Avionics Manufacturing Engineer I/II

ABOUT ROCKET LAB

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!

MANUFACTURING

Rocket Lab’s Manufacturing team are the builders and the doers who work with our advanced machinery across our global manufacturing sites to get our satellites, satellite components, and rockets out the door. They bring the designs of our engineers to life by using advanced manufacturing techniques like 3D printing to create our hardware and are responsible for delivering our projects and missions on time and on budget to our customers.

AVIONICS MANUFACTURING ENGINEER I / AVIONICS MANUFACTURING ENGINEER II

We are currently seeking an Avionics Manufacturing Engineer I or Avionics Manufacturing Engineer II based out of Rocket Lab's Headquarters in Long Beach, CA. They will develop, implement, and continuously improve avionics processes through strong working knowledge of EEE piece parts, PCB, PCBA, electromechanical assembly, tooling, test, and quality techniques. They will support the Director of Manufacturing and Production and Design organizations, with deliverables required for internal leadership, board of directors, and investors.

WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DO:

• Work closely with responsible design engineers to provide solutions for reliability and quality of electromechanical assemblies and associated test fixtures
• Develop and execute unique test methods for mission-critical and safety-critical avionics hardware (characterize and qualify circuits used in flight computers, power-electronics systems, and guidance, navigation, and control (GNC) systems).
• Quickly analyze and resolve manufacturing discrepancies and non-conformances and collaborate with the quality team to identify and drive quality-related initiatives and improvements
• Develop production procedures and processes and ensure they are accurately and clearly documented to allow repeatable and reliable manufacturing
• Contribute and steer design reviews, acting as an expert in design for manufacture and test.
• Oversee introduction and implementation of new products and product revisions
• Develop, introduce, and maintain new planning, production, quality, ERP, data collection and analysis, and other processes where none exist

(This position can be hired as an Avionics Manufacturing Engineer I or Avionics Manufacturing Engineer II Level)

YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS AS AN AVIONICS MANUFACTURING ENGINEER I:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, manufacturing engineering, aerospace engineering, or similar engineering discipline
• Knowledge of electronic circuits, design principles, and manufacturing techniques

YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS AS AN AVIONICS MANUFACTURING ENGINEER II:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, manufacturing engineering, aerospace engineering, or similar engineering discipline
• 2+ years of experience in an avionics, electrical or electrical/mechanical focused manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of electronic circuits, design principles, and manufacturing techniques

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:

• Experience transitioning products from design to production as a part of cross-functional team in a fast-paced, iterative design environment.
• Working experience with environmental acceptance/production acceptance testing, such as vibration, shock, thermal, and vacuum
• Understanding of instrumentation, interfaces, and sensors including power supplies, oscilloscopes, serial devices, switch topologies, accelerometers, thermocouples, RTDs, and 4-20mA sensors
• Moderate proficiency with computer programming languages (Python, LabVIEW, C, C++, C#, SQL, etc.)
• Demonstrated experience with DFMEA, PFMEA methodologies, Fault Tree Analysis, Paret