Manufacturing Engineer II Neutron Mechanical Systems
Auckland
Category Engineering Jobs
ABOUT ROCKET LAB Rocket Lab is a global leader in launch and space systems. 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 provided reliable access to orbit since 2018, becoming one of the most frequently launched rockets in the world.
Neutron will be our next rocket on the launch pad, an advanced 13-tonne payload class, reusable rocket to launch the mega constellations of the future. Our space systems business includes our extensive line of satellites and components that have enabled more than 1,700 missions including the James Webb Space Telescope, NASA Psyche Mission, Artemis I, Mars Ingenuity helicopter, and more. Join our pioneering team and launch your career to new heights BUILDING NEUTRON AT ROCKET LAB: Rocket Labs Neutron team is responsible for bringing our new large rocket Neutron and its launch and test sites to life.
From designing and testing Neutrons structures and components, to firing up its new Archimedes engines, to setting up Neutrons launch pads and test sites across the United States, joining the Neutron team is your opportunity to help launch a new large rocket for the very first time. WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO: This role will be responsible for the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of equipment, tooling, and processes used in the assembly and testing of the mechanisms of the Neutron Launch Vehicle. They will support the Director of Neutron Mechanical Systems, with deliverables required for internal leadership, board of directors, and investors.
You will will work directly with analysis and development engineers, and production technical team to produce concepts, detailed designs, and drawing packages and to perform development & qualification tests, refine designs, and ensure Neutrons components, and assemblies meet their functional and performance requirements. Day to day, your key responsibilities will include: Identify, plan, and execute capital equipment, machine, and layout definitions to the meet volume requirements including preparation of business cases Develop production processes and ensure they are accurately and clearly documented, including testing procedures, health and safety requirements and supervisor sign-offs Design, develop, and implement tooling and equipment for use in a production environment where required to achieve safety, quality, delivery and cost requirements Actively contribute to facility construction projects including requirements generation, design reviews and implementation support Contribute to design reviews acting as an expert in design for manufacture, design for test, productivity, supplier capability assessments, quality control, etc. Oversee introduction and implementation of new products and product revisions as related.
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