Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Avionics

Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Avionics

Auckland, NZ

Rocket Lab is a global leader in launch and space systems. 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 provided reliable access to orbit since 2018, becoming one of the most frequently launched rockets in the world. Neutron will be our next rocket on the launch pad, an advanced 13-tonne payload class, reusable rocket to launch the mega constellations of the future. Our space systems business includes our extensive line of satellites and components that have enabled more than 1,700 missions including the James Webb Space Telescope, NASA Psyche Mission, Artemis I, Mars Ingenuity helicopter, and more.

Join our pioneering team and launch your career to new heights!

The Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Avionics is responsible for facilitating and optimising production and launch vehicle system tests in a high-growth production environment. This role ensures that manufacturing principles are practiced to meet stringent launch timelines. The position involves close collaboration with engineers, technicians, and subject matter experts across various departments to enable the testing and operations of launch vehicles.

Key Responsibilities :

• Use your technical knowledge to define standards of excellence and consistently identify the best solutions for engineering challenges.
• Create, approve, and improve technical documents pertinent to your role and expertise.
• Identify additional projects, set group / business priorities, and continuously deliver on-time, often exceeding initial goals.
• Assess risks before they occur and implement measures to mitigate them, ensuring long-term effectiveness.
• Lead problem-solving initiatives and coach others in effective problem resolution.
• Identify engineering challenges and implement solutions to improve cost, quality, reliability, and delivery.
• Develop personal strategic plans and contribute to technical department and business goals.
• Effectively communicate with peers, subordinates, and superiors, ensuring meetings stay on track and convey technical information concisely.
• Develop criteria for cross-training and improve training processes, capable of acting as a deputy for lead or manager when needed.
• Demonstrate punctuality, adherence to company policies, and coach others on appropriate professional behaviour.
• Maintain a positive and approachable demeanor, consistently demonstrating a "How can I help?" mentality.
• View challenges as motivation and continually raise the standard of excellence.
• Create presentations, metrics, and emails that highlight information concisely and steer the team towards impactful actions.
• Be capable of cross-training and acting as a deputy for lead or manager, while adhering to company policies and standards.

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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.

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 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 hereITAR Regulations.

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