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Spacecraft Structural Engineer I at ROCKET LAB

Department: 4015 USA Space Systems

Compensation

$89,350 – $125,325/yr

Location
Long Beach, California
Type
Full-time
Level
entry
Posted

Description

Rocket Lab is hiring a Spacecraft Structural Analysis Engineer I/II based at its Long Beach, California headquarters. The role defines loads and environments, performs static and dynamic structural analyses, validates finite-element models, conducts trade-off and mass-optimization studies, supports vehicle testing, and leads technical projects. The Engineer I requires a bachelor’s degree, aerospace structural-analysis experience, and familiarity with NX Nastran, NX CAD, and Teamcenter; the Engineer II requires two or more years of aerospace structural-analysis experience. The position offers a base salary of $82,400–$113,300 USD and total compensation of $89,350–$125,325 USD, along with medical, dental, vision, retirement, and other benefits.

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