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Rocket Lab Corporation

Test and Launch Engineer II - Vehicle

Rocket Lab Corporation · Wallops Island, VA

Posted about 3 months ago

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open
80 days
Rocket Lab Corporation's roles stay open a median of 78 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
No
0% of Rocket Lab Corporation's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at Rocket Lab Corporation
high
449 stale, 12 reposted of 455 open
Hiring momentum
683 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-10-23

Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Rocket Lab Corporation's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Rocket Lab Corporation.

About this role

As a Test and Launch Engineer II at Rocket Lab, you will work in Mission Control overseeing vehicle systems during test campaigns and launch operations. Your responsibilities include developing test plans, troubleshooting real-time issues, and mentoring junior staff. You will also lead projects aimed at improving operational procedures and systems for both the Electron and Neutron rockets.

Our read on this posting2.8out of 5
benefits
5/5
freshness
1/5
career value
4/5
role clarity
4/5
pay transparency
0/5

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What you need

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (preferably Aerospace, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering)
  • 2+ years of experience in engineering design, test and/or operations, with focus on mechanical systems, propulsion systems, or fluid systems
  • 4+ years of experience will be considered in lieu of a degree

Nice to have

  • 3+ years of experience in engineering design, test and/or operations
  • Experience working in Mission Control or similar operational control environments
  • Aviation/Aircrew/Flight Test may be considered an alternative
  • Experience with launch vehicles or spacecraft including integration, testing, launch, or mission operations
  • Experience with integrated stage thermal/fluid systems design/test/operations, and/or experience in a propulsion test/operations environment

What you get

  • Competitive base pay
  • Company stock as part of total compensation package
  • Employee Stock Purchase Program (with a 15% discount on company stock)
  • Top-tier medical plans
  • Dental and vision coverage
  • Paid vacation and sick time

Worth weighing

  • No specific mention of the technology stack used in operations
  • Position may require prolonged periods of sitting, standing, and computer work
  • Exposure to moderate levels of noise, dust, and fumes in production areas

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Listed by Rocket Lab Corporation on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-23. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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