Project Engineer II - GSE

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. 

Rocket Lab Global is a leader in space innovation, driving advancements in aerospace technology. We're looking for a dedicated Project Engineer to help develop our Ground Systems infrastructure. If you have the drive to untangle complex challenges and make your mark in aerospace, join us!

ABOUT THE ROLE: 
As a Project Engineer, you'll manage engineering and technical aspects of ongoing projects, ensuring successful implementation. You'll work across multiple disciplines, showcasing excellent project management, communication, and supervision skills in a fast-paced aerospace or manufacturing environment. Your work will be crucial in developing and maintaining the ground systems that support our cutting-edge space missions.

Key Responsibilities:
•    Budget & Timeline Management: Ensure project budgets and timelines are met.
•    Stakeholder Liaison: Gather requirements and meet team needs.
•    Contractor Management: Oversee contractors to ensure timely delivery.
•    Onsite Support: Provide troubleshooting and support.
•    Staffing Coordination: Ensure projects are adequately staffed.
•    Quality Management: Drive GSE QMS, standards, and processes.

Expectations:
•    Technical Knowledge: Solve engineering challenges and ensure compliance with standards.
•    Documentation: Create and improve technical documents.
•    Project Management: Control project plans, costs, and schedules.
•    Risk Management: Assess and mitigate risks.
•    Ownership: Take charge of improvements and challenges.
•    Communication: Effectively communicate and resolve tasks.
•    Flexibility: Support tasks and projects across teams.
•    Professionalism: Adhere to company policies and standards.
•    Health and Safety: Follow safety policies and report incidents promptly.

Skills and Experience:

Essential:

•    Bachelor’s degree in Project Engineering or a related discipline.
•    Experience with Gantt Chart timelining.
•    Knowledge of process and control systems.
•    Ability to read engineering drawings.
•    Proficiency with MS Office Suite.
•    Understanding of the Engineering Change Process.

Desirable:
•    5+ years of project engineering experience.
•    Proficiency with scheduling software (Primavera, MS Project, JIRA Big Picture).
•    Knowledge of relevant standards/legislation in Electrical and/or Piping.
•    Working knowledge of CAD tools (NX/Solidworks/ePlan/Draftsight).
•    Understanding of software development processes.
•    Experience in a fast-paced aerospace or manufacturing environment.

Join a team pushing the boundaries of space technology. We offer a collaborative and innovative environment where your contributions will make a significant impact.

Launch Your Career with Rocket Lab Global!

WHAT TO EXPECT 

We’re on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth, but that’s not an easy task. It takes hard work, determination, relentless innovation, teamwork, grit, and an unwavering commitment to achieving what others often deem impossible. Our people out-think, out-work and out-pace. We pride ourselves on having each other’s backs, checking our egos at the door, and rolling up our sleeves on all tasks big and small. We thrive under pressure, work to tight deadlines, and our focus is always on how we can deliver, rather than dwelling on the challenges that stand in the way.   

Important information:

FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN US OFFICES ONLY:

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Rocket Lab Employees must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce, as applicable. Learn more about ITAR here.

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 Johnson 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.