Manufacturing Engineer II - Propulsion
rocket labLong Beach (CA)
Manufacturing Engineer II - Propulsion
Posted today
rocket labLong Beach (CA)
Manufacturing EngineersGuided Missile and Space Vehicle Propulsion Unit and Propulsion Unit Parts Manufacturing
SENIORITY
Senior
About the role
Overview:
In this role, you will help bring propulsion products from design to production at Rocket Lab’s Long Beach site. You’ll lead design-for-manufacture initiatives, production layouts, and tooling to ensure quality, cost, and schedule targets. You’ll collaborate with the quality team to resolve manufacturing issues and drive continuous improvement using lean methods. The position offers exposure to advanced propulsion systems and the opportunity to influence manufacturing in a fast-growing space company. Compensation / Benefits stock purchase program with 15% discount top-tier medical plans dental and vision coverage paid vacation and sick time 11 paid holidays 401(k) with company match
Responsibilities:
Contribute to design reviews with a focus on manufacturability, testability, productivity, and supplier capability Perform value-stream mapping and plan methods of manufacture for production readiness Implement factory layouts, equipment selection, FAT/SAT, and production commissioning Develop and document production processes, testing procedures, health and safety requirements, and supervisor signoffs Interface with quality to resolve manufacturing quality issues and lead problem containment and root-cause investigations Design, develop, and implement tooling and equipment to improve quality, delivery, or cost in production Lead continuous improvement using lean tools (e.g., 5S) in your area Introduce automation where appropriate and ensure data links to MRP and quality systems
Key requirements:
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, manufacturing engineering, aerospace engineering, or similar engineering discipline 2+ years of professional engineering experience in a highly regulated manufacturing environment Understanding of fluid and structural mechanics fundamentals Knowledge of manufacturing processes for aerospace materials strong collaboration with cross-functional teams problem-solving mindset under regulated conditions ability to communicate technical concepts clearly design for manufacture and test value stream mapping lean manufacturing (5S)
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