Integrated Operations Engineer I

ABOUT ROCKET LAB Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more – all with the goal of opening access space. The rockets and satellites we build, and launch enable some of the most ambitious and vital space missions globally, supporting scientific exploration, Earth observation and missions to combat climate change, national security, and exciting new technology demonstrations. Our Electron rocket has become the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket annually and has delivered more than 230 satellites to orbit, all while we work to develop Neutron, our upcoming medium-lift, reusable launch vehicle for larger constellation deployment. Our Space Systems business designs and builds our extensive line of satellites, payloads, and their components, including spacecraft that have been selected to support NASA missions to the Moon and Mars and components used on the James Webb Space Telescope. While other companies talk about it, we do it! ABOUT ENGINEERING AT ROCKET LAB: Engineering is at the heart of Rocket Lab . Our engineering team has a proven track record of designing and developing world-class rockets and spacecraft that are changing the way we access and use space . You’ll work alongside driven , talented engineers from varied backgrounds and experience levels , all committed to the same mission . Our engineering team members span design , analysis , prototyping , testing , manufacturing , assembly and integration , quality control , engineering documentation , and more. About the role As a Test Launch Operations Operator on the Integrated Operations team at Rocket Lab, you will be responsible for and actively participate in some of the most exciting work at Rocket Lab as you perform critical testing of rocket stages and flight ready launch vehicles up to and including the launch and mission operations. You will also test and prepare related test stands, launch facilities, and tracking assets to ensure they’re ready to support vehicle testing and launch operations. This will include system hot-fire testing at stack test facilities near Auckland, NZ, test and operations at the Rocket Lab Mission Control Centre in Auckland, NZ, and pre-launch and launch operations at Rocket Lab’s LC-1 (Mahia, NZ) and LC-2 (Wallops Island, VA) launch facilities. Duties and Responsibilities Must have Operations experience and an understanding or experience of how Test works and what is involved (Rocket experience a plus but not necessary) Candidates with hands-on Mechanical operations experience in propulsion systems, engine operation, or pressure vessel systems. Particularly understanding how propellants (oxygen/kerosene) work within Rocket engines and tanks Prepare for and conduct testing, pre-launch operations, and launch operations Define test and operations requirements Prepare test plans and procedures Perform flight vehicle and facility checkouts and readiness testing Troubleshoot and resolve test and operations issues real-time Perform post-test and post-flight data review and analyses Continually improve and streamline integration, testing, and operations Domestic and international travel will be required Required Skills Experience Self-driven, motivated, and contagiously positive Comfortable and capable working in a highly collaborative team-centric environment Proven communication skills and ability to build strong working relationships Able to maintain situational awareness and real-time communications throughout complex operations Careful work ethic with an eye for detail Ability to work under pressure and to strict deadlines Desired Skills Experience 1-2 years of Engineering experience Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, Mathematics, Physics Engineering Degree Strong hands-on problem-solving skills St ... (truncated, view full listing at source)