Senior Manufacturing Engineer I - Fluid Systems

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 ...

SENIOR MANUFACTURING ENGINEER I - FLUID SYSTEMS

Based out of Rocket Lab's headquarters in Long Beach, CA the Manufacturing Engineer - Fluid Systems will develop, implement, and continuously improve the propulsion component, assembly, and integration manufacturing process through strong working knowledge of additive manufacturing, machining, welding, assembly, int...

Develop, perform, and qualify precision welding and fabrication of tubing components according to aerospace specifications.
Utilize TIG, MIG, OTW and other welding methods to achieve the required structural integrity.
Conduct thorough inspections of welded components, employing NDE/NDT methods to identify and rectify defects.
Collaborate with engineering teams to interpret and implement design specifications.
When required, lead problem containment and root cause/corrective action investigations
Quickly analyze and resolve manufacturing discrepancies and non-conformances
Collaborate with the quality team to identify and drive quality-related initiatives and improvements
Liaison between production, quality, supply chain and design engineering staff for complex problem solving and process changes
Identify, plan and execute capital equipment, machine, and layout upgrades to meet production requirements, including preparation of business cases
Lead the continuous improvement process via Lean/Six Sigma tools and techniques
Develop, introduce, and maintain new planning, production, quality, ERP, data collection and analysis, and other processes where none exist

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, manufacturing engineering, aerospace engineering, or other engineering discipline
5+ years of experience developing and introducing fabrication methods such as OTW, TIG, proof testing and cleaning
Experience setting up and operating a tube shop or build area
8+ years of experience developing and introducing fabrication methods such as OTW, TIG, proof testing and cleaning
Ability to create and deliver accurate and concise presentations for design, manufacturing, and quality
Strong knowledge of metal working and fabrication processes
Experience designing tooling in an aerospace manufacturing environment
Hands-on with a passion for continuous improvement and building the best hardware
Capable of solving complex problems with little to no supervision in a timely manner
Adaptable and comfortable in an exciting, dynamic and ever-evolving environment

 

Citizenship of AU / NZ / EU / NATO