production as a part of cross-functional team in a fast-paced, iterative design environment
• Six Sigma Black Belt Certification
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via Rocket Crew posted_at: 7 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
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 1,500 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. Life at Rocket Lab Director 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 1,500 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.

Life at Rocket Lab

Director of Finance

Rocket Lab

Founded in 2006, Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company with an established track record of mission success. We deliver reliable launch services, spacecraft components, satellites and other spacecraft and on-orbit management solutions that make it faster, easier and more affordable to access space. Headquartered in Long Beach, California, Rocket Lab designs and manufactures the Electron small orbital launch vehicle and the Photon satellite platform and is developing the Neutron 8-ton payload class launch vehicle. Since its first orbital launch in January 2018, Rocket Lab’s Electron launch vehicle has become the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket annually and has delivered 109 satellites to orbit for private and public sector organizations, enabling operations in national security, scientific research, space debris mitigation, Earth observation, climate monitoring, and communications. Rocket Lab’s Photon spacecraft platform has been selected to support NASA missions to the Moon and Mars, as well as the first private commercial mission to Venus. Rocket Lab has three launch pads at two launch sites, including two launch pads at a private orbital launch site located in New Zealand and a second launch site in Virginia, USA which is expected to become operational in 2022. To learn more, visit www.rocketlabusa.com.

Director of Finance

Based in Long Beach, California the Director of Finance will oversee all financial management of Rocket Lab’s Space Systems Segment, delivering financial planning, forecasting, KPI reporting, cost analysis, and project management. This position requires the ability to maintain accurate P&L reporting and analysis in a manufacturing environment.

The Finance Director will report to the VP Finance, manage 2 financial analysts and partner closely with the VP & GM of the Space Systems Segment and various team members throughout the organization.

WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO:
• Act as key finance business partner to the VP & GM of the Space Systems Segment, as well as supporting local operations, accounting, IT, engineering and HR functions
• Execute strategic initiatives to meet long-term financial targets
• Consolidate, maintain, and provide analyses related to short- and long-term financial projections, department budgets, and cash flow projections
• Oversee monthly project management and financial projections related to Overtime and Point in Time Contract execution
• Facilitate efficient backlog and revenue forecast consolidation to corporate FP&A
• Formulate and communicate manufacturing and operational performance metrics for product costing and inventory management while assisting the business to drive cost reduction initiatives
• Collaborate with IT and other functional leaders to implement business processes and systems to maximize manufacturing intelligence and efficiency
• Support accounting leads to facilitate financial close process and external audit reviews
• Lead the development and efficient deployment of finance team
• Initiate process improvement projects to update transactional, financial, and reporting processes.
• Provide ad hoc analytics

YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor's degree in finance or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience; MBA preferred
• Minimum ten (10) years of experience in a finance management role
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment, preferably within the aerospace and defense industry.

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:
• ERP experience using Infor LN, Oracle, JDE, SAP or similar ERP system
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain complex project management information to others
• Strong skills to analyze variance, attention to details organizational skills and ability to prioritize
• Analytical & independent problem-solving skills to evaluate operations activities and financial impact to project cost
• Ensuring compliance with GAAP and/or International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
• Experience with manufacturing ERP System to evaluate production orders cost, bill of materials and routings
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Advance Excel skill is a must

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 fromthe 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.

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for the application/interview process for a job in the United States should contact Giulia Biow at g.biow@rocketlabusa.com.This dedicated resource is intended solely to assist job seekers with disabilities whose disability prevents them from being able to apply/interview. Only messages left for this purpose will be considered. A response to your request may take up to two business days.

FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND OFFICES ONLY:

For security reasons background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offers being made to an applicant. These checks will include nationality checks as it is a requirement of this position that you be eligible to access equipment and data regulated by the United States' International Traffic in Arms Regulations.

Under these Regulations, you may be ineligible for this role if you do not hold citizenship of Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, the European Union or a country that is part of NATO, or if you hold ineligible dual citizenship or nationality. For more information on these Regulations, click here ITAR Regulations
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via Greenhouse schedule_type: Full-time
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 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!

OFFICE MANAGER – STENNIS ARCHIMEDES TEST COMPLEX

Based out of Rocket Lab's Test Facility at Stennis Space Center in Mississippi, the Office Manager will provide administrative support to all permanent and transient staff and contractors as well as be responsible for developing administrative support for the facility operations and integration with the NASA Center and state and local governments. You will be integral to the smooth running of the test complex, the key point of contact for travelers and visitors to the site and ensure the Rocket Lab experience is maintained and well presented at all times.

WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DO:
• Administrative
• Generate memos, emails and reports.
• Develop processes and standards for RL operations at Stennis ATC
• Security and Badge Access
• Issue and amend badges per NASA requirements.
• Maintain a NASA computer account to enter badge and access requests.
• Take active role within RL security team to ensure standards and protocols are followed.
• People & Culture
• Maintain and track company merchandise.
• Manage the employee experience including food and beverage, offsite activities and launch viewing opportunities.
• Facilities
• Help ensure a clean working environment.
• Manage janitorial staff, grounds maintenance, etc.
• Facilitate modifications to the buildings within the RL branded experience.
• Staff Support
• Track and file training for staff members, contractors, customers
• Answer questions and request information both internal and external to the company
• Community
• Support and initiate community outreach
• Local duties as reasonably required.
• Health and Safety
• Ensure safety policies are followed.
• Help manage inventory of PPE.
• Assist in preparing incident reports, annual reports, etc.

YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, and EXPERIENCES:
• NOTE: Qualified candidates must have at least 2 years experience in a similar role.
• Proficient in MS Office with expertise in Microsoft office
• Previous experience with coordination and project management
• Organized, proactive, self-starter, team player.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to influence behavior.
• Internal and external customer focus
• Open to learning values and contributing to the wider team.
• Ability to keep calm and perform under pressure
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via Rocket Crew posted_at: 7 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
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 1,500 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. Life at Rocket Lab PEOPLE 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 1,500 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.

Life at Rocket Lab

PEOPLE & CULTURE COORDINATOR

Based at SolAero by Rocket Lab in Albuquerque, New Mexico the People & Culture Coordinator is responsible for providing administrative support to employees, assisting the P&C team with file maintenance, HRIS entries, and other HR activities. You will support the Director of People & Culture and the People & Culture team with deliverables required for internal leadership, board of directors, and investors.

WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO
• Oversee new hire preparations and set-up, orientation, new hire paperwork collection, & I-9 tracking for all locations
• Process all pre-employment background screening
• Maintain record keeping and uploading documents into HRIS systems
• Compile data from personnel records and prepare reports
• Coordinate, review, & process required new hire paperwork
• Provide and complete employment verifications as necessary
• Process employee changes in the HRIS systems
• Perform periodic audits of HR files and records to ensure that all required documents are collected and filed appropriately
• Other duties as assigned.

YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelors Degree in HR or Business
• 2+ years of HR experience
• Must have proficient computer knowledge of Microsoft Office including Excel, Word & PowerPoint

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team with little supervision required
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and reorder workload in a dynamic environment
• Aerospace Industry experience

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 fromthe 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.

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for the application/interview process for a job in the United States should contact Giulia Biow at g.biow@rocketlabusa.com.This dedicated resource is intended solely to assist job seekers with disabilities whose disability prevents them from being able to apply/interview. Only messages left for this purpose will be considered. A response to your request may take up to two business days.

FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND OFFICES ONLY:

For security reasons background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offers being made to an applicant. These checks will include nationality checks as it is a requirement of this position that you be eligible to access equipment and data regulated by the United States' International Traffic in Arms Regulations.

Under these Regulations, you may be ineligible for this role if you do not hold citizenship of Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, the European Union or a country that is part of NATO, or if you hold ineligible dual citizenship or nationality. For more information on these Regulations, click here ITAR Regulations
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via Startup Jobs posted_at: 23 hours agoschedule_type: Full-time
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 1,500 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. Life at Rocket Lab As a 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 1,500 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.

Life at Rocket Lab
As a global company, each Rocket Lab site has its own unique internship offerings, but each position is designed to provide students with real-world experience and an opportunity to impact real programs within the space industry. Internships are available in the following North American locations: (US Locations) Long Beach, California (Headquarters); Littleton, Colorado; Albuquerque, New Mexico; Stennis, Mississippi; Silver Spring, Maryland; Wallops Island, Virginia; (Canada Location) Toronto, Ontario, Canada

WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO

• As an intern, you will work closely with your mentor and other employees within the department to apply your knowledge and grow your skills both technically and professionally
• Work with a fast-paced group of professionals to apply engineering and industry concepts to solve real challenges
• Attend frequent 1:1’s with mentors and supervisors to facilitate success and learning while providing progress updates
• Enjoy tech talks and network with other interns and employees through social and professional events

YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS

Ideal candidates will thrive in ambiguity and are excited to work in small, high-performing teams that are focused on continued learning and growth. Success in this position will be measured by the knowledge and experience you bring to the role, your ability to lead development projects without supervision, and your ability to successfully collaborate across teams to deliver results.

• Must be enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program and have at least one semester of school remaining post internship
• GPA of 3.0 or above
• 3+ months of corporate function experience within the areas of accounting, finance, government, legal, marketing & communications, human resources, or supply chain.

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE

• GPA of 3.5 or above
• 6+ months of corporate function experience within the areas of accounting, finance, government, legal, marketing & communications, human resources, or supply chain.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Able to work full-time, on-site for a minimum of 12 consecutive weeks August or September 2023.

COMPENSATION AND OTHER BENEFITS

• Pay Range CA: $25.00 USD Hourly
• Pay Range CO: $22.00 USD Hourly
• You may be eligible for a stipend to subsidize relocation costs

ROCKET LAB CORPORATE TEAMS

FINANCE: Our Finance departments works collaboratively with process owners to understand business processes, including the inherent risks and the internal controls to mitigate them.

GOVERNMENT/ GLS: This team is responsible for capturing government revenue (business development and sales) to enable Rocket Lab’s sustained operations and growth as a company.

LEGAL: The Legal Counsel works closely with other departments to foresee and protect the company against legal risks, participates in Legal department initiatives, and recommends to management on how to respond to legal issues.

MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS: This team is at the forefront of Rocket Lab’s most exciting next steps, including our interplanetary missions to the Moon, Mars, and Venus, and the development of our new larger Neutron rocket. The focus for this team is working with our customers to develop content about their upcoming missions, engaging with our social communities, collaborating with our video team on shoots, building relationships with media, and so much more.

PEOPLE & CULTURE: Our People & Culture team is responsible for providing advice and counsel in all areas of HR including on-going employee relations, employee development, interpretation of HR policies, and creating and implementing new programs and initiatives. The position formulates partnerships across the People & Culture function to deliver value-added service to management and employees that reflects the business objectives of the organization.

SUPPLY CHAIN: Supply Chain works cross functionally with the demand, supply, and fulfillment planning within MRP (material requirement planning). This team is responsible for the beginning to end data, including metric related projects supporting MRP vendor/supplier data.

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 fromthe 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.

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for the application/interview process for a job in the United States should contact Giulia Biow at g.biow@rocketlabusa.com.This dedicated resource is intended solely to assist job seekers with disabilities whose disability prevents them from being able to apply/interview. Only messages left for this purpose will be considered. A response to your request may take up to two business days.

FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND OFFICES ONLY:

For security reasons background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offers being made to an applicant. These checks will include nationality checks as it is a requirement of this position that you be eligible to access equipment and data regulated by the United States' International Traffic in Arms Regulations.

Under these Regulations, you may be ineligible for this role if you do not hold citizenship of Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, the European Union or a country that is part of NATO, or if you hold ineligible dual citizenship or nationality. For more information on these Regulations, click here ITAR Regulations
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via ZipRecruiter schedule_type: Full-time
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 1,500 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. Life at Rocket Lab SPACE 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 1,500 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.

Life at Rocket Lab

SPACE SYSTEMS

This is a rare opportunity to play a key role in Rocket Lab's evolution into an end-to-end space company that delivers launch, spacecraft, and on-orbit operations. The Space Systems Division is shaping Rocket Lab's future with Photon, our brand of high-performance satellites, enabling innovative missions in low Earth orbit and beyond including missions for NASA to LEO, the Moon, and Mars and commercial customers, including leading the design and manufacture of 17 high-power telecommunication spacecraft buses for Globalstar.

Rocket Lab is also growing our spacecraft components business, anchored on the acquisition of Sinclair Interplanetary manufacturing reaction wheels and star trackers in Toronto, SolAero Technologies manufacturing solar power and primary structure solutions in Albuquerque, Planetary Systems Corporation manufacturing launch separation systems in Silver Spring, and Advanced Solutions, Inc., provider of flight and ground software as a service in Denver. Our components business is key to vertically integrating our spacecraft solutions and enabling constellations for customers.

PRODUCT EXPERIENCE LEAD

Based at ASI by Rocket Lab's facility in Littleton, Colorado, the Product Experience Lead is responsible for creating and maintaining excellence in the product experience for customers and employees. You will support the Space Systems organization, with deliverables required for engineering leadership, business development, existing customers, and future customers.

WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO:
• Create demonstration material as needed by Business Development and Engineering
• Perform demonstrations to current customers and potential customers
• Perform end-to-end customer training on all products offered by ASI by Rocket Lab
• Own and maintain the product repository
• Own all aspects of employee technical training, as well as product documentation
• Develop and manage the workflow to address customer needs via Jira Service Desk

YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS (Note: you must meet every qualification in order to be considered):
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or other technical discipline
• 5+ years of experience working with spacecraft design/development or spacecraft software
• 5+ years of experience with C++, Bash, Python, and .NET

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:
• Master's degree in engineering or other technical discipline
• Previous experience using ASI's software product line: MAX, SOLIS, MAX GDS, MAX DevTool
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Experience leading software developers, collaborating with other engineering disciplines, and interacting with customers
• Proficiency using Markdown language for documentation
• Proficiency in STK
• Proficiency using Git for version control
• Knowledge of product pipelines in both Team City and GitLab
• Ability to lead, motivate, and manage to accomplish project objectives within timelines

The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.

In addition to base salary, Rocket Lab offers a comprehensive total compensation package based on individual qualifications and experience, which may include cash or equity incentives. 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.

Base Pay Range (CO Only)
$95,000—$120,000 USD

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 fromthe 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.

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for the application/interview process for a job in the United States should contact Giulia Biow at g.biow@rocketlabusa.com.This dedicated resource is intended solely to assist job seekers with disabilities whose disability prevents them from being able to apply/interview. Only messages left for this purpose will be considered. A response to your request may take up to two business days.

FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND OFFICES ONLY:

For security reasons background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offers being made to an applicant. These checks will include nationality checks as it is a requirement of this position that you be eligible to access equipment and data regulated by the United States' International Traffic in Arms Regulations.

Under these Regulations, you may be ineligible for this role if you do not hold citizenship of Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, the European Union or a country that is part of NATO, or if you hold ineligible dual citizenship or nationality. For more information on these Regulations, click here ITAR Regulations
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via ZipRecruiter schedule_type: Full-time
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 1,500 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. Life at Rocket Lab PAD TECHNICIAN 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 1,500 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.

Life at Rocket Lab

PAD TECHNICIAN - MECHANICAL

Based out of Rocket Lab's new launch complex in Wallops Island, VA the Pad Technician - Mechanical is key to enabling LC-2 in delivering launches at the highest rate. With a focus on mechanical systems, you will be assisting a tight-knit team of technicians to build, integrate, test, operate and maintain critical launch systems and process launch vehicles.
• This role requires up to 12 weeks of nonconsecutive international travel to our facility in New Zealand*

WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO:
• Fit-out, assembly & installation of launch pad systems such as heavy engineering structures, mechanisms, fluid lines and associated components, electrical and control hardware and RF equipment.
• Preventative maintenance and inspection procedures
• Pressure and leak testing of fluid systems
• Precision cleaning of critical components
• Troubleshooting mechanical issues on launch pad system
• Support activities during launch –pad and vehicle integration and checkouts
• Conduct routine maintenance and upgrades of the launch systems

YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS:
• Current U.S. Passport or willing and able to obtain a valid U.S. Passport
• 2+ years of experience within an aerospace, industrial or relevant industry environment
• Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics and/or fluid components
• Previous experience in the assembly of large structures and mechanisms

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:
• Experience with launch campaigns
• Experience using heavy equipment such as overhead cranes and forklifts
• Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces
• Understanding of fluid systems - pneumatic, cryogenic and/or hydraulics preferred
• Basic understanding of pressure, temperature and flow measurement instrumentation
• Ability to read, understand and follow detailed schematics, drawings and instructions

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 fromthe 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.

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for the application/interview process for a job in the United States should contact Giulia Biow at g.biow@rocketlabusa.com.This dedicated resource is intended solely to assist job seekers with disabilities whose disability prevents them from being able to apply/interview. Only messages left for this purpose will be considered. A response to your request may take up to two business days.

FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND OFFICES ONLY:

For security reasons background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offers being made to an applicant. These checks will include nationality checks as it is a requirement of this position that you be eligible to access equipment and data regulated by the United States' International Traffic in Arms Regulations.

Under these Regulations, you may be ineligible for this role if you do not hold citizenship of Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, the European Union or a country that is part of NATO, or if you hold ineligible dual citizenship or nationality. For more information on these Regulations, click here ITAR Regulations
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via Greenhouse posted_at: 10 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
SPACE SYSTEMS This is a rare opportunity to play a key role in Rocket Lab’s evolution into an end-to-end space company that delivers launch, spacecraft, and on-orbit operations. The Space Systems Division is shaping Rocket Lab’s future with Photon, our brand of high-performance satellites, enabling innovative missions in low Earth orbit and beyond including missions for NASA to LEO, the Moon... and Mars and commercial customers, including leading SPACE SYSTEMS

This is a rare opportunity to play a key role in Rocket Lab’s evolution into an end-to-end space company that delivers launch, spacecraft, and on-orbit operations. The Space Systems Division is shaping Rocket Lab’s future with Photon, our brand of high-performance satellites, enabling innovative missions in low Earth orbit and beyond including missions for NASA to LEO, the Moon... and Mars and commercial customers, including leading the design and manufacture of 17 high-power telecommunication spacecraft buses for Globalstar.

Rocket Lab is also growing our spacecraft components business, anchored on the acquisition of Sinclair Interplanetary manufacturing reaction wheels and star trackers in Toronto, SolAero Technologies manufacturing solar power and primary structure solutions in Albuquerque, Planetary Systems Corporation manufacturing launch separation systems in Silver Spring, and Advanced Solutions, Inc., provider of flight and ground software as a service in Denver. Our components business is key to vertically integrating our spacecraft solutions and enabling constellations for customers.

SPACECRAFT SUB-SYSTEMS PROGRAM ENGINEER

The Spacecraft Sub-Systems Program Engineer provides technical leadership and coordination to meet Solar Panel and Solar Array program objectives, ensure requirements, and realize system concepts throughout execution of the project plan. This position serves as the main liaison between program management and technical experts both internally and externally (customer facing) to define an executable project to satisfy program needs. Review current design and manufacturing processes to determine limitations to meeting program requirements, assess alternative approaches where needed, and determines the most accurate, feasible, and economical solutions with stakeholders. Examine engineering project execution needs across all engineering departments and ensure the technical scope is appropriately defined for program needs. Prepare presentations and diagrams in relationship to technical requests or problem analysis and coordinate recommended solutions with end users, program management, and other stakeholders.

WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DO:
• In partnership with the Program Manager, serve as the primary technical interface with the customer:
• * Provide engineering documents to/from the customer.
• Provide program related manufacturing/testing/schedule requirements and information from the customer to the panel engineering support group.
• Be responsible for program compliance to customer specifications.
• Prepare (with assistance from the panel engineering support group) all technical input for customer meetings.
• Prepare (with assistance from the panel engineering support group) program deliverable technical reports.
• Manage to closure all customer-related action items.
• In partnership with Program Manager, oversee and coordinate all program-related engineering work:
• * Host the engineering kick-off meeting.
• Oversee design of program deliverables and support hardware.
• Own the engineering portion of program huddles.
• Ensure all program-related engineering tasks are on-schedule.
• Support product configuration management tasks such as review and/or release of program specifications, travelers and test procedures.
• Interface with production team and manufacturing engineering as required to resolve program-related manufacturing issues.
• Manage to closure all engineering-related action items.
• Review all program-related engineering documents.
• Provide instruction for special operations.
• Review all program-related Engineering Change Requests.
• Consult on proposal technical input.

YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS – (Note: you must meet every qualification in order to be considered):
• BS degree in engineering, material science, or applied physics.
• 2+ years of experience in composite space product-related engineering
• Experience in cost justification for new processes and procedures required
• Equivalent combination of education and experience will be accepted

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:
• Experience with structural and mechanical component design for spacecraft and spacecraft environments.
• Spacecraft Systems Engineering related degree is desired.
• Experience in space-related manufacturing.
• Experience using NX, AutoCAD (DWG viewer), SolidWorks 2012 (e-drawings), or newer
• Leadership experience in a project engineering role.
• Proficient in all MS Office applications

BENEFITS AND LOCATION:
• Relocation eligible to local area – Albuquerque, NM – depending on position
• 9/80 schedule
• Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
• 401k match up to 3%
• 10 paid company holidays and 16 days of PTO
• Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)

SolAero by Rocket Lab is based in Albuquerque (ABQ), in the heart of New Mexico. ABQ offers both affordability and easy access to the outdoors and rich cultural centers such as museums and art galleries. With almost 300 days of sunshine a year, but also proximity to secluded ski slopes, there’s something for everyone who loves the outdoors. You’ll also find plenty of opportunities to try authentic New Mexican cuisine – a delicious blend of traditional Native American foods mixed with roasted green chiles. Fun fact: ABQ is the hot air ballooning capital of the world! It’s for all these reasons and more that New Mexico is known as the Land of Enchantment
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via Monster posted_at: 6 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
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 1,500 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. Life at Rocket Lab As a 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 1,500 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.

Life at Rocket Lab

As a global company, each Rocket Lab site has its own unique internship offerings, but each position is designed to provide students with real-world experience and an opportunity to impact real programs within the space industry. Internships are available in the following North American locations: (US Locations) Long Beach, California (Headquarters); Littleton, Colorado; Albuquerque, New Mexico; Stennis, Mississippi; Silver Spring, Maryland; Wallops Island, Virginia; (Canada Location) Toronto, Ontario, Canada

WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO
• As an intern, you will work closely with your mentor and other employees within the department to apply your knowledge and grow your skills both technically and professionally
• Work with a fast-paced group of professionals to apply engineering and industry concepts to solve real challenges
• Attend frequent 1:1's with mentors and supervisors to facilitate success and learning while providing progress updates
• Enjoy tech talks and network with other interns and employees through social and professional events

YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS

Ideal candidates will thrive in ambiguity and are excited to work in small, high-performing teams that are focused on continued learning and growth. Success in this position will be measured by the knowledge and experience you bring to the role, your ability to lead development projects without supervision, and your ability to successfully collaborate across teams to deliver results.
• Must be enrolled in a bachelor's degree program and have at least one semester of school remaining post internship
• GPA of 3.0 or above
• 3+ months of corporate function experience within the areas of accounting, finance, government, legal, marketing & communications, human resources, or supply chain.

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE
• GPA of 3.5 or above
• 6+ months of corporate function experience within the areas of accounting, finance, government, legal, marketing & communications, human resources, or supply chain.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
• Able to work full-time, on-site for a minimum of 12 consecutive weeks beginning May or June 2024

COMPENSATION AND OTHER BENEFITS
• Pay Range CA: $25.00 USD Hourly
• Pay Range CO: $22.00 USD Hourly
• You may be eligible for a stipend to subsidize relocation costs

ROCKET LAB CORPORATE TEAMS

SPACE SYSTEMS BD: The Space Systems Business Development Division is shaping Rocket Lab's future customer growth with Photon, our brand of high-performance satellites, enabling innovative missions in low Earth orbit and beyond including missions for NASA to LEO, the Moon, and Mars and commercial customers including leading the design and manufacture of 17 high power telecommunication spacecraft buses for Globalstar.

FINANCE: Our Finance departments works collaboratively with process owners to understand business processes, including the inherent risks and the internal controls to mitigate them.

GOVERNMENT/ GLS: This team is responsible for capturing government revenue (business development and sales) to enable Rocket Lab's sustained operations and growth as a company.

LEGAL: The Legal Counsel works closely with other departments to foresee and protect the company against legal risks, participates in Legal department initiatives, and recommends to management on how to respond to legal issues.

MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS: This team is at the forefront of Rocket Lab's most exciting next steps, including our interplanetary missions to the Moon, Mars, and Venus, and the development of our new larger Neutron rocket. The focus for this team is working with our customers to develop content about their upcoming missions, engaging with our social communities, collaborating with our video team on shoots, building relationships with media, and so much more.

PEOPLE & CULTURE: Our People & Culture team is responsible for providing advice and counsel in all areas of HR including on-going employee relations, employee development, interpretation of HR policies, and creating and implementing new programs and initiatives. The position formulates partnerships across the People & Culture function to deliver value-added service to management and employees that reflects the business objectives of the organization.

SUPPLY CHAIN: Supply Chain works cross functionally with the demand, supply, and fulfillment planning within MRP (material requirement planning). This team is responsible for the beginning to end data, including metric related projects supporting MRP vendor/supplier data.

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 fromthe 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.

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for the application/interview process for a job in the United States should contact Giulia Biow at

g.biow@rocketlabusa.com
This dedicated resource is intended solely to assist job seekers with disabilities whose disability prevents them from being able to apply/interview. Only messages left for this purpose will be considered. A response to your request may take up to two business days.

FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND OFFICES ONLY:

For security reasons background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offers being made to an applicant. These checks will include nationality checks as it is a requirement of this position that you be eligible to access equipment and data regulated by the United States' International Traffic in Arms Regulations.

Under these Regulations, you may be ineligible for this role if you do not hold citizenship of Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, the European Union or a country that is part of NATO, or if you hold ineligible dual citizenship or nationality. For more information on these Regulations, click here ITAR Regulations.

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via Greenhouse posted_at: 7 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
IT SUPPORT SPECIALIST Located onsite at our Long Beach, CA facility, The IT Support Specialist, will work closely with the IT Support Team Lead, managing the IT Service Desk queue and carrying out the day-to-day Service Desk functions required to provide the efficient delivery of IT services. Effective communication and world class support is vital to the success of this role... Provides instruction, guidance, and technical support to the different IT SUPPORT SPECIALIST

Located onsite at our Long Beach, CA facility, The IT Support Specialist, will work closely with the IT Support Team Lead, managing the IT Service Desk queue and carrying out the day-to-day Service Desk functions required to provide the efficient delivery of IT services. Effective communication and world class support is vital to the success of this role...

Provides instruction, guidance, and technical support to the different teams at Rocket Lab to deliver and support IT systems through efficient management of the IT Service Desk. This is carried out via on site desktop support, phone, IM, and email.

Ensure that systems are compliant with applicable standards to maintain robust information security in accordance with PSR and NIST 800-171.

WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO
• Provide quality IT support and service by interacting positively with our staff, answering inquiries, and effectively handling complaints.
• Is an expert in finding a way to say yes.
• Track and update support desk Incident, Request, Problem, and Change, Project tickets, and other documentation.
• Provide assistance, training and guidance to new starters. Help identify ways that we can improve our onboarding process and experience.
• Helps with problem research and documentation to provide workarounds and fixes.
• Enable on time delivery of Production and Launch services through provision and support of IT systems and services.
• Provide assistance, training and guidance to new starters.
• Report on any new business requirements.
• Participate in the Continuous Improvement Process; the ongoing effort to improve our service, IT Systems, and processes.
• Assist in the development of new systems and networks.

YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS
• High school diploma or GED and 1+ Years’ experience in a support or service role.
• Has a basic understanding and has experience in following a framework for service delivery such as ITIL.
• Experience / knowledge of at least some of the below:
• Windows and/or Linux desktop operating systems.
• Windows and/or Linux server (Ubuntu/Debian) enterprise environments.
• virtualization technologies, public / private cloud.
• Active Directory and Group Policy.
• Database and reporting technologies: MS SQL, Power BI, MySQL, Tableau, etc
• Modern web-based applications including hosting, troubleshooting, security, etc.
• Security frameworks and technology: ISO 27001, NIST 800-171, IPSEC, SSL VPNs, firewalls, etc.
• Cloud based technologies: Azure, AWS, O365, etc.

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE
• Strong organization skills with the ability to delegate tasks, set clear goals, and deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills – able to see the big picture, make connections and appropriate decisions.
• Outstanding attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate and present complex and technical concepts and ideas to a general audience.
• Being an exceptional multitasker, displaying excellent time management skills and ability to work under pressure.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Ability to travel and communicate outside of work hours.
• Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed
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