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Senior Manufacturing Engineer – Avionics (Night Shift, 4 day week)

Rocket Lab
Auckland, NZ Full Time Negotiable 24 days ago

About the Job

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 e...

In this role you’ll have the rare opportunity to work hands-on with Electron, our proven satellite launcher, and Neutron, our next-generation medium-lift rocket. You’ll be at the forefront of transitioning these vehicles from R&D to production, ensuring they meet the highest standards of reliability and performance....

Take ownership of critical projects, ensuring processes are optimised for production and testing.

Key Responsibilities

Solve problems across avionics, electrical, mechanical, and software systems, bridging gaps between disciplines to deliver seamless solutions.
Contribute to the transition of Neutron hardware from prototype to production by supporting rigorous testing processes and ensuring all systems meet operational standards.
Investigate and resolve non-conformances by working with cross-functional teams, including production, design, and engineering.
Work closely with production teams, designers, and engineers across avionics, electrical, mechanical, and software disciplines.
Build strong relationships with technicians and subject matter experts to enable efficient testing and operations.
Coordinate efforts between mechanical engineers and avionics specialists to address compatibility challenges, ensuring all systems integrate flawlessly.
Develop and implement processes that streamline testing operations, ensuring overflow tasks are managed effectively.
Be deeply involved in day-to-day production and testing, ensuring hardware is reliable and ready for launch. 
4-Day Week (Mon–Thurs) | Late Start | Long Weekends, Every Week
Hours: 3:00 PM – 1:30 AM

Required Skills & Abilities

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Computer, Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
7+ years of experience as a Manufacturing/Production/Process Engineer.
Hands-on technical experience debugging complex systems in a manufacturing environment.
Proven leadership and coaching experience.
Strong communication skills with the ability to write clear and concise KPIs.
Flexibility and a can-do attitude to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Experience with Siemens Team Center / Infor LN.
Knowledge of production quality metrics.
Experience transitioning products from prototype to production.
Compliance-driven manufacturing change implementation.
PPS problem-solving expertise

If you’re passionate about manufacturing, problem-solving, troubleshooting, and driving innovation in aerospace, we want to hear from you!

Qualifications

Experience: 7 years experience

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